Day Five - Overcoming Obstacles

As mentioned during the preparation days leading up to 'start day', there will always be obstacles getting in the way of your success.  Injuries, illness, emotional crisis, sadness, great joy, etc., etc.  The list is endless.  The key to overcoming obstacles is the certain awareness strict adherence is not the goal.  If you are injured, you need food that will help you heal quickly.  This may mean a greater quantity of proteins, fats, and restorative nutrients.  In periods of sadness, a comfort food with inspiring mental associations may be just the ticket.  We are in this for the long haul.  The overall goal is to eat well most of the time.  Do not give up on this goal because of a setback lacking success.

These past two days, I have been recuperating from a flare-up of a chronic back issue.  In addition, I have a major personal issue that has been emotionally taxing.  Yesterday afternoon, I went out to eat with two friends and enjoyed a hamburger.  It was very tasty!  In the past, I would have seen this as utter failure and concluded all further attempts to eat well were fruitless (no pun intended).  Today, I see this was necessary in the greater scheme of things and am continuing to eat well.  It isn't that I 'screwed up' and am now 'back on track'.  I understand it is all part of plan.

Stella Green wrote about her own setbacks  in her Blog Posting.  In general, it is necessary to understand we are human beings and subject to the laws of nature.  Keep up the good work!

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