too much goodness?

I remember years ago learning about kids who had so much negative influence in their lives that it was almost impossible for them to adjust to not having it. When a positive influence surfaced, they would work hard to maintain the level of negative they previously had. It takes a very conscious, concerted effort to change how you hear and accept stuff. Today in the clinic we looked at some of our associations with food and examined options for changing those connections and messages. I am learning so much and relearning so much more.

We sampled the shakes today and I like both of them, chocolate and vanilla. I will enjoy the food I have this week and look forward to starting the next stage of the process next week. Over Christmas and new years we will not meet but will extend clinics 2 weeks longer so we don't miss any lessons. We were even told today that if we mess up while on the shakes, we can accept that. We are to eventually aim for eating responsibly 90% of the time. I like it!

So, to my title; normally I would struggle with having all the good feelings, ease, comfort, support, love, acceptance etc, that I have in my life right now. I have decided to be proactive about my approach. I choose to allow and accept, with gratitude, the gifts present in my life. Often these days I don't even have words to properly express my gratitude, as it is so overwhelming. As part of this process I will end my blog each day expressing resentments and appreciations. Practice practice practice...

John, I would love to borrow some of your reading material!

I resent that children who are exposed to neglect or trauma before 6 years of age have huge gaps in their brain development. I release this resentment to the universe. I appreciate the beauty and wonder of nature. I accept all that the universe has to offer into my life.

Thank you, elly

I almost didn't use this quote, as I'm not a big fan of the man. However in the spirit of being open to all of the universe, I give you: "The mind is the limit. As long as the mind can envision the fact that you can do something, you can do it, as long as you believe 100%."  Arnold Schwarzenegger

"There are no limits. There are only plateaus, and you must not stay there, you must go beyond them."  Bruce Lee