Each day, we choose how to spend it. Positively or passively. For me, positively translates to being active, productive and mindful. Passively isn't necessarily negative but it is more of an existence setting. I tend to do an in between mix of the two some days. This morning, for example. I woke up with the intention of meditating, reading and reflecting. I got sidetracked while making making my smoothie. New smoothie combination--pineapple, blackberry, pear, cucumber, beet, kale, turmeric and yogurt. Not the prettiest color but tasty.
In the last few weeks, I have been utilizing my blender. I feel healthier when I begin my day with a smoothie as opposed to eggs. I go through phases where I make the same things for breakfast. For some time, I have been relying on scrambled eggs, corn tortillas and salsa or chile of sorts. I do love green chile! However, I am trying to change up my routines and alter my caloric intake. I have felt sluggish since my birthday. Perhaps due to wine lunches or eating things I had cut out of my diet in an attempt to maintain my weight. Almost five years ago, I found a trainer that I adore. She is a great balance of nutrition and working out. She inquired about eating habits by having me journal for five days. I was surprised by how crappy I was eating. I would make a salad with avocado, blue cheese crumbles and dressing. I wasn't really concerned about the amount of cheese or oil I was putting in the salad either. Courtney suggested being moderate and eating clean. She also always harps on me about drinking wine. I am unwilling to give that up so I made modifications with food. I decreased dairy. Initially, I thought it would be difficult to give up cheese but found it easy, surprisingly. I hesitated to cut out half and half for my coffee. I didn't like rice milk. Soy milk was tolerable and I was having difficulty embracing coconut milk. After a time, I found I enjoy almond milk and the combination of coconut and oat or almond.
Cutting out cheese was easy. I could make modifications while dining out with others. If they wanted a cheese tray, I could graze on the almonds, fruits or whatever else was included with it. Don't get me wrong, I still do eat cheese at times. I like caesar salads--so there is that. I cut out my love of lobster mac and cheese and other comfort food driven sides. I feel better and do not feel guilty drinking wine.
I was making progress until the last few months. I have eaten pizza, scalloped potatoes, mashed potatoes, etc. recently since that is what is being offered at the restaurant. It is more convenient to eat what is made after working a shift then go home and try a healthier option. Typically, I am tired and just need some fuel. The pizza last weekend was a huge mistake. I woke up to a food coma! I will not make that mistake again. I will force myself to abstain. Choosing a smoothie to start my day offsets (a little) if I do eat something that I normally wouldn't choose due to convenience. And not every day does the restaurant make foods I don't want to eat. Many nights, they will make a salad with salmon for me. I love that!
I have some show on in the back ground and am uninspired to read. My friend, Adriana, gifted me a book that she had read. When I asked if if was good, she hesitated. I suppose that is all I needed to know. As much as I want a new book to delve into if the writing isn't good, than I struggle to finish it. I picked it up to read a few pages and I think I am not going to be a fan.
I am trying to reflect (be consistent, so far, so good. day #4). I think it is helping me reset my mindset and keep my energy up. Keep moving forward and avoid being stagnant. Money will always be there. I cannot get back time.
Have a wonderful day! Maybe do a mix of positive and passive. It is Sunday!
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