Food for Thought

Kari · Post by **Kari** » Tue Oct 29, 2019 11:38 am

https://spiritualityhealth.com/articles ... t+10-29-19

Post by **tex** » Tue Oct 29, 2019 7:00 pm

Thanks Kari,

That's a very good article, and very well written, in my opinion. And we can all identify with the emotions imposed by that lifestyle.

I've always had a cat or three (or maybe they had me) all my life, up until about 10 years ago when the bobcats moved into this area and put me out of the cat owning business.

Love,

Tex

Kari · Post by **Kari** » Wed Oct 30, 2019 4:45 pm

Hi Tex,

I believe that coming across that article is producing a turning point for me. I don't think I have ever truly accepted my condition, and that it is for life. The simple, uncomplicated diet my body requires to remain inflammation free has alluded me, as I have kept struggling to make interesting, unique and appetizing meals. This has caused unnecessary stress that I'm now finally ready to let go of.

The idea of being grateful for what I can eat without GI issues is powerful. As Jean has always said "no food is worth getting sick from". Both you and Jean seem to have embraced this idea, and it was driven home for me while reading this article. After the horrible experience the author went through at such a young age, she made a success out of her life through acceptance and gratitude. She is a very accomplished woman, as you can tell from her credential. I love the picture of her at the end of the article - she looks exuberant.

With much love and appreciation for your presence here,

Kari

JFR · Post by **JFR** » Wed Oct 30, 2019 6:23 pm

Acceptance is really the key Kari. I eat the same foods every day. They are good nourishing foods, very simple to prepare. I no longer look towards my food for entertainment so I don't get bored with them. I've told myself all along that I am very fortunate to have an illness with a solution that only involves controlling the food I eat and now the only foods I eat are foods that nourish me, no junk. So I am not deprived, I am fortunate. I know how to keep myself as healthy as possible. By eating the way I now I eat I got my life back. I am no longer afraid to leave the house. I am glad that you are moving in the direction of acceptance.

Jean

Kari · Post by **Kari** » Thu Oct 31, 2019 8:21 am

Jean,

Thank you for your note. I'm so happy for you that you have found peace and gratitude with things as they are. I've come to believe that living with colitis is just as important mentally/emotionally as it is physiologically. Even though one possesses perfect physical health, one can be a miserable person. And, likewise, if one is dealing with a tough physical condition, one can still be happy and content. True, heartfelt acceptance sets you free.

Love and light,
Kari

ldubois7 · Post by **ldubois7** » Tue Nov 05, 2019 6:32 am

Thank you for this article. I have moments (especially around the holidays) that I feel sorry for myself for the plain boring foods I can eat, but I never stray, because the years of being confined to my home are scarier than eating the same diet daily or the hassle of packing my own foods to go out.

It is what it is, and it could be a lot worse!

Thanks for encouragement!

kariswalstad · Post by **kariswalstad** » Tue Nov 05, 2019 9:13 am

I love this article and discussion! I went out of town this weekend with my hubby for the first time since the diet change, and I was so excited to try an organic GF, DF restaurant. It was busy, clean, and everyone seemed really knowledgeable and happy, yet we both got sick within 30 minutes of eating there. I was so disappointed but at the same time, so very grateful that I am a good cook and enjoy the foods you folks have steered me toward. I think it was a huge step toward acceptance and gratitude. Thank you all for sharing your experience and hope. It has been life-changing for me.