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Jenifae's Raw Journey

A day of Uncooking

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Jenifae
on 03-25-2009 at 12:53 AM (593 Views)
Well, I havent' journaled in a few das and didn't really feel like it either because, I had some non-raw food on Sunday (a pancake). So, I guess I feel tired of thinking or feeling that I am constantly going to confession with my slips. I dunno.

The last 2 days have been raw. But, I do know I eat more then I used to and I don't know how to change that. Because, of that I can't seem to lose weight. I lose but, then gain it back. I really would like to regain some self-discipline. I've had it before in my life so, I know I can regain this. Where do I find that determination to be and stay comitted to myself?

Today was interesting day of uncooking and nibbling. I started out making a "Breakfast Smoothie" and while I"m making it I drink a little coconut water, nibble on banana, coconut meat and strawberries. So, I made it and put in the fridge. Ha!

Then at lunch I did the same thing. I nibbled on the veggies while making a broccoli salad and decided to just go ahead and eat some spinach too.

Then I found a recipe for cookies and made that and nibbled just a lil', not much cuz, I'm full. Funny! I need some self-discipline to not eat while making my food and wait for the finsihed product.

I also had a 1/2 grapefruit and 2 small apples.

The cookes are:

1 cup cinnamon almonds
1 cup cashews
1 cup walnuts
1/4 cup agave
1/4 cup coconut butter
1/4 cup pineapple
1 Tbls cinnamon

It started out being a recipe that was too sweet so I added more nuts and the coconut butter.
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  1. ReneeH's Avatar
    I hear you Girl!!! I feel the same way! I pray for Self control because that is a fruit of God's Spirit and He gives generously to those who ask. Remembering my "WHY" has helped me also. Take a look at the "WHY" thread: http://rawfoodtalk.com/showthread.php?t=48806 It really inspires me to know why others are RAW and remind myself of why I'm doing this. I truly believe if our "WHY"s are strong enough it will motivate us and keep us from wanting SAD food... Way to go on your "nibbles"!!! You were definitely nibbling on the right stuff!!! Hope this helps! ((((( HUGS )))))
    Updated 03-25-2009 at 07:17 AM by ReneeH
  2. Wonderfool's Avatar
    Jen
    Coming from your background, I am not surprised to hear you referring to your current eating habits as "slips". To me that is very self defeating. Some on this site choose the words, 80% raw, 90% raw. That accentuates the truth without demeaning you. You can be gentle with yourself. I am sure you are doing much better now than when you were living with S.A.D.
  3. mattshor's Avatar
    Hey Jenifae:
    I've been really working on changing the way that I feel about it when I choose to eat cooked. I find that it really helps to think about them as learning experiences, instead of slips. it let's me think of myself as always doing the best that I could.
    When you ate the pancake, did it satisfy you? If it did, in what way? Take a moment and think about what it did for you and then think of a way to be ready so that the next time you have a similar craving you have a raw way to satisfy it. For example, if you wanted something warm, think of a raw way to get warm. If you wanted something gooey and maple-y think of a way to get that raw. Maybe you wanted something that everyone else was having--a feeling of belonging. Is there another way to achieve that?
    Or, possibly, you will find that you didn't get anything from the experience--you ate the pancake and afterwards all you felt was, meh, that didn't do much of anything for me. Well, then take the minute and really remember that because your body just told your mind that you've changed and don't need that pancake ever again. How awesome is that?
  4. Jenifae's Avatar
    Nee' You're such a Dear! :) Yes, my "WHY" is Always about "Better Health" I know when I work out regularly everything else falls into place better also. So, that is my new Priority. I like Feeling Empowered! :) (((((((((HUGS))))))) back to you. :)

    April Yea, I was calculating the percentage thing of Raw for awhile as apart of my diet but, to be "HONEST" I don't feel that that is where I am anymore. I have eaten 90%-98% Healthy and Raw even before knowing what RAW was besides my chicken - ha! SO, my Goal now is to really Achieve a level of "FULL COMMITTMENT" to myself, is all! I am obviously still working on the "NOT BEATING MYSELF UP" thing. Thank you :)

    MAtt Yep, I really enjoyed that "PANCAKE" and that and chocolate are my only downfalls really. David Wolfe always says LOVE what you EAT. EAT your FOOD with LOVE no matter what it is. I tend to Agree! SO, I did! Hehehe! The after effects the next day or two is what I was feeling when I did finally blog. So, at the moment it was good and divine. Later my body told me that this is "NOT Good and Divine" I too have been doing the "OBSERVING MYSELF" I even blogged about it earlier. So, that said. Back to Basics.

    RAW
    EXERCISE
    POSITIVE THINKING

    Thank you all for you Support!

    PS: The cookies are coming out Great in the Dehydrator.
    Updated 03-25-2009 at 12:33 PM by Jenifae
  5. RawKnitster's Avatar
    I'm glad to hear from you! I was getting worried about you and your animals. If you didn't pop up on the board today you would have gotten an email from me asking what's up. :)

    Your doing great! You struck a common nerve around here. Lots of us have those problems. I sure don't want you to feel like you have to confess and don't want to journal because of that.

    I'm going to go radical on you and say something you may disagree with. Why not allow yourself the soy mocha, vegan brownie, or pancakes? Make it okay to enjoy those things when you are out with friends or your husband. If you want to keep a record in your journal of what it was and how it made you feel that's fine, but you do not have to. Simply state you had a high raw day and list your raw choices. Keep doing all the wonderful raw things that you do and someday you may lose the desire for those foods naturally without any struggle. If not, so what. Your choices are still top notch.
  6. rawchic's Avatar
    ha ha, only one pancake? I'd say that's pretty good :)
  7. RawKnitster's Avatar
    I didn't see your last comment until after I posted mine. You have a great attitude about it already.
    Updated 03-25-2009 at 12:45 PM by RawKnitster
  8. ReneeH's Avatar
    Hey Jen... I'll e-mail you the recipe for Cinnamon-Date French Toast... Not sure if I can post it here becuz it's from a book...

    See my post for photo!!!
  9. Jenifae's Avatar
    Knitster I am so so GRATEFUL FOR YOU! You tugged my Heart with your "Acceptance" Yes, I think you have a Great Suggestion for me that I will continue to use. That's exactly what I told myself on Sunday. It's okay and it's in proportions. ;) I have been High Raw for over a year and am very Proud of Myself and so so Grateful to all you Gals and Guys! I just Luv Ya!

    Rawchic I just love the way you can put things in Perspective! :) Thank you! You are a Treasure to me.

    Nee' I'm looking forward to the recipe GF! :)


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