Sometimes You Just Need to Get Back to Yourself

Let me be honest with y’all for a minute.

This past weekend, I was out and about having fun with colleagues!

I was at a mastermind experience held at a restaurant...

The food was flowing and it was good!

I was enjoying myself, spending time and chatting it up, eating things that were deliciously decadent.

When the waiter came and asked, "Who wants a second round?" My hands flew up immediately. I knew I had no business eating that smokey creamy corn, fried Brussel sprouts...I even got out of pocket and had some fried lobster pieces...shameless.

Y'all, when I tell you this food was good, but I hand no business messing with it, I aint lying.

I was just doing all the things if you know what I mean.

Later that night, I had a splitting headache.

When I checked my numbers...My blood pressure numbers.

They were a through the roof!

That moment really made me stop.

Not because I needed to beat myself up. Not because I needed to feel guilty.

It was simply a reminder:

Gurrrrl, you know better. What you doin? You betta Come on back!

And that’s what I want to talk about this week.

Because I’m out here doing this work with y’all, know that I slip up from time to time.

I’m human too.

Life happens to me too.

I make decisions to just live in the moment and enjoy things even when I know they are not serving me.

I get busy.

I get distracted.

I get thrown off my routine.

Sometimes I get away from the very things I know help me feel my best.

And I know I’m not the only one.

Maybe you’ve been working, taking care of everybody, going to events, traveling, celebrating, spending time with family, or simply trying to make it through a busy week.

And somewhere along the way, you stopped doing the things that were helping you feel your best.

Maybe you stopped cooking.

Maybe you started grabbing whatever was easiest.

Maybe you stopped moving your body.

Maybe you stopped making time for yourself.

Maybe you got bored and quietly gave up a bit.

And before you know it, you’re looking around thinking, “How did I get here?”

I get it.

But here’s what I’m reminding myself and you:

You don’t have to stay there. ❤️

The work isn’t about being perfect.

The work is about noticing when something isn’t serving you anymore and being willing to let it go.

Sometimes that means letting go of certain foods.

Sometimes it means letting go of habits that don't elevate you but that keep you stuck.

Sometimes it means letting go of the excuses we’ve been using to stay comfortable.

And sometimes, it means admitting that we need support.

That’s something I’ve been thinking about deeply.

I’m creating a community because I believe we need each other.

Not because I have everything figured out.

But because I need community too.

We need people we can ask questions with. People we can be honest with. People who understand what it feels like to start again. People who can encourage us when we’re struggling and celebrate us when we make progress. 🥹💛

You should not have to figure out your wellness journey by yourself.

And sometimes, just being able to say “Gurrrrl, this is what I’m struggling with” to someone who understands can make the weight feel a little lighter.

So I want to ask you something.

💭 What kind of support do YOU need right now?

What would help you become a more elevated version of yourself?

Do you need accountability?

More confidence in the kitchen?

Help figuring out what to cook?

A community that understands?

Keeping your biometrics and wellness numbers in check?

Someone to encourage you when you fall off?

Or maybe you simply need a safe place to say, “I’m struggling, and I want to get back on track.”

Whatever it is, I want to hear from you.

Hit reply and tell me. 💛

I’m genuinely curious about what you need right now, because I want to understand how I can support you.

And if you’ve gotten off your path lately, don’t let that become the reason you stop walking.

Come back to yourself.

One meal.

One choice.

One day.

One step at a time. 🌱✨

I’m walking this road with you.

 

🌱 LET’S BECOME SOMETHING NEW TOGETHER!

We’re hosting a FREE LIVE COOKING CLASS on Sunday, August 30th at 2:00 PM EST and will share information about the upcoming community that we are building! 🎉

If you’re ready to:

✨ Let go of the excuses
✨ Learn how to cook for yourself and your family
✨ Build your confidence in the kitchen
✨ Reclaim your wellness
✨ Start becoming the person you know you were meant to be

Then this class is for you! 💛

Sunday, August 30th | 2:00 PM EST | FREE LIVE COOKING CLASS

Come sit with me. Let’s talk about what’s possible when you stop standing in your own way and decide to create something new for yourself.

I’m Ready to Reclaim My Wellness

Thank you for being part of this journey with us. Your health, satisfaction, and trust mean the world to us. I hope to see you on Sunday!

WORK WITH US!

Changing your diet and getting on track can be tough. If you are looking to eat and be healthier but not sure where to start, consider scheduling a BE WELL DISCOVERY CALL to get clarity on your next steps. We are looking forward to supporting you.

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Much love, Essentially Chef Beee 🌱

Your Lifestyle Medicine Health Coach & Plant-Based Chef