Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 I have a woman in one of my WW classes that just told me today she is planning to fast throughout Lent (40 days) except on Sundays. No food, just water every day except Sunday. She said she did it last year too and pigged out big time on Sundays. This year she's planning to do the same thing but be more moderate on Sundays. She's doing it for spiritual reasons, not for weight loss but wow. Way too much for me to consider. She said it was easy the first two weeks, then got a lot harder but it was still worthwhile. I can't imagine it but whatever works, I guess. For the last few years, I've taken something on (praying daily for a person who bugs me, reading the Bible daily, etc.) but this year I'm giving up staying up past 10:00 PM. I know it doesn't sound like a big deal but my schedule has become beyond insane the last few months and I am constantly worn out. It has gotten much worse lately, even though my schedule has lightened some. I'm not as much fun as I like to be, I'm not feeling as good as I normally do, it is just not good. I decided just late last week that I HAD to make a change and this came to me as one thing that might really make a difference. Most nights I am literally falling asleep in front of the TV, watching the 10:00 news (that in most cases I already saw at 6:00), playing on my laptop thinking to myself, I should just give it up and go to bed but I don't. As of Wednesday, that ends, at least during Lent and hopefully, I'll see a difference in many ways (physically, emotionally, in relationships and making me more open spiritually too). I am giving myself permission to stay up later on Saturday nights because I don't have to be up at 5:30 on Sundays (just 7:30 or 8 usually) and if there is something truly important I need to be watching the news for, I can stay up for that (like school closing news) but not for any other reason. No reading a book until 11 or 1 either! So, it is sort of a fast, for me it will be anyway. Religous motivation? For practicing Christians, the season of Lent is just about on us. It is traditional to chose some sort of physical penance to practice during Lent, commemorating the 40 days of fasting Jesus did prior to Easter. This may be a good time to resolve to also fast, or do some other dietary/health related resolution that not only helps the body, but the spirit as well. Different religions has different definitions of a "fast," so whatever fits your beliefs would do! I'm planning on observing it. Today is Rosen (or Shrove) Monday, tomorrow is Fat Tuesday and then Ash Wednesday and Lent officially begins! Indyrose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 I'm not religious but I think renunciation is a good practice, putting discipline to work for a greater good, whatever that might be (Health, God, whatever). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 I (like ) am not religious but I really feel that an occasional fast or some sort of discipline action (be it doing something or not doing something) does a person good both physically and mentally. I am doing my own version of 3 day juice fast next week. judyTo: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 1:46:44 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? I'm not religious but I think renunciation is a good practice, putting discipline to work for a greater good, whatever that might be (Health, God, whatever). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 Holy Cow! No food 6 days of the week? Wow, that is all I can say, I think I would be passed out by the end of the first day. I like these ideas - you know, in the spirit of Lent, I will extend my "no buy" challenge until Easter! One year a lady in my office gave up talking about other people for Lent - I think that is a good one. Take care! Donna To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 1:24:52 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? I have a woman in one of my WW classes that just told me today she is planning to fast throughout Lent (40 days) except on Sundays. No food, just water every day except Sunday. She said she did it last year too and pigged out big time on Sundays. This year she's planning to do the same thing but be more moderate on Sundays. She's doing it for spiritual reasons, not for weight loss but wow. Way too much for me to consider. She said it was easy the first two weeks, then got a lot harder but it was still worthwhile. I can't imagine it but whatever works, I guess. For the last few years, I've taken something on (praying daily for a person who bugs me, reading the Bible daily, etc.) but this year I'm giving up staying up past 10:00 PM. I know it doesn't sound like a big deal but my schedule has become beyond insane the last few months and I am constantly worn out. It has gotten much worse lately, even though my schedule has lightened some. I'm not as much fun as I like to be, I'm not feeling as good as I normally do, it is just not good. I decided just late last week that I HAD to make a change and this came to me as one thing that might really make a difference. Most nights I am literally falling asleep in front of the TV, watching the 10:00 news (that in most cases I already saw at 6:00), playing on my laptop thinking to myself, I should just give it up and go to bed but I don't. As of Wednesday, that ends, at least during Lent and hopefully, I'll see a difference in many ways (physically, emotionally, in relationships and making me more open spiritually too). I am giving myself permission to stay up later on Saturday nights because I don't have to be up at 5:30 on Sundays (just 7:30 or 8 usually) and if there is something truly important I need to be watching the news for, I can stay up for that (like school closing news) but not for any other reason. No reading a book until 11 or 1 either! So, it is sort of a fast, for me it will be anyway. Religous motivation? For practicing Christians, the season of Lent is just about on us. It is traditional to chose some sort of physical penance to practice during Lent, commemorating the 40 days of fasting Jesus did prior to Easter. This may be a good time to resolve to also fast, or do some other dietary/health related resolution that not only helps the body, but the spirit as well. Different religions has different definitions of a "fast," so whatever fits your beliefs would do! I'm planning on observing it. Today is Rosen (or Shrove) Monday, tomorrow is Fat Tuesday and then Ash Wednesday and Lent officially begins! Indyrose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 That's a bit extreme, perhaps, although I've heard of people managing it. I believe my religion calls a fast " two light (less than 1/2 a regular meal), meatless meals and one regular meal, no snacking. " That's what I'm planning to do. (I'd have to check to see if sugarless gum is considered snacking...) I think a Muslim fast is one meal after sunset, but I'm not sure about that, since that's not my religion. And I think a Jewish fast is something different again. Anyway, six weeks of self-discipline is always good for one's soul! Indyrose > > Holy Cow! No food 6 days of the week? Wow, that is all I can say, I think I > would be passed out by the end of the first day. > > > I like these ideas - you know, in the spirit of Lent, I will extend my " no buy " > challenge until Easter! > > > One year a lady in my office gave up talking about other people for Lent - I > think that is a good one. > > > Take care! > > Donna > > > > > ________________________________ > > To: exercisevideos > Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 1:24:52 PM > Subject: Re: Religous motivation? > >  > I have a woman in one of my WW classes that just told me today she is planning > to fast throughout Lent (40 days) except on Sundays. No food, just water every > day except Sunday. She said she did it last year too and pigged out big time on > Sundays. This year she's planning to do the same thing but be more moderate on > Sundays. She's doing it for spiritual reasons, not for weight loss but wow. Way > too much for me to consider. She said it was easy the first two weeks, then got > a lot harder but it was still worthwhile. I can't imagine it but whatever works, > I guess. >  > For the last few years, I've taken something on (praying daily for a person who > bugs me, reading the Bible daily, etc.) but this year I'm giving up staying up > past 10:00 PM. I know it doesn't sound like a big deal but my schedule has > become beyond insane the last few months and I am constantly worn out. It has > gotten much worse lately, even though my schedule has lightened some. I'm not as > much fun as I like to be, I'm not feeling as good as I normally do, it is just > not good. I decided just late last week that I HAD to make a change and this > came to me as one thing that might really make a difference. Most nights I am > literally falling asleep in front of the TV, watching the 10:00 news (that in > most cases I already saw at 6:00), playing on my laptop thinking to myself, I > should just give it up and go to bed but I don't. As of Wednesday, that ends, at > least during Lent and hopefully, I'll see a difference in many ways (physically, > emotionally, in relationships and making me more open spiritually too). I am > giving myself permission to stay up later on Saturday nights because I don't > have to be up at 5:30 on Sundays (just 7:30 or 8 usually) and if there is > something truly important I need to be watching the news for, I can stay up for > that (like school closing news) but not for any other reason. No reading a book > until 11 or 1 either! So, it is sort of a fast, for me it will be anyway. >  > >  > Religous motivation? > > > > > >For practicing Christians, the season of Lent is just about on us. It is > >traditional to chose some sort of physical penance to practice during Lent, > >commemorating the 40 days of fasting Jesus did prior to Easter. This may be a > >good time to resolve to also fast, or do some other dietary/health related > >resolution that not only helps the body, but the spirit as well. Different > >religions has different definitions of a " fast, " so whatever fits your beliefs > >would do! I'm planning on observing it. Today is Rosen (or Shrove) Monday, > >tomorrow is Fat Tuesday and then Ash Wednesday and Lent officially begins! > > > > > >Indyrose > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 I ain't gonna make no comment on the no buy challenge, LOL, maybe I will give up cussing, it would be hard, but I could try. in CA To: exercisevideos From: donna112520@...Date: Mon, 7 Mar 2011 11:35:08 -0800Subject: Re: Religous motivation? Holy Cow! No food 6 days of the week? Wow, that is all I can say, I think I would be passed out by the end of the first day. I like these ideas - you know, in the spirit of Lent, I will extend my "no buy" challenge until Easter! One year a lady in my office gave up talking about other people for Lent - I think that is a good one. Take care! Donna To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 1:24:52 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? I have a woman in one of my WW classes that just told me today she is planning to fast throughout Lent (40 days) except on Sundays. No food, just water every day except Sunday. She said she did it last year too and pigged out big time on Sundays. This year she's planning to do the same thing but be more moderate on Sundays. She's doing it for spiritual reasons, not for weight loss but wow. Way too much for me to consider. She said it was easy the first two weeks, then got a lot harder but it was still worthwhile. I can't imagine it but whatever works, I guess. For the last few years, I've taken something on (praying daily for a person who bugs me, reading the Bible daily, etc.) but this year I'm giving up staying up past 10:00 PM. I know it doesn't sound like a big deal but my schedule has become beyond insane the last few months and I am constantly worn out. It has gotten much worse lately, even though my schedule has lightened some. I'm not as much fun as I like to be, I'm not feeling as good as I normally do, it is just not good. I decided just late last week that I HAD to make a change and this came to me as one thing that might really make a difference. Most nights I am literally falling asleep in front of the TV, watching the 10:00 news (that in most cases I already saw at 6:00), playing on my laptop thinking to myself, I should just give it up and go to bed but I don't. As of Wednesday, that ends, at least during Lent and hopefully, I'll see a difference in many ways (physically, emotionally, in relationships and making me more open spiritually too). I am giving myself permission to stay up later on Saturday nights because I don't have to be up at 5:30 on Sundays (just 7:30 or 8 usually) and if there is something truly important I need to be watching the news for, I can stay up for that (like school closing news) but not for any other reason. No reading a book until 11 or 1 either! So, it is sort of a fast, for me it will be anyway. Religous motivation? For practicing Christians, the season of Lent is just about on us. It is traditional to chose some sort of physical penance to practice during Lent, commemorating the 40 days of fasting Jesus did prior to Easter. This may be a good time to resolve to also fast, or do some other dietary/health related resolution that not only helps the body, but the spirit as well. Different religions has different definitions of a "fast," so whatever fits your beliefs would do! I'm planning on observing it. Today is Rosen (or Shrove) Monday, tomorrow is Fat Tuesday and then Ash Wednesday and Lent officially begins! Indyrose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 I think this would depend on what type of fast she is doing. I have a friend who considers fasting just the absence of solid foods, she takes liquid supplements and meal replacements and usually gains weight during her fasts. I do a 3 day fast every a year, which is nothing but water. During this time I don't leave my house and don't have guests over, no electronics (I use candles) or phone use (except for emergencies). My family goes camping or visiting. It is a time of reflection, to refocus and redefine what I need as a person.To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 2:35:08 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? Holy Cow! No food 6 days of the week? Wow, that is all I can say, I think I would be passed out by the end of the first day. I like these ideas - you know, in the spirit of Lent, I will extend my "no buy" challenge until Easter! One year a lady in my office gave up talking about other people for Lent - I think that is a good one. Take care! Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 hahaha saray wtf? I couldn't do that :)why I am called bad judy in agility.. 2 times I have received "potty mouth" call .. I mainly am yelling at myself.. :)To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 3:16:12 PMSubject: RE: Religous motivation? I ain't gonna make no comment on the no buy challenge, LOL, maybe I will give up cussing, it would be hard, but I could try. in CA To: exercisevideos From: donna112520@...Date: Mon, 7 Mar 2011 11:35:08 -0800Subject: Re: Religous motivation? Holy Cow! No food 6 days of the week? Wow, that is all I can say, I think I would be passed out by the end of the first day. I like these ideas - you know, in the spirit of Lent, I will extend my "no buy" challenge until Easter! One year a lady in my office gave up talking about other people for Lent - I think that is a good one. Take care! Donna To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 1:24:52 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? I have a woman in one of my WW classes that just told me today she is planning to fast throughout Lent (40 days) except on Sundays. No food, just water every day except Sunday. She said she did it last year too and pigged out big time on Sundays. This year she's planning to do the same thing but be more moderate on Sundays. She's doing it for spiritual reasons, not for weight loss but wow. Way too much for me to consider. She said it was easy the first two weeks, then got a lot harder but it was still worthwhile. I can't imagine it but whatever works, I guess. For the last few years, I've taken something on (praying daily for a person who bugs me, reading the Bible daily, etc.) but this year I'm giving up staying up past 10:00 PM. I know it doesn't sound like a big deal but my schedule has become beyond insane the last few months and I am constantly worn out. It has gotten much worse lately, even though my schedule has lightened some. I'm not as much fun as I like to be, I'm not feeling as good as I normally do, it is just not good. I decided just late last week that I HAD to make a change and this came to me as one thing that might really make a difference. Most nights I am literally falling asleep in front of the TV, watching the 10:00 news (that in most cases I already saw at 6:00), playing on my laptop thinking to myself, I should just give it up and go to bed but I don't. As of Wednesday, that ends, at least during Lent and hopefully, I'll see a difference in many ways (physically, emotionally, in relationships and making me more open spiritually too). I am giving myself permission to stay up later on Saturday nights because I don't have to be up at 5:30 on Sundays (just 7:30 or 8 usually) and if there is something truly important I need to be watching the news for, I can stay up for that (like school closing news) but not for any other reason. No reading a book until 11 or 1 either! So, it is sort of a fast, for me it will be anyway. Religous motivation? For practicing Christians, the season of Lent is just about on us. It is traditional to chose some sort of physical penance to practice during Lent, commemorating the 40 days of fasting Jesus did prior to Easter. This may be a good time to resolve to also fast, or do some other dietary/health related resolution that not only helps the body, but the spirit as well. Different religions has different definitions of a "fast," so whatever fits your beliefs would do! I'm planning on observing it. Today is Rosen (or Shrove) Monday, tomorrow is Fat Tuesday and then Ash Wednesday and Lent officially begins! Indyrose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 That sounds very peaceful and spiritual. Donna To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 3:16:45 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? I think this would depend on what type of fast she is doing. I have a friend who considers fasting just the absence of solid foods, she takes liquid supplements and meal replacements and usually gains weight during her fasts. I do a 3 day fast every a year, which is nothing but water. During this time I don't leave my house and don't have guests over, no electronics (I use candles) or phone use (except for emergencies). My family goes camping or visiting. It is a time of reflection, to refocus and redefine what I need as a person. To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 2:35:08 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? Holy Cow! No food 6 days of the week? Wow, that is all I can say, I think I would be passed out by the end of the first day. I like these ideas - you know, in the spirit of Lent, I will extend my "no buy" challenge until Easter! One year a lady in my office gave up talking about other people for Lent - I think that is a good one. Take care! Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 Haha, I have a really bad potty mouth too. It's bad when my grown children are the ones telling me to watch my mouth all the time. To: exercisevideos From: k9sports4gsps@...Date: Mon, 7 Mar 2011 12:19:35 -0800Subject: Re: Religous motivation? hahaha saray wtf? I couldn't do that :)why I am called bad judy in agility.. 2 times I have received "potty mouth" call .. I mainly am yelling at myself.. To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 3:16:12 PMSubject: RE: Religous motivation? I ain't gonna make no comment on the no buy challenge, LOL, maybe I will give up cussing, it would be hard, but I could try. in CA To: exercisevideos From: donna112520@...Date: Mon, 7 Mar 2011 11:35:08 -0800Subject: Re: Religous motivation? Holy Cow! No food 6 days of the week? Wow, that is all I can say, I think I would be passed out by the end of the first day. I like these ideas - you know, in the spirit of Lent, I will extend my "no buy" challenge until Easter! One year a lady in my office gave up talking about other people for Lent - I think that is a good one. Take care! Donna To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 1:24:52 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? I have a woman in one of my WW classes that just told me today she is planning to fast throughout Lent (40 days) except on Sundays. No food, just water every day except Sunday. She said she did it last year too and pigged out big time on Sundays. This year she's planning to do the same thing but be more moderate on Sundays. She's doing it for spiritual reasons, not for weight loss but wow. Way too much for me to consider. She said it was easy the first two weeks, then got a lot harder but it was still worthwhile. I can't imagine it but whatever works, I guess. For the last few years, I've taken something on (praying daily for a person who bugs me, reading the Bible daily, etc.) but this year I'm giving up staying up past 10:00 PM. I know it doesn't sound like a big deal but my schedule has become beyond insane the last few months and I am constantly worn out. It has gotten much worse lately, even though my schedule has lightened some. I'm not as much fun as I like to be, I'm not feeling as good as I normally do, it is just not good. I decided just late last week that I HAD to make a change and this came to me as one thing that might really make a difference. Most nights I am literally falling asleep in front of the TV, watching the 10:00 news (that in most cases I already saw at 6:00), playing on my laptop thinking to myself, I should just give it up and go to bed but I don't. As of Wednesday, that ends, at least during Lent and hopefully, I'll see a difference in many ways (physically, emotionally, in relationships and making me more open spiritually too). I am giving myself permission to stay up later on Saturday nights because I don't have to be up at 5:30 on Sundays (just 7:30 or 8 usually) and if there is something truly important I need to be watching the news for, I can stay up for that (like school closing news) but not for any other reason. No reading a book until 11 or 1 either! So, it is sort of a fast, for me it will be anyway. Religous motivation? For practicing Christians, the season of Lent is just about on us. It is traditional to chose some sort of physical penance to practice during Lent, commemorating the 40 days of fasting Jesus did prior to Easter. This may be a good time to resolve to also fast, or do some other dietary/health related resolution that not only helps the body, but the spirit as well. Different religions has different definitions of a "fast," so whatever fits your beliefs would do! I'm planning on observing it. Today is Rosen (or Shrove) Monday, tomorrow is Fat Tuesday and then Ash Wednesday and Lent officially begins! Indyrose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 Sometimes, just taking a step away from the world for a few hours can change your out look. It's the same reason many people like spas, it gives them time away from all the stresses in life. My way just takes it a bit further.To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 3:20:15 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? That sounds very peaceful and spiritual. Donna To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 3:16:45 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? I think this would depend on what type of fast she is doing. I have a friend who considers fasting just the absence of solid foods, she takes liquid supplements and meal replacements and usually gains weight during her fasts. I do a 3 day fast every a year, which is nothing but water. During this time I don't leave my house and don't have guests over, no electronics (I use candles) or phone use (except for emergencies). My family goes camping or visiting. It is a time of reflection, to refocus and redefine what I need as a person. To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 2:35:08 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? Holy Cow! No food 6 days of the week? Wow, that is all I can say, I think I would be passed out by the end of the first day. I like these ideas - you know, in the spirit of Lent, I will extend my "no buy" challenge until Easter! One year a lady in my office gave up talking about other people for Lent - I think that is a good one. Take care! Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 so necessary.. why I started meditating.. similar principleTo: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 4:07:47 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? Sometimes, just taking a step away from the world for a few hours can change your out look. It's the same reason many people like spas, it gives them time away from all the stresses in life. My way just takes it a bit further.To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 3:20:15 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? That sounds very peaceful and spiritual. Donna To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 3:16:45 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? I think this would depend on what type of fast she is doing. I have a friend who considers fasting just the absence of solid foods, she takes liquid supplements and meal replacements and usually gains weight during her fasts. I do a 3 day fast every a year, which is nothing but water. During this time I don't leave my house and don't have guests over, no electronics (I use candles) or phone use (except for emergencies). My family goes camping or visiting. It is a time of reflection, to refocus and redefine what I need as a person. To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 2:35:08 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? Holy Cow! No food 6 days of the week? Wow, that is all I can say, I think I would be passed out by the end of the first day. I like these ideas - you know, in the spirit of Lent, I will extend my "no buy" challenge until Easter! One year a lady in my office gave up talking about other people for Lent - I think that is a good one. Take care! Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 I meditate a little every day. Not only does it help my mind and mental focus, it also benefits my health. A person who deals non-stop with stresses are more likely to become ill than someone who uses coping mechanisms like meditation to take a break from them.http://www.csun.edu/~vcpsy00h/students/illness.htmFrom: Judy S To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 4:32:39 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? so necessary.. why I started meditating.. similar principleTo: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 4:07:47 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? Sometimes, just taking a step away from the world for a few hours can change your out look. It's the same reason many people like spas, it gives them time away from all the stresses in life. My way just takes it a bit further.To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 3:20:15 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? That sounds very peaceful and spiritual. Donna To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 3:16:45 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? I think this would depend on what type of fast she is doing. I have a friend who considers fasting just the absence of solid foods, she takes liquid supplements and meal replacements and usually gains weight during her fasts. I do a 3 day fast every a year, which is nothing but water. During this time I don't leave my house and don't have guests over, no electronics (I use candles) or phone use (except for emergencies). My family goes camping or visiting. It is a time of reflection, to refocus and redefine what I need as a person. To: exercisevideos Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 2:35:08 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? Holy Cow! No food 6 days of the week? Wow, that is all I can say, I think I would be passed out by the end of the first day. I like these ideas - you know, in the spirit of Lent, I will extend my "no buy" challenge until Easter! One year a lady in my office gave up talking about other people for Lent - I think that is a good one. Take care! Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011  I'm with you. I said to her, as respectfully as I could muster, "Wow, I think I'd be passed out by the middle of the 2nd day, with no energy to do anything I need to do." She said she was fine. Okeeeeee... She said she probably won't be weighing/attending WW meetings during this time but will be back after Easter so I guess I'll hear more about it then. Religous motivation? For practicing Christians, the season of Lent is just about on us. It is traditional to chose some sort of physical penance to practice during Lent, commemorating the 40 days of fasting Jesus did prior to Easter. This may be a good time to resolve to also fast, or do some other dietary/health related resolution that not only helps the body, but the spirit as well. Different religions has different definitions of a "fast," so whatever fits your beliefs would do! I'm planning on observing it. Today is Rosen (or Shrove) Monday, tomorrow is Fat Tuesday and then Ash Wednesday and Lent officially begins! Indyrose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 I was raised Jewish (became a Christian when I was 23). On a fast day day, we go without food or water until sunset. Most of the time there's only one fast day but for some very observant Jews there are more days in a row. In my tradition, Reform, we don't normally do more than one day at a time. I did those and was fine. I was hungry as heck for the big dinner, the "break the fast meal," but fine. I can see just having one meal a day but no food for 6 days would not work for me. I agree though, the self-discipline is a good thing, however you choose to experience it. Religous motivation?> >> >Â > >For practicing Christians, the season of Lent is just about on us. It is > >traditional to chose some sort of physical penance to practice during Lent, > >commemorating the 40 days of fasting Jesus did prior to Easter. This may be a > >good time to resolve to also fast, or do some other dietary/health related > >resolution that not only helps the body, but the spirit as well. Different > >religions has different definitions of a "fast," so whatever fits your beliefs > >would do! I'm planning on observing it. Today is Rosen (or Shrove) Monday, > >tomorrow is Fat Tuesday and then Ash Wednesday and Lent officially begins! > >> >> >Indyrose> >> >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 I was raised Jewish (became a Christian when I was 23). On a fast day day, we go without food or water until sunset. Most of the time there's only one fast day but for some very observant Jews there are more days in a row. In my tradition, Reform, we don't normally do more than one day at a time. I did those and was fine. I was hungry as heck for the big dinner, the "break the fast meal," but fine. I can see just having one meal a day but no food for 6 days would not work for me. I agree though, the self-discipline is a good thing, however you choose to experience it. Religous motivation?> >> >Â > >For practicing Christians, the season of Lent is just about on us. It is > >traditional to chose some sort of physical penance to practice during Lent, > >commemorating the 40 days of fasting Jesus did prior to Easter. This may be a > >good time to resolve to also fast, or do some other dietary/health related > >resolution that not only helps the body, but the spirit as well. Different > >religions has different definitions of a "fast," so whatever fits your beliefs > >would do! I'm planning on observing it. Today is Rosen (or Shrove) Monday, > >tomorrow is Fat Tuesday and then Ash Wednesday and Lent officially begins! > >> >> >Indyrose> >> >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 According to this woman, she plans to eat nothing for the most part but will keep herself hydrated with water. Her husband does not participate and apparently doesn't like to eat without her so she said at some meals she might have a cracker and water while he has dinner. Also, she said if she's invited for a meal at someone's house she will eat so as not to appear rude. It doesn't sound like that happens on a regular basis though and that most of the time she'll be going 6 days with either no food or an occasional cracker. Your fast time sounds very peaceful, Jo-Anne. Re: Religous motivation? Holy Cow! No food 6 days of the week? Wow, that is all I can say, I think I would be passed out by the end of the first day. I like these ideas - you know, in the spirit of Lent, I will extend my "no buy" challenge until Easter! One year a lady in my office gave up talking about other people for Lent - I think that is a good one. Take care! Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 I would never knock anyones religion I think spirituality is very much individual and also I find those who are in touch with their spirituality very inspiring. But I also know a lot about nutrition and health and fasting is not healthy in any situation. I think it is wonderful that people have enough drive to sustain from eating six days in a row with only their spiritual devotion to give them their strength. But at the same time their whole body is suffering and I work out twice a day for a minimum of 1 & 1/2 hours each workout session so it would not even be possible for me to fast if I wanted to maintain my workout routine.I am a roman catholic though and for lent I am giving up or will try to give up on overindulging in foods with no nutrition. I also am going to give up using the Internet during the day when the kids are awake to spend more quality one on one time with my children. Oh and I have a friend who does that 40 day fast and she feels forced to do it by her parents so she doesn't eat at home but pigs out at work and you know what good for her you should never force your beliefs on your children. Steer them in the right direction and let them decide for themselves.. I hope everyone has a wonderful day:) Sent from Jaclyn's iPhone  I'm with you. I said to her, as respectfully as I could muster, "Wow, I think I'd be passed out by the middle of the 2nd day, with no energy to do anything I need to do." She said she was fine. Okeeeeee... She said she probably won't be weighing/attending WW meetings during this time but will be back after Easter so I guess I'll hear more about it then. Religous motivation? For practicing Christians, the season of Lent is just about on us. It is traditional to chose some sort of physical penance to practice during Lent, commemorating the 40 days of fasting Jesus did prior to Easter. This may be a good time to resolve to also fast, or do some other dietary/health related resolution that not only helps the body, but the spirit as well. Different religions has different definitions of a "fast," so whatever fits your beliefs would do! I'm planning on observing it. Today is Rosen (or Shrove) Monday, tomorrow is Fat Tuesday and then Ash Wednesday and Lent officially begins! Indyrose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 8, 2011 Report Share Posted March 8, 2011 I have to say, I agree w/ you - I dno't think it is healthy to deprive yourself of food for 6 weeks, but I guess this lady knows has done it before....but I know I'd be too weak to get anything done if I did that! Does anyone know the history of why today ("Fat Tuesday") is pancake day? Is it to get rid of the fat in your house? I'm curious. Guess I should google it. Donna To: "exercisevideos " <exercisevideos >Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 10:00:30 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? I would never knock anyones religion I think spirituality is very much individual and also I find those who are in touch with their spirituality very inspiring. But I also know a lot about nutrition and health and fasting is not healthy in any situation. I think it is wonderful that people have enough drive to sustain from eating six days in a row with only their spiritual devotion to give them their strength. But at the same time their whole body is suffering and I work out twice a day for a minimum of 1 & 1/2 hours each workout session so it would not even be possible for me to fast if I wanted to maintain my workout routine. I am a roman catholic though and for lent I am giving up or will try to give up on overindulging in foods with no nutrition. I also am going to give up using the Internet during the day when the kids are awake to spend more quality one on one time with my children. Oh and I have a friend who does that 40 day fast and she feels forced to do it by her parents so she doesn't eat at home but pigs out at work and you know what good for her you should never force your beliefs on your children. Steer them in the right direction and let them decide for themselves.. I hope everyone has a wonderful day:) Sent from Jaclyn's iPhone  I'm with you. I said to her, as respectfully as I could muster, "Wow, I think I'd be passed out by the middle of the 2nd day, with no energy to do anything I need to do." She said she was fine. Okeeeeee... She said she probably won't be weighing/attending WW meetings during this time but will be back after Easter so I guess I'll hear more about it then. Religous motivation? For practicing Christians, the season of Lent is just about on us. It is traditional to chose some sort of physical penance to practice during Lent, commemorating the 40 days of fasting Jesus did prior to Easter. This may be a good time to resolve to also fast, or do some other dietary/health related resolution that not only helps the body, but the spirit as well. Different religions has different definitions of a "fast," so whatever fits your beliefs would do! I'm planning on observing it. Today is Rosen (or Shrove) Monday, tomorrow is Fat Tuesday and then Ash Wednesday and Lent officially begins! Indyrose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 8, 2011 Report Share Posted March 8, 2011  I didn't want to say anything to her she tends to do things her own way anyway, if you know what I mean, and I knew there was no point in saying much, but I do agree. No clue about Fat Tuesday = pancakes. Here, near Detroit (we're 50 miles away but it is close enough) there is a large Polish community (in Hamtramck) it is also Paczki Day (leaden powdered sugar donuts filled with jelly... and made with lots of lard). I had one once and never will again. It sat in my stomach for a week undigested, I swear. Religous motivation? For practicing Christians, the season of Lent is just about on us. It is traditional to chose some sort of physical penance to practice during Lent, commemorating the 40 days of fasting Jesus did prior to Easter. This may be a good time to resolve to also fast, or do some other dietary/health related resolution that not only helps the body, but the spirit as well. Different religions has different definitions of a "fast," so whatever fits your beliefs would do! I'm planning on observing it. Today is Rosen (or Shrove) Monday, tomorrow is Fat Tuesday and then Ash Wednesday and Lent officially begins! Indyrose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 8, 2011 Report Share Posted March 8, 2011 I don't know why it's pancake day (though I did make protein pancakes for breakfast this morning) but it's Fat Tuesday because tomorrow is Ash Wednesday and I believe the beginning of Lent, where you're supposed to fast (traditionally). Someone feel free to correct me if I'm wrong!-Fallen Catholic  I have to say, I agree w/ you - I dno't think it is healthy to deprive yourself of food for 6 weeks, but I guess this lady knows has done it before....but I know I'd be too weak to get anything done if I did that!  Does anyone know the history of why today ( " Fat Tuesday " )  is pancake day? Is it to get rid of the fat in your house? I'm curious. Guess I should google it. Donna To: " exercisevideos " <exercisevideos > Sent: Mon, March 7, 2011 10:00:30 PMSubject: Re: Religous motivation? I would never knock anyones religion I think spirituality is very much individual and also I find those who are in touch with their spirituality very inspiring. But I also know a lot about nutrition and health and fasting is not healthy in any situation. I think it is wonderful that people have enough drive to sustain from eating six days in a row with only their spiritual devotion to give them their strength. But at the same time their whole body is suffering and I work out twice a day for a minimum of 1 & 1/2 hours each workout session so it would not even be possible for me to fast if I wanted to maintain my workout routine. I am a roman catholic though and for lent I am giving up or will try to give up on overindulging in foods with no nutrition. I also am going to give up using the Internet during the day when the kids are awake to spend more quality one on one time with my children. Oh and I have a friend who does that 40 day fast and she feels forced to do it by her parents so she doesn't eat at home but pigs out at work and you know what good for her you should never force your beliefs on your children. Steer them in the right direction and let them decide for themselves..  I hope everyone has a wonderful day:)   Sent from Jaclyn's iPhone   I'm with you. I said to her, as respectfully as I could muster, " Wow, I think I'd be passed out by the middle of the 2nd day, with no energy to do anything I need to do. " She said she was fine. Okeeeeee... She said she probably won't be weighing/attending WW meetings during this time but will be back after Easter so I guess I'll hear more about it then.   Religous motivation?  For practicing Christians, the season of Lent is just about on us. It is traditional to chose some sort of physical penance to practice during Lent, commemorating the 40 days of fasting Jesus did prior to Easter. This may be a good time to resolve to also fast, or do some other dietary/health related resolution that not only helps the body, but the spirit as well. Different religions has different definitions of a " fast, " so whatever fits your beliefs would do! I'm planning on observing it. Today is Rosen (or Shrove) Monday, tomorrow is Fat Tuesday and then Ash Wednesday and Lent officially begins! Indyrose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 8, 2011 Report Share Posted March 8, 2011 UGh! I hear you on the donut thingy - I can't handle stuff like that - and it is worse as I get older!Donna To: exercisevideos Sent: Tue, March 8, 2011 8:59:58 AMSubject: Re: Religous motivation?  I didn't want to say anything to her she tends to do things her own way anyway, if you know what I mean, and I knew there was no point in saying much, but I do agree. No clue about Fat Tuesday = pancakes. Here, near Detroit (we're 50 miles away but it is close enough) there is a large Polish community (in Hamtramck) it is also Paczki Day (leaden powdered sugar donuts filled with jelly... and made with lots of lard). I had one once and never will again. It sat in my stomach for a week undigested, I swear. Religous motivation? For practicing Christians, the season of Lent is just about on us. It is traditional to chose some sort of physical penance to practice during Lent, commemorating the 40 days of fasting Jesus did prior to Easter. This may be a good time to resolve to also fast, or do some other dietary/health related resolution that not only helps the body, but the spirit as well. Different religions has different definitions of a "fast," so whatever fits your beliefs would do! I'm planning on observing it. Today is Rosen (or Shrove) Monday, tomorrow is Fat Tuesday and then Ash Wednesday and Lent officially begins! Indyrose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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