I’m going to unintentionally sound like an info-mercial during this post, just to warn you.

I’ve been overweight for as long as I can remember, and that’s not from lack of trying.  I’ve been on diets, had personal trainers, on doctor supervised diets, cleanses, exercised daily for two years straight… needless to say, I’ve made the attempt.

In the past several months, I’d begun to resign myself to the idea of me staying this way for the remainder of my days, not excited about the prospect, but not seeing any way of making the change I wanted.

Then something interesting happened…

I was at home watching Netflix when I came across a documentary entitled “Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead” by Joe Cross, an Australian who went on a 60 day juice fast to reboot his body and cure himself of his skin disorder.  The movie and the two stories (of Joe and Phil – both going through the fast) really inspired me.

I’ve fasted before, on protein shakes, on the lemonade diet, but nothing like this.  After going through all the formalities, I made up my mind and decided to do it, so I purchased a juicer, some books on juicing, and joined an online community.  To keep myself on track, I started a vlog and playlist for that vlog to follow my journey, which I am planning on filming daily.  The video you see here was from yesterday, when I decided to put together my introductory video.  I’m in the preliminary stages of the juice fast, incorporating them into my diet while I’m still eating solid foods, so as not to fully shock my system.  To reinforce my resolve, I’ve re-watched the movie daily to keep my mind wired to the success this program has been to others and to help me stay focused on my goals.

My goal right now is 10 days, and if it’s successful, maybe longer, but baby steps right now.

My career has always been paramount to me, but my health needs to take center stage for a while, which is why I’m sharing this info with you.  I’m not stopping my singing/performing/writing/recording, mind you, only taking more responsibility and a more proactive approach to what’s important.  In other words, I will be continuing my vlog update as well, just to let you know.

I’m looking forward to sharing my success with you, as always.

If you have any questions, or would like to join me on my quest, let me know.

Love you all!

-Janifer