Ep #98 - Discomfort on Purpose: What a 7-Day Fast Taught Me

Brave, calm, and a little bit hungry. In this episode I share why I chose a 7-day fast and what sitting in deliberate discomfort taught me about control, calm, and getting life done without the constant rush. We talk practical planning (decisions made ahead of time = peace), how to meet urges with compassion, and why women should consider their cycle and hormones if they choose to fast. This isn’t about perfection or punishment — it’s about self-trust, clarity and creating ease on purpose.

In this episode:

• Why “discomfort on purpose” builds confidence (and how to do it safely)
• The mindset that makes fasting (or any hard thing) simpler
• Planning ahead so your future self has an easier day
• Urges, triggers and the skill of pausing without drama
• Women’s hormones, cycles and why context matters
• Kindness, always: doing hard things without the self-bullying

Take this with you:

• You don’t need to be comfortable to be okay.
• Decide once, support yourself often.
• Compassion beats willpower, every time.

Note: This episode is for inspiration only.  NOT educational and NOT medical advice. I'm purely sharing my experience. If you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, have a history of disordered eating, or any medical condition, please speak to your GP first before fasting. It isn't for everyone. 

If this helped, share it with a friend who’s feeling overwhelmed.

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