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Defining Who I Am, Again...

 2024 started and I decided I wanted to try going to a church service for the first time in a long time. I'm sure it would come as a surprise to quite a few of my friends that I'm still a Christian, but the fact is that I have never forsaken my faith in Jesus. However, I have redefined what that looks like as I grow older, wiser, and learn more about myself and the universe. I was inspired to check out a specific church simply because I have seen many confirmations of my current life journey via my new career.

I'm still learning how to make my new career the most successful I can make it but it has been a trying time because I'm growing and stretching in ways I never thought were possible. I'm taking a risk and having faith that I'm on the right path. The main issue I have had in embarking on this journey has been my own self-doubt. However, every time I doubt it, I get yet another confirmation telling me I'm on the right path. I feel as though I'm finally being able to not only trust the path I'm on, but I can also see a brighter future ahead!

One of the things I found comfort in when I started watching sermons online this past month, is that my faith and new beliefs are one and the same. They are merely two sides of the same coin. At the same time, I am constantly reminding myself of the new truths I have learned during the time I have been away from any form of church whatsoever. Definitive truths, no matter what a person believes.

Now, if you have taken the time to read my previous blog post, I have also been endeavoring on a more serious and purposeful journey to greater health. I am working on changing my health habits to become a true vegan one day. One of the first steps I took was fasting from certain foods. It was a commitment I made when I watched that first sermon at the beginning of 2024. I was just thinking, "Whatever, I don't have anything to lose by trying it." Today was the last day of the fast but I'm committing to continually fast from those specific foods, i.e. dessert, sweets, and things like that.

Another aspect of my getting healthy journey is working on the issues of my physical body more thoughtfully and constructively. I have almost daily pain in my neck and back due to past injuries, as a result, I am unable to work out in the way I used to enjoy. I work on doing more aerobic exercises and any type of weight training is minimal and very lightweight. I am learning that there are some very simple, easy, and fun exercises I can do that not only help my back feel better but also help to better align my energies. It has been very revealing and inspirational to me because it is changing my perspective on what it means to be healthy and how to accomplish it.

I'm nervous but also excited about the future and what the universe has in store for me! It is kind of a weird feeling for me as well because I have found a renewed joy for living. That's all folks!

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Knife maiden said…
This is great to read honey 😘
I'm so happy that you've found a path that
Is beautiful and inspirational 🤩
7:32 PM
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