Good morning! It's day 10 for me, and this is the last day of my first MC. I am looking forward to the process of slowly de-fasting.

Over the past couple of days, I've been thinking a lot about attachment and letting go. Perhaps letting go of food for this time has opened the way for a clearer view of some of the things in my life that food has served to block, or stuff away... I've witnessed myself letting go of various elements in my life that I hadn't been able to let go of before (worries about other people, the need to take care of someone who can't take care of themself or nurture me, hopes I've been clinging to but can't control). Letting go is LIBERATING. And a process that will remain a constant journey, I am sure.

The paradox of letting go, I guess, is that it opens up space for new things to come, rather than shutting out that which you've let go. I could see this yesterday as I went about my day... There was something different in the way I was connecting with strangers at the bookstore or on the sidewalk. I felt like people really saw me. Maybe because I wasn't hiding behind some old stuck idea of myself. OK, I am sounding way wacky. But I thought I'd offer up some food for thought :) for those of you who might be currently struggling with the MC. If you stick with it and remain open to whatever experience or wisdom might come for you, it will come. I see now why it is important to extend the fast to the recommended minimum length, and undoubtedly were I to continue longer, more clarity would come, so cheers to all of you who inspire and share the wisdom of your longer fasts. I have found this board to be really encouraging, and hearing about other people's experiences and journeys has kept me going during this cleanse. So thank you very much!

Many Blessings!

ps. no senna tea tonight, am I right?