Solitude & Sereni.tea

I have noticed that I have been eating a lot more than I normally do. I think it’s because a) I am mostly awake for more hours in the day than I was in my pre self care program, and b) my days are jam-packed with activity. So my meals feel larger because I need more energy to get through my day. While I didn’t keep a food diary before this program (and I am not keeping one now but I should), I snacked quite a bit between activities (before). And now, I am eating actual sit down meals.

Things I noticed about my plate:
* I love the dark purple plates – they show everything
* Whoa that is a lot of salt there (even if it’s Himalayan pink salt). I don’t usually crave salt, though I did spend all day outside in the sun, walking, gardening, and sweating. And while I did have some dinner with my salt, I am still craving even more – and if it wasn’t the grossest thing ever, I would pour some in my hand and lick it up. Don’t worry, I wont do that. But It does tell me that I should see my doctor and get my thyroid (iodine) levels checked though.
* I really need to learn how to cut vegetables properly. Making a note to check out some YouTube videos on cooking basics.
* I am much better at eating mindfully when I spend the time actually cooking, and when I use a lot of spice in my dishes. Spicy foods allow me to slow my intake, and really enjoy the flavours.
* Hooray I managed to get through an entire day without eating cheese. This is real growth.

In case the food in the photo looks at all appetizing to you, I made the Crunchy Aparagus, Carrot, and Hazelnut salad as well as the Spiced New Potatoes with Minty Yogurt Dressing from Deliciously Ella- The Plant Based Cookbook. While my efforts tasted fantastic, my presentation can definitely use some work.

*having a cup of after dinner basil tea. – If you havent tried this before, you must. Chop up some basil leaves, steep it in hot water, add a little lemon. It’s the best.