Back to Basics

It starts and ends with food.

I think this month is such a shit-show because I had too many days eating differently.  There weren't many days I went crazy (the CAKE day lol), but there were enough days of so-so eating to put my system off kilter again.

Eating differently was doing more than I gave it credit.

So (somewhat reluctantly), I'm back to prioritizing foods that work for me.  This means PLANT FOCUSED (including plant proteins), lower sugar and lower processed carbs (even GF).  Of course, very limited alcohol too.

I know a lot of this rather sudden sensitivity is related to hormones.  Feeling like crap isn't okay and especially not okay if there's a way to feel better.

I got lazy because it's easier to eat "the old way" -- easier to shop, cook, etc.  It's what I know well.  Doesn't require as much prep and thought.  Super convenient and I can find something to eat anywhere.

But I'm back at it.  Whole Foods trip and I'm stocked up.  I made a 3 bean chili, stir fry and soup to freeze.  Heading to Asheville this week and it'll travel with us.  

Once I'm back to feeling better, I can have meals here and there that are different, but not 3/4 a month's worth.

Lesson heard AGAIN.  

More details to come since I'm focusing on a few foods differently (like adding fermented foods and trying some vegan "dairy" products).  Trying to be curious and make this fun -- that's what's missing lately and I'm bored.  Bored with what I'm eating and bored with the process.  It felt good to have an excuse to take a break.  But look where it got me.  

My neck and traps are doing better this morning.  Still a sore neck on one side, but my traps feel good.  I was able to ride the Peloton yesterday because it wasn't any worse when I rode.  Today is supposed to be arms day, but I'm pushing it out.  Arms uses my neck and back too.  Hopefully, I can get it in tomorrow since I don't have all the equipment in Asheville.

Pedicure today too.  Man, I'm glad to be back to pedicures.  

We're heading to Asheville until Tuesday or Wednesday.  Focusing this trip on having some outdoor fun (weather will be great) and spending time with hubby.  I also have a massage scheduled at the place I went for my birthday.  They're fully masked again so I feel comfortable going.  Can't wait.  

Halloween marks the start of the holidays in my mind.  Let the fun begin.  Things will be different this year and I'm up for it.  More on this too.

Have a good Friday.  Later gators.