Emails from Kula Members

I've been receiving some emails from you that I think would really benefit us all. So, with permission I am posting them here...

Hello my friend,
You are not alone in your struggles to commit to the prep. I am with you sister!Being a fitness enthusiast for years never impacted my eating habits. Why? The exercise always took care of it. But I have always felt a desire to change this part of my life. The mind is huge when anticipating the thought of being "deprived". Perhaps we should choose to think of being "replenished" with a higher level of wellness by letting go of "old habits".(I liked how you stated that.)

I must confess that since thinking about the week of the cleanse, I've made the poorest of food choices. I've eaten 21/2 donuts, something I haven't eaten in months; I overdosed on coffee one day (even drinking a cup in the evening); and my sweet tooth has greatly intensified! Last night my husband restocked the kitchen with items I never choose to bring home because they are too tempting. (No, I haven't discussed the process with him since he's been out of town.) But, I believe it's my mind set. I DO have a choice no matter what is in my pantry.

Let's work together and reset our thinking about this, knowing we can rise above the craving and make the best choice for the greater good.

Loving wishes for success on this journey,
AB

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The preparation is going well and for the most part, seems like a habit I can continue post-cleanse (except for coffee :)
One of the things I have noticed is that whenever I am preparing food for the kids, I mindlessly pop a bit of it in my mouth. This will be one of my challenges during the next week. Each week, I prepare a menu for the family and we pretty much stick to it. It is very helpful for the busy-life because I can use it to be sure I have shopped for everything I need. So, I am doing the same for next week. I have written down what I would like to eat each day (for this one I have even put in breakfast, lunch and snack items)while referring to the food list and this will cut way down on the 'looking in the fridge for something to eat' danger. That can of ready-spread frosting may be looking me in the face but I know I have something else yummy planned so I can just walk away.
BG