My Day At Yogaville
Coffee With Kay
Day 14 of my 90 Day Challenge—at Yogaville, where they serve no eggs & no meat. Last night was pretty easy, but breakfast this morning had few options but fruit. So there I had it, a huge bowl of fruit. The Mandala Cafe didn’t open until 9:00 so I’d been awake for meditation, yoga and had eaten breakfast before I had my coffee. I took my own mug in already loaded with the creamer I’d brought with me. It’s only been two weeks and I’m not missing my honey and half and half at all anymore. These coconut creamers I’ve found are just fine. I like the Nutpods for home, but the powdered creamers I brought with me are great for travel! Even though food was a little bit challenging, I am so glad that I’m here. I’ve had a wonderful time!
Breakfast:
Yep, breakfast was a big bowl of fruit. There was a big table with cutting boards so we could cut up our own fruit. Apple, banana and grapefruit were offered, and I had some of each. Then I topped my fruit bowl with raisins, cinnamon and orange juice. Aside from the fruit, only breads, cereals and sweeteners were available. None of those for me today, thank you. I thought to myself, “Whoa, this is a LOT of Carbs!” Basically, no protein & no fats at this meal.
So where are the Macro Nutrients in this meal? Protein: No significant source of protein; Fats: No significant source of fat; Carbohydrate: Everything in that bowl!
The Lotus Temple
Before lunch I took a hike to the Yogaville Lotus Temple. It is a sight to behold, indeed. Everything on the property is well cared for and maintained. I didn’t spot a weed or a dusty spot anywhere. The temple was no different. Everything about it was masterfully done. I’d always thought that the name, Yogaville, is a little corny and I certainly had no idea that that cotton candy colored dome was such a masterfully designed piece of architecture meant to honor all paths to the truth. “One Truth, Many Paths.” Bells ring for the daily meditations, and it is asked that once the bells have stopped that no one enter to disturb those meditating inside the temple. I barely arrived at the temple in time to take my seat for meditation.
Lunch
Okay, I totally manifested my way back to lunch! I was about to miss lunch after meditation and exploring the Lotus Temple. After hiking through the woods, and only fruit for breakfast I was hungry and definitely didn’t want to miss lunch! The only way I was going to make it was going to be to hitch a ride. I had chosen to hike to the temple, not knowing how long it would take me. There is an option to drive. When I headed back to the Sivinanda Center I knew that if I hiked the whole way back, lunch would be over by the time I arrived. Once I had the thought that I needed a ride, the second car that passed me slowed and asked me if I would prefer to walk, or would I like a ride back. Again, the Macro Nutrients were off … Protein: No significant source of protein; Fats: Salad Dressing; Carbohydrate: Lots and lots of vegetables!
My trip home took me past dinner and I didn’t have a plan or any back ups … when I got home I was over-hungry & had a little bit of this and a little bit of that, which really wasn’t a very good idea. Right before bed I had one of my favorite treats, a mint-chocolate RxBar. So we’ll see in the morning my results for week 2, and if my trip to Yogaville interfered with my results. Actually, I usually tell clients that when they are traveling or having other “life” challenges that their goal is to maintain through that period.
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