Saturday, November 17, 2012

Letter to Myself

Sparkle Cleanse Day 19 - Treat Yo Self Day 58

6 Steps to Sparkle
  1. Inspiration: Since we're in the home stretch, we're gonna do something a little different today. Sure, I want you to eat well, affirm, pray and move. But this assignment - one of my favorite creative writing exercises - takes enormous focus. Write a letter to yourself, but from the perspective of you ten years from now. In it describe how well everything has turned out after ten years. Start your letter with the following words: "You'll never believe what happened!" Put in as many details as you can - where you live, what you look like, how you feel, and what you're doing. Then, share the letter with a friend - that's right - and read it out loud. 

My Reflection:

      I spent a lot of time today with myself and my Vision Board. It took an amazing amount of energy and I treated myself to explore it, especially with today only having a single Inspirational focus for the Treat Yo Self Cleanse. And my letter, well that took just as much time and energy and I keep wanting to rewrite it to find the perfect words for my 40 year old self. And then I realized, that whatever I say, it will be exactly what I need to hear.
   
Dear Jan,
      You'll never believe what happened. Remember when you did that life changing Treat Yo Self Cleanse 10 years ago? Remember how wonderfully connected it felt and the amount of joy and healing this created was a foundation for greatness. These changes made way for feelings and transforming the delicate relationship with food. Saying "I'm proud of you" only skims the surface of the well of untapped amazement discovered. Choosing to release emotional holds and find support beyond food was a momentous experience - it's something that I still reflect on fondly and cherish daily. 
      The willingness to use new ingredients in baked items has transformed the way I live today. Friends and family have enjoyed these sweet treats and express love and support as I continue to create healthier, tastier and beautiful treats. All the cooking you explored was simply inspired - the many delicious dishes has fed many joyous tummy's.
      And Jan, this body thanks you! It's healed and feels so much better! The energy is contagious and there are so many activities that get this Body Movin'. Not only has the body weight transformed, it's lighter and happier. Oh, and those skinny jeans look great.
      I'm so proud of you! 
Love, Jan

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