It started with the clothing strike. And the ideas just keep coming. I may have become a masochist overnight, because I keep thinking up all these ways of depriving myself. Deprived isn't the right word, limited is better. I am limiting myself.The strange thing is that I'm excited about it!
So I've gone 4 days without purchasing an item of clothing. I have, however, purchased an enamel bracelet from Target for $18. I did say accessories were allowed initially, but I think this is a slippery slope, so they are now banned.
Next: a juice fast. Nothing crazy, just a one day fast with vegetable juice and water. It's a great way to give your digestive tract a rest and makes you feel energized (supposedly, will get back to you). If it goes well, it will be a weekly ritual. I will choose one day a week, say Monday, and just drink juice and water for the whole day. Will this last? Who the heck knows.Possibilities:
* Giving blood once a month. This might not be asceticism for a lot of people, but for a needle-phobe it sure is!
* Limiting TV time to a couple hours a week instead of a couple hours a day. This one will be hard as hubby loves the boob tube more than me. If I could only think of a way to lure him away....
I'm not entirely sure what my motivations are for all of this. There are many possible reasons. Like more free time, a better financial outlook, a healthier body and a more active mind. But I think I like the idea of testing myself the most. Of just seeing if I can do it. The whole thing is quite liberating really.
Lets see if I feel the same way 6 hours into my juice fast:)
4 comments:
So exciting! Keep me updated! I love putting little challenges into your life (hence my desire to run a marathon).
Have fun with the juice fast. My Mom did a bread and water fast on Fridays when we were little (not quite as healthy, but she survived). I like the eliminating tv and giving blood, I gave blood once and its a very satisfying experience. Keep us updated!!!
I saw Gabriella and all I can say is wow and thank you. I am not surprised you feel like making some changes after seeing her I do to. Astounding!
I love your bracelet. And, I look forward to more of your adventure of asceticism.
I'm so glad that you had a good experience too! I was worried since my dad didn't really get much out of his session. I hope that you write about it! I keep meaning to write about mine.
I'm glad that you cut out accessories too....that would have been so easy to claim a cardigan as an accessory and then you would have been in trouble! lol
Please don't do that juice thing for longer than a day...you will be HUNGRY! good luck on it though! I wish I had the will power to do that.
Giving blood sounds like it might be a good way for you to get over the fear. If you do it enough times then you'll just get used to it.
I'm trying to think of something I can give up that's feasible for me at this time. I'll keep you posted! Good luck with all yours! I'm your cheerleader!!!
*GO, GO Sharbear, GO GO GO Sharbear!!!!*
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