tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8339250623919488760.post8310567728606153571..comments2008-07-13T00:00:08.908-07:00Oliviahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06058356843151306428noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8339250623919488760.post-7359690821129761102008-07-13T00:00:00.000-07:002008-07-13T00:00:00.000-07:00

You do self-care so well, Kelly. And it sounds like you're doing really, really great with EMP+. <BR/><BR/>I'm sure it is hard to have your own day...I think that if you and Sylvain had your own house, you could build in a lot more alone time---it would be spread out during the week more---and things could perhaps change then. Right now if Sylvain has an activity, you are still not alone in the

Oliviahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06058356843151306428noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8339250623919488760.post-68794863883492143322008-07-12T11:21:00.000-07:002008-07-12T11:21:00.000-07:00

Olivia, I'm so glad you tuned into your body and needs. I have found myself gravitating back toward almost no meat and also decided to go off all caffeine (even chocolate) for the beginning of EMP+.<BR/>As for alone time, one day of each weekend is mine. Right now I'm at the public library and it is so quiet. The rain has kept people away, so I'm in a nook at the back with no noise. Wonderful.<BR

kikipotamushttp://kikipotamus.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8339250623919488760.post-47008221893983144232008-07-10T17:34:00.000-07:002008-07-10T17:34:00.000-07:00

Angela, You are so right. I lose perspective in the fray. It's so good to recoup. My body is responding well. And it says "More, more!" More rest, more time alone, more healthy food...<BR/>Joy and kindness and love, O

Oliviahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06058356843151306428noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8339250623919488760.post-48002876475401043332008-07-10T17:33:00.000-07:002008-07-10T17:33:00.000-07:00

Thanks, Jessie. It's okay to go gradually. I know that I am SO READY for this that it's not funny. I'll look forward to hearing from you. Blessings and love, O

Oliviahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06058356843151306428noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8339250623919488760.post-54077593360805416972008-07-10T17:32:00.000-07:002008-07-10T17:32:00.000-07:00

Ah, yes, Chani, but I keep forgetting, and go-go-go anyway. Can't wait till I learn this lesson!!<BR/><BR/>Thank you for your reflections, Chani, yes! Happiness and love, O

Oliviahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06058356843151306428noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8339250623919488760.post-72541130481995771272008-07-10T17:31:00.000-07:002008-07-10T17:31:00.000-07:00

Thank you, Ruby. It would be impossible for me to do this without the support and accountability I find here. Peace and joy, O

Oliviahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06058356843151306428noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8339250623919488760.post-86070709618476280352008-07-10T17:30:00.000-07:002008-07-10T17:30:00.000-07:00

Mary, thanks for your encouraging words. You'll do it when you're ready. It's frustrating to try to MAKE yourself do something and not to feel like you're CHOOSING. <BR/><BR/>It sounds like the light is already coming on!<BR/><BR/>Blessings, O

Oliviahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06058356843151306428noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8339250623919488760.post-27931174206135687972008-07-10T13:09:00.000-07:002008-07-10T13:09:00.000-07:00

Your day spent being with yourself may be at least as helpful as the diet change. Good for you for both healthy, loving actions.

Angelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12153878171712341666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8339250623919488760.post-36807397544917618852008-07-10T07:09:00.000-07:002008-07-10T07:09:00.000-07:00

a healthier diet--that is one thing that is DEFINITELY on my Be Brave list. i'm scared it will make me uncomfortable to cut out my favorite (non-healthy) foods. but then if i were to get real with myself it would become glaringly obvious that i am uncomfortable BECAUSE of those non-healthy foods.<BR/><BR/>take good care of yourself, dear girl.<BR/><BR/>lots of love,<BR/>j.<BR/><BR/>ps.<BR/>

Jessiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10377814945121401007noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8339250623919488760.post-13694080301072902342008-07-09T20:49:00.000-07:002008-07-09T20:49:00.000-07:00

Sometimes bravery is knowing what things work best for you and being willing to step out of old paradigms. It's really clear that the goal-directed, go-go-go stuff doesn't make you feel good, doesn't feed your soul. I'm glad you recognize that and are willing to take a "peace day" - be alone, read, write, do the things that restore you. <BR/><BR/>Corporate methods don't work for most of us who

thailandchanihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10171731740204067889noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8339250623919488760.post-78774565688226170362008-07-09T19:53:00.000-07:002008-07-09T19:53:00.000-07:00

oh olivia,<BR/><BR/>i'm sorry that today was rough for you, but i have to say that i respect -- SO MUCH -- how conscious you are of your daily choices. i really am learning a lot from your willingness to share your journey with us. thank you.<BR/>ruby

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I admire your bravery! And knowing that you need a day alone to read and relax. So many people never take that time for themselves. <BR/>I've had a bad time with eating for some time now. I know I have to make changes but am struggling. I lost alot of weight years ago cutting out alot of breads, pastas, and did have more energy. It was a medical diet and when I was able to go back to normal

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