An Unpopular Decision

Just about the time I made the decision to get my health back and started this blog, I came down with a case of bronchitis that is just not going away!

The doctor initially prescribed antibiotics for one week and when that didn't help he prescribed another two weeks worth.  Three weeks worth of antibiotics and I'm still sick.  So a couple of days ago I made the decision to quit taking the medicine and will not be returning to the doctor.  This is a very unpopular decision with my family and friends.

I have stated before that there was a time in my life when I was very healthy. During that period I practiced meditation and yoga, I ate natural, healthy food and I exercised daily.  That all came to an end 5 years ago when we made a relocation back to Indiana and I fell into a mild depression.  I created the unhealthy situation that I find myself in and I believe this illness is my wake up call.

You see, deep inside, I believe that our bodies were made to heal themselves.  Yes, western medicine does have a place in assisting the body along but when illness lingers like this, I tend to think the healing properties we are naturally born with are "stuck".  The antibiotics have done all they can, it's up to me to help move myself towards wellness.

Luckily I have already begun eating healthy and cut all "junk" food from my life.  I have also begun taking 2000 mg of Vitamin C daily and started meditating daily again.  On my lunch hour today I put on my tennis shoes and did a slow walk around campus.  I felt like the sunshine and the beauty of the campus would do me good. 

My blog is focused on regaining my health and so, in addition to my weight loss, I'm setting new goals that will include incorporating meditation, vitamins, exercise and a general focus on my mind and spirit as well as my body. 

It's an unpopular decision with my family but one I know my online friends will support.