How to Stay Motivated When Fasting

As with any detoxification of the body, fasting can conjure up a lot of emotions for its participants. It can often times be difficult as the body does go through withdrawals, therefore forcing the person fasting to focus on the actual hunger of the body as well as the pain, whether mental or physical, that accompanies some detox programs (the mind tends to trick us into thinking that the program we are participating in is more difficult than it is). It can be hard to stay motivated during fasting, but once you start to focus on the transformation the body is going through it can be a much easier process. This is due to the body itself, as once it is in fasting mode it becomes accustomed to going without food for a few days.Ways to stay motivated while fasting.

Ways to stay motivated while fasting

There are certain ways to stay motivated while fasting, but one of the most important leading up to the fast is to remember to gear up mentally and spiritually for the fast. Specify a specific time frame for the fast – set a specific goal and stick to it. Make up your mind before you even start the fast that you are going to finish the fast; that you are strong enough to endure the “pain” of the fast and mentally prepared to focus on the process. Anticipate your weaknesses beforehand and begin to think of how to deal with them. In the days leading up to the fast, cut back on the food that you eat. Eating lightly shrinks the stomach, and will reduce the annoying hunger pains felt during the first few days of the fast.

Another important aspect of preparing for a fast is to have a focus. This focus can be spiritual if it needs be, or it can be as simple as setting intentions for what you hope the fast accomplishes. Having a focus will keep you motivated in the fast and also function as a reminder for why you started the fast in the first place.

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