Okay, so this is a big part of what this whole adventure is about. Me doing some sort of detoxifying, balancing of the mind-body-spirit deal to clear my head and rid myself of all sorts of crap that has been floating in my system. To get on to that healthy road after living in one of the most polluted cities in the world. And of course, to quit smoking.
I'm on Day 3 now of the non-smoking and feeling pretty good. I was on the patch, but then read Allen Carr, who says "you are a nicotine addict, smoking is not a habit, you are a drug addict... as soon as you realize that nicotine is the problem, you will rid yourself of the god-awful terrible disgusting weed thing hanging from your mouth. Smoking offers you no benefits whatsoever, it robs you of money, health and happiness. Your inability to quit is dominated by fear. You have been brainwashed by big tobacco companies, the media and your teenaged peers who were cool when they were 15, but are now just idiots for continuing to smoke". (Paraphrased)
So for the detox I'm in Kerala, the land of mangoes, jackfruit and coconut trees in south-west India. Also the birthplace of Ayurveda, the ancient science to balance the body's energy, strengthen the immune system and protect oneself against disease. I arrived this morning and got my body type tested (I am dominated by the fire-y one, go figure) and my herbal meds are prescribed. My ailments are mainly toxin build-up and also my recurring neck and shoulder issues. So I'm on a 14-day rejuvenation therapy, no meat, no alcohol, no smokes. Instead I get daily 2 hour massages, daily yoga, lots of oils, lots of herbal teas and lots of veggies.
I am here at the Manaltheeram and am in one of those huts overlooking the sea that are on the pictures. I really, really, really don't think I will regret the cash spent on these few weeks...
4 comments:
Looks heavenly...
I sure hope it works out for you! Are you taking some of your own pics? I checked out the site and it looks wonderful but I would love to see your perspective...
Love ya, sis!
How to go girl!
3 days off the weed - that's great. Keep up the good work. We quit smoking 35 years ago and it was one of the best and toughest things we ever did. Food tastes better, you will feel better and smell better too! Keep it up.
Rick
Lorra - I am so pleased that you have stopped smoking, and in such a spiritual place. Later, when the cigarette ghost appears, you will be able to return to the serenity you found there and draw strength from it. I will always remember the time I spent in an ashram in the US, I could have stayed there for ever, it was so peaceful. Enjoy every second of your stay, and learn to be "in the minute" it will support you for the rest of your life, and keep you joyful - love BABA
wow, I'm impressed. That sounds awesome. I wonder if they have anything like that here, or maybe I should travel to that place also.
GFLO
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