The Healing Journey – Conquering Resentment Through the Power of Nutrition

Feeling weighed down by resentment and searching for a path to healing? Tune in as Daniel "The Bud" Nelson shares his transformative journey of sobriety and how embracing the power of mindful eating played a pivotal role in his recovery. Through heartfelt storytelling, Daniel opens up about his battles with anger, fear, and the heavy emotions that accompanied his decision to get sober. He explores how the simple yet profound changes in his diet, especially his go-to liver-loving salad, became a cornerstone of his healing process—helping him nurture his body and soul.

This episode offers more than just recipes; it's a guide to holistic wellness, emphasizing the importance of self-care rituals and the liberating act of self-forgiveness. Daniel invites listeners to incorporate small, impactful changes in their routines, like adding green shakes or trying out healing salads from his book "77 Green Recipes for Sobriety and Healing." Whether you're on a sobriety journey or seeking a healthier lifestyle, Daniel provides encouragement and support, reminding you that each healthy choice is a victory. Share your culinary adventures with Daniel on social media and join this uplifting community committed to choosing life and wellness every day.

Transcript

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Welcome everyone to today's episode of the Healing Journey. I'm your host, daniel, the Bud Nelson, and I'm so glad you're here with me. Today we're diving into something deeply personal Sobriety, healing and the unexpected role that food played in my recovery. I know many of you listening might be dealing with some heavy emotions, like resentment, on your journey. Let me tell you, I've been there. I understand how much it can weigh you down.

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When I first decided to get sober, I was filled with a mix of determination and fear. I realized I had a lot of unresolved resentment towards others, myself, even towards life in general. I knew that to truly heal, I had to confront these feelings and find healthy ways to release them. It wasn't easy, but one of the things that helped me was making a big lifestyle change, starting with what I put in my body. One recipe that became a staple for me was the liver-loving salad from my 77 green recipes for sobriety and healing book. It's a sample mix that includes baby spinach, sliced beets, radishes, avocado and fresh parsley, topped with a bit of lemon juice and olive oil. This salad isn't just about eating your greens. It's about nurturing your body with ingredients to support detoxification and healing, particularly for the liver, which often bears the brunt of our past habits. You know, it wasn't about the food itself, it was about the ritual.

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Preparing these meals, knowing they were helping me cleanse from the inside out, gave me a sense of control and purpose. It became a form of self-care, almost like a meditation. Every meal that prepared was a step towards my health and well-being, a reminder that I was choosing life and healing over pain and numbness. Resentment though, that was a tough one. I realized that holding on to it was like drinking poison and expecting someone else to suffer. It wasn't until I started practicing mindfulness and self-forgiveness that I noticed the weight lifting. I would meditate, journal and even just take long walks to clear my mind. Just take long walks to clear my mind. These practices, combined with a nurturing diet, help me face my emotions without being overwhelmed.

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I want to encourage you, whether you're just starting your journey or you've been in the path for a while, to explore small changes that can make a big difference. Try adding a green shake to your morning routine, or make a simple healing salad, like liver loving salad. You can find this recipe and many more in my book 77 Green Recipes for Sobriety and Healing, which is filled with recipes designed to support you, body and soul. Remember, healing is a holistic process. It's not just about giving up something harmful. It's about embracing something good for you. Every day sober is a victory and each healthy choice you make is a step forward. You're not alone. I'm here with you every step of the way. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the Healing Journey on Absolutely Focused Radio Podcast. If you found today's discussion helpful, please share it with somebody who might need to hear it, and if you try out any of these recipes, tag me on social media. I'd love to see your creations. Until next time, stay strong, stay healthy and keep choosing life. Stay awesome and blessed.