There is no such thing as a perfect relationship with food or our bodies. Our bodies grow and evolve with us each day through every season of life. There will be times when we’re full of energy and want to kick every goal under the sun, and other days and weeks where all we have space for in our mind and body is rest. Both of those things are okay. 

The difference is that one of those things is more celebrated than the other. Often, we look to people that are out there living their best life in nature, running through the woods or swimming in the ocean and think, “they have it all worked out.” By comparison we see (or often don’t see) the person at home on the couch watching Netflix or in bed crying as weak or as people who don’t know where they’re going. The truth is, there is real value in taking time to feel our emotions and take a break from it all. When we go, go, go we might not acknowledge the way our body feels and ignore that tickle in our throat or mild headache. When we are always planning our meals, we miss chances to listen to our body and what it needs and wants. When we pop on our runners so routinely, we might miss our body’s cue to rest and stretch. 

I chose this affirmation for the last week because at this point I am hoping you are feeling super motivated to try new foods, test out new recipes, and continue with your treatment plans. I just want to remind you that you don’t ever have to do any of these things perfectly. I have designed your treatment plans to be sustainable. I didn’t just want to give you a ‘quick fix.’ Rather, I wanted to give you practices that you can hopefully do for many years to come.

The reality is that life throws things at us all the time, so much of which is out of our control. This might mean that the things you have learnt or that are in your plan aren’t always front of mind and that is okay and normal. Just know that these tools and strategies will always be here waiting for you. You don’t have to pick them up again all at once. You can pick one or two to start and then rebuild from there. I am always just an email or DM away if you need any support at all. You are not alone, speak to your loved ones and don’t ever feel ashamed for asking for help. We are all in this together!