How Bad Do You Want It?!

Often times when that alarm clock wakes me at 4:30am I pause for just a moment, OK, I admit it I often hit the snooze button! It is tempting to stay in the bed just a little longer, especially when my body temperature is perfect and the pillows are just right, or it’s raining or cold or too hot or... well, you get the hint!

Whenever these moments strike....that's when I stop and ask myself one very important question...

How Bad Do You Want It? 

It’s the shortest pep talk in the world! 

No matter what your goal, dream or passion is, if you find that you are in a state of hesitation; if you wake up in the morning and find yourself thinking today is the day you want to give up, ask yourself... 

How Bad Do You Want It?


On this particular morning, it took me 9 minutes to answer this question and make the decision to get out of bed!

My personal pep talk went something like this:

How bad do you want it Christine?
Pretty darn bad!
Do you want it more than sleep?
Dam straight!
What do you want?
I want to live fully!
I want to be healthy!
I want to be happy!
I want to be whole!
How bad do you want it?
I want it so much I am willing to sacrifice sleep, wake up before dawn, and go out in the !@&#$%^ rain to make it happen!

How Bad Do You Want It?

My Morning Zen::

A little peek into my Friday morning routine.
The journey is all about the body, mind and spirit.

I'm In Charge... And So Are You!

Well, I'm having a rough week, but I keep it moving because.... well, I’m the one in charge here!

I'm not my normally bubbly self in this video... was not feeling all that great, not every day is a high energy bubbly day. You would think I would avoid posting a video when I'm feeling bad; on the contrary, this was the perfect day to post a video.

The message for today: Push past the overwhelming desire to give in and give up! You can do it! Don't give up!  I'm rooting for you!!

For my full story, my journey and the medical diagnosis that started it all... read the post "Call it what you want... I call it a blessing"

Life: Don't miss it!
Time: Don't waste it! 

Thanks for visiting, thanks for listening and thank you for supporting this journey. XO -- Christine

Where's The Protein?

As a former carnivore turned vegan, I am bombarded with questions all the time from family, friends, even perfect strangers. But there is one question that is asked at least a hundred thousand times a day.  
Where do you get your protein?  Well... I will show you ...


Below is an example of a protein packed meal. This is something I would enjoy for breakfast, lunch or dinner.  There's a bunch of stuff in there but I'll just point out the protein parts.   

 

• Tofu

• Peanuts

• Kale (yep kale has protein)  (and Calcium!)

• Edamame

• Avocado

• Bean Sprouts 

And the secret power food hidden under all this deliciousness... Quinoa!

Plenty of protein.  No animals.

Believe me when I say, when done correctly a Vegan lifestyle is full, balanced and nutritious. 



Are you a new or seasoned vegan/vegetarian? What types of questions have you been asked?  How do you handle all the inquiries? Please share in the comments!

Are you thinking about trying a plant based lifestyle? Do you have questions? Ask away in the comments and I will do my best to find the answers!

I've got Aloe!

And lots of it! The magic gel inside these leaves will be put to good use. ‪

 

Aloe is magic! Use it on Hair, skin, nails, sunburn, heat-rash, eczema, acne; the list goes on... I even put the gel into smoothies and juices! It is believed the gel can help to cleanse and detox the body...so your insides will be all pretty! Pretty inside/ pretty outside!   :)


Do you use Aloe? Share the wonderful ways you use Aloe in the comments below!  

Touch the Moon...

Last night I spent what seemed like forever out on my front lawn just watching the moon. It was quiet remarkable. The moon appeared just "that close" you could almost touch it. I began to think to myself, how many things appear so close yet so far away. Our hopes, dreams and aspirations... are actually not that far out of our reach. We just need to move a little closer. Sometimes its fear that keeps us grounded sometimes its money or other circumstances. The truth is, if we really want something, if it’s truly important to us we can always find a way to bring it to fruition. Take that step, get healthy, go back to school, make that connection, go on the interview, launch that business, write that book.... touch the moon! ♥ ~CH~

Review:: Whats for dinner? MorningStar Farms Meatless Crumbles...

Whats for dinner? 

MorningStar Farms Meatless Crumbles... 

So, last night I tried out the Morningstar farms crumbles in my pasta sauce....

How did it turn out? What do I think about them?  

Find out in my video journal::

Have you used the Morningstar Farms meatless crumbles? Please tell me how you used them and if you like them. If you have a recipe you like please share! 

If you are new to the meatless lifestyle, or if you are just looking incorporate a few meatless meals into your routine,  MorningStar Farms has a large assortment of meatless options, visit their website for more information:: https://www.morningstarfarms.com

 

Truth::Veggies are better than pills and other tidbits!

Truth::Veggies are better than pills and other tidbits! 

Why going vegan was a far better decision than taking pills.

What I really think about those pills.

How I learned to respect and appreciate exercise,

And other nifty tidbits. 

A Random Act of Kindness... Returned.

 

 It was a random act of kindness but I wonder who the receiver really was.

It’s raining dogs and cats today. As I was crossing the street I noticed a homeless man sitting on a chair outside a restaurant, the rain literally pouring down on him. I'm sure hundreds of people just passed him by without so much as a second look this morning. He wasn't shaking a cup; he wasn’t asking for anything, he was just sitting there, in the pouring rain.

Something drew me to him, I found myself heading straight toward him at a quick pace.  I walked up to him and knelt before him so we could be at eye level then I offered him my umbrella. He looked me in the eyes with a deep gratitude, he thanked me... but it was the way he said these two little words that touched my spirit. I responded… your welcome sir... before I could walk away, I paused… It’s cold out here; I'll be right back.

I came back with a hot tea and a breakfast pastry, set up his tea, sugar, plate fork knife, napkins on the table next to him. I asked if he took milk in his tea or if he wanted honey in place of sugar. He said what I provided was just fine. He thanked me again, he had such kind loving eyes... then he said, something that really took hold within my soul, thank you for “seeing me.”  I said nothing in response,  just gave a gentle nod and walked on my way... I hardly noticed I was drenched until I reached my destination. I can’t adequately express the way this exchange touched my spirit, but it touched me very deeply. I gave this man an umbrella and some breakfast.... what he gave me was so much more.

 

I'm Still Progressing!

I'm Still Progressing!


I'm back! A little update on my journey so far, a minor set back, celebrations and... progress.