The Importance of Getting The Crap Out. You know that toxins, in general, are harmful to your overall health, so why would you want to have them stewing in your intestines, breeding harmful bacteria? Isn't the thought of up to 19 pounds of crap hanging out in your body a motivating factor to detox your poop out? As an FYI, when you flush out the crap, your body will digest food more effectively, helping you stay svelte. One of the best ways to begin detoxing is to ensure that you have at least one bowel movement every day. Having a clean stomach in the morning -AKA having a bowel movement first thing in the morning—is the best way to prevent constipation and boost your digestive system. You may want to try drinking a warm glass of water as soon as you wake up to help stimulate your digestive system. As a result, you may experience more natural energy and have a more positive outlook on life. I know my attitude is bright and shiny after a good morning poop. How Much Poop is in Your...
As I continue my self-reflection journey to reduce reactivity, I uncover new patterns, thoughts, and limiting beliefs that persist and no longer serve me in my life. And, to be honest, it's hard to do self-reflection; it's ugly and uncomfortable to look at parts of yourself and see things that don't put you in the best light. Yet, it's by looking at the shadow that you grow. You get the opportunity to choose a new path, direction, and flow that leads to clarity. It was with this train of thought that I developed the five steps below, which you can master one by one to help reduce reactivity. * Pro Tips*: It's helpful to repeat these steps, as the body and mind learn from repetition. The more often you incorporate them into your daily life, the less you'll desire to revert to reactivity. As you go through the steps, keep in mind an incident, person, or situation where you instantly reacted to it/them without stopping to listen or truly hear ...