My name is TJ, and I am addicted to fast food.
I eat fast food at least once a day.
I drink soda as though it is water.
I am addicted.
I am addicted, not only to fast food and soda, but also the lifestyle that comes with it.
I am use to being out of shape, though I am, technically, strong and able. A majority of my pay checks go to eating out or ordering in. I am not over weight, I am not lazy, and I am not broken. I am lucky. However, I know that my lifestyle can ultimately harm me, and the fact that I am able now does not mean I will be able in the future.
For hours, today, I was searching through websites and videos- just watching interviews that I deemed interesting. I was not looking for anything specifically, mostly just hoping to find something to keep myself entertained for a while. I happened on a video that spoke about natural health. It was an interview of a very famous actress who I, personally, really look up to.
It was interesting, because recently I have been doing a lot of soul searching, and asking for guidance in regards to my future and where I want to be. I did not know what I wanted to achieve or strive for, or what my intentions were for getting there. Everything was up in the air. Ultimately, It came as an absolute shock when I started listening to this all-natural and organic way of life. What was the most shocking is the interest I quickly gained for it. (I mean, instant interest.)
I have never felt so called to a way of life. Recently, after giving up soda (which only lasted a month), I realized just how bad certain types of foods can be for you. Strangely, my concentration became sharper, and I stopped feeling like life was a daze. I was awake. When I started back on soda, however, the blurred lines came back and I went back to life as I had known it longest- barely conscious .
My goals with this blog is to express this journey as I live it. I know that this will be a hard life, at first. I know changes will need to be made, money will need to be spent, and sacrifices will be had. I do know that this journey will be good.
Good for my body.
Good for my heart and soul.
Good for my health.
Good for who i am as an individual.
I know i will grow from this, i will learn, and i will change. I know that this is not a one day thing, this is a life time of changes. I know that this will give me new opportunities, as well as take away some.
This is my commitment.
It is not about losing weight, or getting guys.
It is not about looking good in a bikini.
It is about health.
It is about the earth.
It is about nature.
It is about my life.
It is about change.
I commit to do my best in eating healthy foods, using safe products, and living a sustainable life.
I commit to changing myself, while being a leader to help others change.
I commit to protecting my body and protecting my earth.
I commit to living life full of joy, freedom and adventure.
This is a journey that I never thought I would take,
a Journey i was never prepared to take.
But with support, and God's direction- this is a Journey where i will find success.
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
Philippians 4:13
I invite anyone to join with me.
Make a change for one, that will make a change for many.
Much Love,
TJ
