by natalie horne
Body, mind and soul. They are undeniably interconnected and their conditions are dependent on one another. A healthy body is not a requirement for faith and intimacy with God, but I’ve found in my experience that when I care for the basic needs of my body, my spiritual life flourishes. What we eat, whether or not we exercise, and what we do in our free time can all help or hinder our relationship with the Lord. I can say with confidence from a God-given place of wholeness in Christ, there is a very real tie between my physical wellness and the state of my soul.
Catching Elephant is a theme by Andy Taylor
day 1: describe your guilty pleasure
Guilty pleasure? Definitely dark chocolate.
I love chocolate. I crave chocolate. Literally every day. When I have a chocolate craving, nothing else will satisfy. But fortunately, researchers have found many benefits of consuming dark chocolate frequently, if not daily :]
- It lowers your blood pressure and cholesterol.
- It’s full of antioxidants, which prevent cancer.
- It stimulates endorphin production, which makes you feel happy.
- It contains serotonin, which acts as an anti-depressant.
- It tastes good, which makes you smile.
While it does feel like a guilty pleasure, when consumed in moderation, it becomes an innocent, delightful pleasure that is part of taking care of my healthy body.
What’s your guilty pleasure?
