Allison and I made it - we are finished with the week-long Alberto Villoldo “Grow a New Body Program.” Here are our ponderings on the experience:

I love thinking about food as a spiritual practice. And it is.

Tomorrow, July 9, begins the 7 days of the program, which is different than the three weeks of preparation. The supplements change and the meal plan is not just about avoiding sugar and wheat but offers specific and limited intake of foods and protein over the next seven days - bringing us to July 15. The plan includes limited protein, limited carbohydrates and high in healthy fats. Fruits are limited to a small amount of berries.

“Growing a New Body” - with Alberto Villoldo’s book, is a sacred act. My tummy is where I held my fear - ever since I was a little girl - it’s time to nourish it back to health.

I navigated the grocery store. I sadly had to let my favorite oatmilk go and find one with no sugar.

I have been successful in eating well in the past, but after the launch of my memoir - the witch (who I thought I had lost for good) stepped out of the forest, offering me sweets - coaxing me into her house made of candy - for relief - and I followed. I thought I would stay for a day or two - but had trouble finding the door. And now, a few months later, I’m ready to push the sugary witch into the oven - for the last time.

Follow your gut - Join me in growing a new body under the guidance of Alberto Villoldo’s book, “Grow a New Body.” If you follow your gut, the way I do - for direction, energy reading and decision-making- then it should be as healthy as possible.