Recently, I saw a post on Instagram that sums up everything I’ve been thinking.
Lindsay Reed is an ER nurse and graciously gave me permission to share her words with you:
“I may not have known what was in that hotdog or soda I had as a kid, or what was in the bright orange powder on the Doritos I loved so much, or even what was in the shots I received at my childhood well visits …
“At one point, I didn’t know what was in the Tylenol or Motrin I’d take for aches and pains, plus you’d never find me checking ingredients in my lotion, soaps, deodorant or makeup. I also didn’t think twice about dousing my home in chemicals thinking (hoping) it would keep us ‘healthy.’
“But here’s the thing — time changes people. Experience changes people. Knowledge changes people. Back then, I didn’t know what I didn’t know. But now? Now, I know, so I choose differently.
“Ignorance truly is bliss and knowledge is power, friends. Once you know something, you can’t ‘un-know’ it. So when someone decides to follow a particular workout plan, eliminate something from their diet, avoid certain products or medications, or alters their lifestyle in some way, there’s a real reason for it.
“And while you get to decide what’s important to you and what you may (or may not) be willing to compromise on when it comes to your health and lifestyle, remember, the ‘I’ve done it - ate it - use it - injected it - my whole life and I’m fine’ attitude isn’t the only way to live. Some people want more; they want better than ‘fine.’
“So the next time someone makes a choice that differs from your own, try meeting them with an open mind and a listening ear instead of with judgement and criticism. You just might learn something you never knew you needed to hear.”
Lindsay’s thoughts are so similar to my own. Ten years ago, I didn’t think twice about the ingredients in the bread at a certain sandwich chain. But after I learned about it, I taught myself to bake my own bread and make other foods from scratch. Six years ago, though I didn’t necessarily love taking medications, I didn’t think twice about it if I needed to. After learning just how toxic and damaging pharmaceuticals are, I now know the value of the medicinal qualities of plants and how to give my body what it needs to do what God created it to do — heal itself. Five years ago, I assumed the cleaners, lotions, soaps, etc. on the shelves were safe, that some entity was actually checking their safety. Then, I learned better and committed to the complete elimination of all fragrance (among other things) from my home. A few years ago, I didn’t comprehend the effect of a cluttered home on my mental health. Now, I thrive in a more minimalist environment and don’t bring unnecessary items into my home.
These are only a small portion of the changes I’ve made that have given me better health than I thought possible. Many people question my reasons. They’ve eaten the bread, taken the pills and shots, used the cleaners and shampoos and makeup, surrounded themselves with all the things … and they’re just fine, right? Why do I go to such lengths?
There’s no way I can really explain it to them. You can’t understand how good it feels until you’ve been on the other side. When three headaches a week is your normal, you can’t truly picture life without them. When you need a nap every afternoon, you can’t comprehend what it feels like to have all the energy you need. You don’t realize how stressed you were until you start to experience peace.
It’s truly a journey you must take in faith. And if you don’t personally choose to take it, that’s fine; it’s your choice.
But we need to come to a place where people who discover amazing health for themselves are no longer ridiculed for their decisions.
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