Six Vegan, Plant-Based Weeks Completed!

 

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Here's my recap: I think I stopped blogging about my journey because A. I was SLAMMED busy, and B. I hit a major weight plateau. Here's the difference from this plateau and others in my past: I just kept going with my plan. I made myself remember that this was not just to finally reach my goal (and healthy) weight, but MOST importantly, it is for my longevity of health and disease prevention. Y'all, it's not that hard. I know the thoughts you can have against the right choices, and as I pass people with various food choices in their hands on the street, I remember those thoughts:

"I only have time to grab a quick pastry or bagel, so at least I'm not getting the one drizzled in chocolate: I'm saving calories I could have eaten!"

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"I can only afford pizza right now.. It's so much cheaper and I love it."

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"Since I worked out today and I feel I need (HA!) caffeine, I'll have a coke just for today. A reward!"

These thoughts are self-sabotage. At the surface, they don't seem so harmful, but these are those quick everyday decisions that add up to a truckload of BLEH. Yes, every day you could have eaten a gallon of lard, but you don't... that doesn't automatically make you healthier. Pick easy-to-grab fruits and veggies. You can't afford the medical bills and years off your life that result from years of pizza/junk and the resulting disease; a couple of extra bucks for the fresh salad (lite dressing on side) isn't much in comparison. And stop lying to yourself about the need for caffeine, and if you must partake, the least damaging would be an unsweet iced tea, or black iced coffee. 

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After a few weeks, it'll be a new habit for you, and your old lifestyle seems unfathomable. Also, I am a firm believer in jumping in head-first (after doing your research). Any time I've tried to "incorporate" new healthy choices, or add on the good stuff gradually, it's been a half-assed attempt that didn't change my habits or addictions. After six weeks strong, I'm on to another six... hopefully more and on for life, but I'll take it six by six! Jump on in y'all, the water's fine!!

♥AshPiece 

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