Get back to the basics of what being a human really is. Taking care of your family, taking care of your loved ones, taking care of yourself – whether that be mentally, physically or emotionally. In times of trouble, going back to my foundation has gotten me through that turmoil. If we want to live a simpler, happier life, we need to go back to basics and rekindle the values of empathy, tolerance, compassion, trust and love in ourselves.

I was able to spend time with my nieces again today. Being in the company of children helps me get in touch with my inner child. A lot of the decisions we make in our adult life can be traced back to trauma we experienced as a child. I have been struggling with trusting my decisions in several aspects of my life. For example, I have been fearful of choosing a companion because of my past mistakes. Being around my nieces reminds me of little Gia and who I was before I experienced the trauma that reshaped me. This is what I need in order to attract and choose a compatible mate.

The truth is I am exactly where I need to be and when I need to be. Reflecting on my childhood traumas gives me clarity on my life path and I don’t need to do anything because I am already here. So the only thing I have to do is breathe, relax and trust.

I may not trust all my decisions right now but I do know there are so many amazing things still coming my way. I can’t see them now but they will show up when the time is right and that’s when I’ll remember how much fun it is to be surprised. I choose to make the story of my life the kind of story that even the tough parts have a sort of inner beauty. It’s ultimately a happy story, where every character(no matter how wicked) is doing their best just like me.

Today’s food & workout recap:

• Breakfast: Collagen protein with 1 1/2 cups of Cheerios with almond milk (265 cals)
• Exercise: Rest day
• Brunch: 1/4 cup of Chickpeas, ahi tuna jerky (265 cals)
• Lunch: Sweet Teriyaki Salad from Subway, 1 oz, almonds, 2 Tbsp peanut butter (570 cals)
• Dinner: 2 eggs, 1/2 avocado, 1/4 cup Chickpeas (318 cals)

Total food calories for today: 1,418 = 35% Carbohydrates, 39% Fat, 26% Protein.

Time to get my beauty rest and dreams about all the amazing things coming my way.