So it begins...

So as an excuse to become more healthy and focused on my long term goals I have decided that I will partake in Lent. I'm sure my parents would be happy even if I'm not doing it for religious reasons. But in my goals to move completely away from processed foods, I am giving up "treats". Now to different people this means different things. I am giving up anything that isn't homemade and "natural". For example this means giving up the Carnation instant breakfast powder I use to make my skim milk chocolate. As well as pita chips, Quaker instant oatmeal packets, dried cherries from the store...etc. I eat very clean now so it was hard to say I'm giving anything up per say. So in addition to eating natural and "raw" foods (that doesn't mean uncooked meats), I plan to add 1 session a week with my trainer for my muscles, 1 class a week of yoga for my soul, as well as more sleep each night for my mind. This isn't going to negatively affect school or anything else I am currently invested in, I'm hoping it makes me a greater person all around because you get back what you put out in the world! If you want awesomeness, than you must exude it first! Best of luck everyone in your adventures, if you get lost don't forget there are always people willing to help you find your way back!! xxo