master cleanse

MC I missed you! I’m drinking my SW as I type this entry and it’s as yucky as ever ;) I still can’t believe this is the 4th time I am doing the cleanse. Since I’ve only ever done the 10-day cleanse I am considering pushing it to 14 this time…I guess we’ll see. I am always a little apprehensive before I start—thinking about birthdays and holidays and what I will be sitting out on. But then I remember that it’s never really been that much of an issue since I can still go out with my LA in tow and most people don’t even notice. Good luck everyone!

So this is my third time doing the cleanse. It seems that my friends/family/boyfriend are more baffled now than the first time as to why I would “voluntarily starve myself”. While I experienced many benefits the first and second time I cleansed, I think the ultimate answer to why I am cleansing is control. I like the idea of doing something that seems impossible to most people. I like the challenge followed by the feeling of accomplishment. How can I be so motivated about the cleanse and not about finding a new job?

Feeling good today. I am usually groggy in the morning and depend on my Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf to wake me up but now I bounce out of bed…early. Hope this energy lasts.

I have lots of energy but am still feeling very weak. Also I’m getting really bad cramps from the tea…thinking about just doing the SWF since it seems to have no side effects for me. I’m slightly nervous going into the weekend. Not because I think I will cheat but it will be more challenging since I spend the weekends with my bf and he will be eating, smoking, maybe drinking too. Not to mention the fact that right now I am spending a lot of time in the bathroom. With that and the weakness I’m not even sure I could make it through a movie. Any advice for going out while on the cleanse?

I did my first cleanse back in Dec/Jan last year and had such a great experience I decided to do it again. Forgot how much I was peeing last time and how I was always cold. But today I’m prepared, with a sweater and Depends… no, not really. One of the girls at work started the same day as me. Hopefully she’ll follow through; it’s much easier having a partner.

Yesterday was my day 10, so today I am drinking watered down OJ and for all my tastebuds remember of life before lemonade it might as well be nectar. I was so excited to go shopping at Whole Foods today and bought tons of organic fruits and veggies. I know it’s a few more days but I can’t wait to chew again.

For all of those still on the cleanse – power through it. I had such a great experience inside and out, I feel so empowered, not to mention how great I look (skin, losing a couple holiday pounds, and I can’t stop smiling). While I was alredy a vegetarian, I now feel motivated to eat more organic, raw and vegan foods, just the thought of eating something processed makes me feel guilty. Don’t quit – it is SOOO worth it!

Still truckin’! Not sure if tomorrow will be my last day or not. I had originally planned on only doing 10 days, but am considering going a bit longer now. The only major obstacle is the lax tea, It gives me severe, debilitating cramps – but after I eliminate, I’m fine. Any marathon cleansers out there or are most people just doing 10 days?

My teeth are so sensitive – definitely no more Listerine until I’m done with the cleanse! I guess drinking glorified sugar water all day doesn’t help.

I woke up at 3am this morning and couldn’t get back to sleep. Now I’ve been at work all day and I’m not even tired. Has anyone else turned into a zombie or heard of this happening on MC?

In other news tonight is my friend’s Day 10 and after developing a strong aversion to the LA (she drank half of it this morning before throwing up), has decided it will also be her last day :(

My jaw has been sore for a couple days now, I think it’s atrophy! I seriously need to chew something but I guess I’ll try not to think about it.