We practiced yoga every day. There were no other rules. Some of my practices were short, some were easy, some were very challenging, some were at home and some at a studio. I love what the challenge did for me as it really made me slow down every day and take some time for myself during a very busy time of the year. I started 2019 feeling great!
This year, I have decided to end the year with a Conscious Cleanse. The Conscious Cleanse is a food-based cleanse that eliminates common allergens from your diet. But there is so much more to it. You are also encouraged to journal, look at your surroundings, be conscious of what you put on your body, and visualize the best version of yourself. And you do all of it with lots and lots of support.
I did my first Conscious Cleanse in 2013, and it really changed my life as I learned that I can't handle gluten very well, have to be careful with how many eggs I eat, easily go overboard with sauces and function a lot better with no (or very little) caffeine. Unfortunately, caffeine crept back into my life, and I drink way too much of it at this point. So eliminating coffee will be a challenge once again this time around. So will letting go of some of the condiments and other sauces in my fridge... Plus, it'll be nice to give my body a break from some of the convenience foods I'm currently eating. I know all the seemingly small changes will make a huge impact on how I feel, sleep, move and are able to enjoy life.
What I love most about doing a Conscious Cleanse is that it "forces" me to take care of myself every day by feeding my body foods that make it feel its best. Starting my day with a big cup of warm lemon water while journaling makes for a more relaxed day. How you start your day really can make a difference in how you feel (and react to things) the rest of the day. Finally, all of the support that is provided really makes all the changes doable as there is lots and lots online support every step of the way.
Are you ready to go on this journey with me? I'm going to participate in the November 6 cleanse. I would love for you to join me. Let's start 2020 feeling great!
Here is more Conscious Cleanse information.
If you have any questions about the Conscious Cleanse and my experiences with it, please send me an email at andreaswellnessnotes[at]gmail.com. I'd be happy to answer any questions you may have.
You can also check out my Conscious Cleanse page where I have a collection of posts from 2013 to the present.
Be well,
Andrea