🌠Eat Like a Superstar! $100 SBD in Prizes!🌠
Check Out Beyonce's 22 Days Challenge! Can you handle it? Enter for your chance to WIN $100 SBD!
Word on the streets is that Beyonce and Jay-Z are going plant based for 22 days! Are you going to join them?
Psychologists have studied habits in people and through their research have found that it takes 21 days to make or break a habit. That’s the key founding principle behind Queen B’s challenge and how I ended up creating this contest!
The icon who inspired me as a teeny-bopper continues to have my vote of approval! She partnered with Marco Borges, her personal trainer, to launch 22 Days Nutrition. From that, she and hubby Jay-Z began a 22 day vegan challenge which went wild all over the internet encouraging fans to join in!
With 113 million follows on Insta, she’s creating a lot of buzz! She sent out the message to her fans “44 days until Coachella!! Vegan Time!! Click the link in my bio to join me!”
I am so excited I could cry! Let me tell you why!
I’m not, never have been and hope to never be in your face, forcing my dietary/lifestyle position upon you BUT what I have had the profound opportunity to experience, in my own healing and transformation, I have this insatiable craving to help share this with others.
Quick back story from me (why am I giving so much of my SBD to this?)
About 6 years ago I was young, I had just graduated from university and life should have been peaking for me. Unfortunately the truth was that I was incredibly sick and I couldn't figure out why.
I went to doctor after doctor, specialist after specialist and they couldn't come up with a solution so they put me on medication after medication until I had a whole drawer full of pills that if I ever would have taken all together would have ended my life, then and there.
What was going on?
I was depressed and I was ready to give up. The doctors had prepared me and basically gave me the whole "We don't know how long you have" speech because they didn't know what was wrong with me!
It wasn't until I took it into my own hands and started looking into food, what I was putting into my body that things changed for me. That is where my new life began.
I donated everything in my cupboards to the local shelter and I went to the produce section. I was super-student-poor and so I did what I could. Eliminating and recording. Studying, reading, listening to my body.
Before I knew it changes were happening within me. The rest is history. For more of that story, I'll have to write another post but let the point ring clear, I saved my life by changing my diet and I hope that by me sharing this with you, that you'll be inspired to look to do the same!
Environment/Social:
With over a 900% increase in demand for vegan food last year, it's clear that the veganism is growing and there are a lot of reasons for that such as health, environment, animal rights, and social influence to name a few.
I don’t call myself an 'vegan activist.' I call myself an "Inspiration activist!"
I believe inspiration is the way to the heart and that's what I want to get to!
So,
While I am including Beyonce’s link in this post, I also invite you to check out my homemade recipes that I share here (that is my way of inspiring a change!) but also suggest roaming around the vegan tag. There are tons of amazing recipes and creations in there that will make you run to the kitchen or store to give them a try.
Here's some recent examples that you can find on my page! Click on the picture if you want the recipe! All organic, plant-based, vegan and gluten free!
So basically, you don't have the 'there's nothing to eat' excuse! 😉
Why not join the power couple of the music world on this and see how you feel?
Because I was the biggest carnivore on the planet despite the fact that I am a serious animal lover and crazy about the environment… I can tell you from first hand experience that changing my diet changed my life.
I used to be so sick the doctors told me that they couldn’t fix me. No amount of prescription fixed my pain or illness. I was depressed and I thought I should just give up.
When the idea of changing my diet came up, I thought I’d rather die. Thank whoever is up above that I changed my mind because I am living a richer, fuller, more fulfilling life than I ever would have dreamed of and it’s my mission in life to share this feeling and freedom with the world!
Let’s have our own challenge! How to play!
Tell me you are taking the challenge! Share this with your friends! We want as many people to be able to get involved as possible! 💖
With a small sheet of paper showing the date and your user name. (This proves it’s from the date you’re claiming.)
You will need 5 posts in total including the contest, tag and your food photos.
Mention this contest, tag #eatlikeasuperstar, and show your most recent meals with the username tag/date
Create a post at the end of your 22 days mentioning this post, including all of your photos of all of your meals.
I will be on standby on Discord and Steemit.chat always for any help with meals, shopping, nutritional advice, etc. If you need anything, let me know!
I believe this will change your life SO MUCH that I’m putting 100 SBD on the line!
Look, I am a nomad, I have no income outside of crypto and this very blog BUT I really want to help be the change I wish to see in the world so, have some of my hard earned SBD if you commit to this!
Prizes! 💖💖💖
1st place 50 SBD
2nd and 3rd place 25 SBD each!!
What I am looking for:
transformation
creative meals
challenges faced
funny stories
interactions with friends/family
effort put into post
commitment to sharing/helping others get involved
💖If you’ve got some more money bags hanging around and want to help support this cause, give me a shout- I am accepting donations to add to the winnings here!💖
- Sponsors will be mentioned in the post and can choose their favorite entries! 💖
I hope to see some of you join in on the fun! 😘 #eatlikeasuperstar
I truly believe we can heal ourselves through food and it is my mission in life to create and inspire delicious, mouth watering creations that are beneficial and packed full of plant based goodies to fuel our bodies, minds and lives! 💖
My heart's in charge here. I write about what I feel in the moment. What inspires me, what drives my passion. Here are some of my recent additions:
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Until next time!
Sending you love through food, travel, inspiration and epic storytime!
XO,
I am a girl of many excuses on why I can’t lose weight or make the right choice when it comes to the food I eat.... but after reading and looking Alittle more into this setup I think 22 days isn’t that bad. I am very competitive and truly do need to start a healthier lifestyle. So I am joining in on the challenge.
I am in the process of moving so I believe this will be a challenge for me in itself but could maybe help me learn how to just simply make better choices.
Let’s get it!!!! #eatlikeasuperstar
Hi @iseeyou, I was in the middle of travel so it appears I missed this! I'm so sorry and am so excited to hear that you're going to enter :)
So for me it's mid day on the 9th, the deadline was yesterday! I hope you've been taking pictures of your food ;) Can't wait to see your first post! <3
Also, here is the new post so you can follow up with the challenge :): https://steemit.com/contest/@heart-to-heart/eatlikeasuperstar-100sbd-giveaway-challenge-starts-now
It seems very interesting. I will follow you and hope for the best.
Why? It really doesn't make sense to destroy the Steem platform if you have Steem... Shit comment, self-upvote, doesn't even upvote the main post...
Sigh... This is why we can't have nice things.
Also commented to him here I might just go every day, on the 6th day, and downvote his comments and rewards, so if people use my template, or see it, and do the same, he will stop and adjust his poor behaviour quickly, and we watch his comments tab every week.
Yes, Yes, YES! FUCKING YES! Brilliant Idea, I will resteem every entry that I see. If you want to tag me in any of your entries hit me up with a tag. I have just passed 500 followers so I might just help to reach a few more people. You FUCKING ROCK @heart-to-heart. I would enter but I am already VEGAN AF!
#vgang 4 life!
This was the best comment to wake up to! You have been making me laugh on the daily with your abrupt enthusiasm @moonunit, I LOVE IT! :)
I appreciate your encouragement and support! I am really hoping we can get people to enter who are not quote "VEGAN AF" like us, yet ;)
Let's see how it goes <3 Honestly, I feel that once it's in the mind that it's possible, everything from then on becomes a magical journey to a more fulfilling and holistic life, but that's just what I have seen :) <3
We're definitely using this tag everywhere forever. #vgang!
"I wish I had of done it sooner" every new Vegan.
Honestly, If I can do anything to help with the competition or with new folks who want to go Vegan Just shout! Hola at me dog! Fnar.
You da best <3 I know I was one of those people that said what you said we say ;)
Great competition, but i'm wondering why Jay-Z and Beyonce just don't go vegan full time they have done this short term vegan thing before.
Yeah, I have no idea! I read something saying that Jay-Z has a hard time with it and therefore that could probably affect her. I don't know though, maybe this time it'll click for them =D
@heart-to-heart Hello :) I'm loving your blog. This contest idea...ROCKS!!
I've never tried going vegan, but I have certainly thought about it. This post really makes things interesting and fun. Count me in :D (this is going to be a challenge for sure). Best wishes, @splendorhub
If you need anything at all just shout! I would be more than happy to help with any questions or queries you have.
PS I used to eat 2 steaks at a time so believe we if I can do it you can too. I've never been fitter or healthier. 😉
WoW...two ???! lol This transition really needs plenty of mental preparedness lol. Thank you for the support :D
Me too -_- I hate to admit that but I used to be known for eating more than my dates... and by more, I mean more steak ughhhh. So yes, if we can do it, anyone can!
I wish u all the best on this challenge, search the vegan tag on steemit for great recipes, you can do it!
Thank you for the tip :D
Oh AWESOME! I'm super excited to hear this @splendorhub :) I never thought I would be vegan, I promise. I thought it sounded nice, I love animals and love the environment but I just thought I couldn't do it. I surprised myself with my whole new world and lifestyle and I really hope the same happens for you! Let me know if you need any coaching at any point, I'd be happy to help! <3
Thanx :) I have been looking for recipes, and have been eating tons of meat too :( lol I feel motivated to give this a try <3 Thanx again for this awesome idea.
You are so welcome! I'm excited to see your journey! =D
HI @splendorhub here is the new post for the challenge if you're still in! https://steemit.com/contest/@heart-to-heart/eatlikeasuperstar-100sbd-giveaway-challenge-starts-now
Definitely in! Great! :)
I would love to try this, but not sure if I'll manage time wise. As it is I often just eat cereal or toast when I'm rushed. It could really be beneficial as I'm menopausal and often bloated, but I hate cooking (hence cereal and toast) and work 11 hours a day. Wonder if it will work if I make a whole lot of stuff and freeze it, but that defeats the object a bit - fresh stuff is best. Also I'm quite restricted as far as ingredients are concerned, living in a small village with mostly the basics available. Jeez I sound so full of excuses! As you said, there's a week before it starts .... let me see if I can plan it. I actually have at least 4 vegan families as friends so maybe they can help ... just wish I wasn't so anti the kitchen. Anyway I've upvoted and resteemed it - step 1.
Well, @leighleigh let's start with addressing your concerns :)
Time:
I believe this is a huge problem in our society. We've got all this designed food for quick, on the go meals and they're not very good for us. That being said what we typically think to grab is usually not so healthy but if we change what we associate easy/fast with in our minds, it's much easier.
So this is a huge concern people bring up to me and I say to them, grab some veggies and hummus, that's super easy and couldn't be quicker. Just rinse the veggies and dip. You're good to go.
A lot of people like avocado toast. I don't usually do that because I am gluten free and I don't like avos haha but it's a favorite for my clients.
Cereal is hard for me. I know that some cereal might be vegan but I am not a fan of a lot of the ingredients and it's almost always accompanied with milk. I am betting you're not using orange juice in it, right? ;)
So, in that case you can sub out plant based milks or go with granola instead. You can make some at night and have it in the fridge.
Freezing stuff isn't the end of the world, not ideal but better than nothing, if it's what will help- go for it!
Ingredients:
This is a matter of perspective. I live in a small town in INDONESIA! We don't even have the same type of supermarkets most people are used to and the stores we have are limited in what I might want to put in my body. I only have 1 market a week to get my produce and I make it by so, it really comes down to commitment. Don't be deterred by this point :)
You've started part 1, I hope this helps lead you into part 2 ;)
Good luck <3
Thanks for the advice! I love avos and have 2 trees in my garden, how awesome is that! Although this year they are not producing much (they go through cycles). I also like hummus, and love fruit and veggies. I can go without meat, it's the dairy I battle with. I love cheese and yoghurt! I think I just love food, especially if someone else makes it :) I've gone through so many different stages over the years, following different diets etc. Thanks for the encouragement, I hope I can get my act together this week.
Oh wow! See?! You're already part of the way there! A lot of people would only dream of having a fruit producing tree right in their back yard! I have seedlings of avos but they're a far way off from my plate ;)
OK so, I know you feel rushed for time but if cheese and dairy are a problem, there are tons of premade vegan sources which you can either try to order online or you could check out some recipes, they're super easy and yo just throw them in the fridge and eat them when a craving comes! I have tons of cheese recipes and have one on hand in general at all times in the fridge ;)
I'm hoping you are able to find a way to make it work! I know dairy can be the hardest, most addictive part but it's also proven to be one of the harder things on our bodies and environment so it's incredible if substitutions can take up the slack :)
There's some great vegan recipes just here on steemit, some are super simple. Red lentils are just so quick to make, just require rinsing check this out https://steemit.com/vegan/@celestialcow/rapid-and-fresh-meal-no-hassel-minimal-preparation-one-pot-super-easy-lazy-vegan. For breakfast make warm porridge and Banana or soak your oats the night before to eat them cold. Get your hands on nuts and dried fruits to snack on the go. Having fresh fruits on hand is a great booster. What can you buy in your small village? I was staying in a small village recently the fresh veg was a bit limiting but they did have a health food section in the super, go for alternative and whole grain things, for example pasta is a quick and easy dish u can add veg too. Can you order online? If u are menopausal look into drinking maca or honey Bush tea.
Thanks for jumping in here @celestialcow ;)
Hello friend, I want to tell you many things: First, I am very happy that you have healed, I am a believer that food is health, your story is a wonderful example. I have read the post several times and the idea has been spinning in my head .I cook vegan food for my clients, I sell vegan and gluten-free food for stores in my country, I love cooking vegan food, but I'm not vegan yet. It's not that I do not want to be, my diet is vegetarian and for some excuses I fall into the trap and confess I feel bad. I would like to make this challenge to show me that this time I can do it, I want to try 100%. When this list I will do Resteem. I only have one question, is it a daily publication? or one a week with all the meals of the week? Thanks for telling us your story. 😘😘
Thank you for your wonderful response! I'm really looking forward to seeing you participate. It sounds like you have all the makings in your life to have this be a successful challenge for you! I know many people worry about what to make- you already make it so you're more than half way there :)
Everyone has excuses to do things they love and for many of us, we have a strong relationship to the food we grew up with and it takes a motivator to have us try a different way. I hope this contest ends up being yours :)
My story is actually quite deep, I have been considering trying to post it to help motivate people to really put effort into this contest ;)
I appreciate that you understand the healing of food and I believe you can do this- not only that but I believe you can change because the want is already there and now you have an excuse ;) <3
That is really good news and will surely encourage some conscious thinking.
By occasion I found that peta is mailing free 2 week vegan meal plans:
https://www.peta.org/living/food/free-vegan-starter-kit/
Orderd my kit as some of the recipes look really delicious, but thats it, I already have a dozen of vegan cookbooks and another dozen in ebooks, enough recipes for a lifetime:)
That's awesome, I saw that a little while ago too and was thinking about ordering it just for inspiration :)
Let me know what you think about it when you get it and also, thanks for sharing it here! I'm sure it'll help inspire people thinking about taking the challenge!
I will, i may also post all or some of the recipes here on steemit.
Awesome =D Can't wait!
Oh my holy vegan god!!!! I can't tell you how moved, happy and excited I am about this contest.
I'm so freaking proud of you for doing this.
Resteeming to spread the word.
You rock! Lots of hugs and kisses to you ❤❤
Awww thanks so much @nicoleslife <3 I feel the same way! I am so excited! I have been trying to figure out a way to do this bigger and better for a while, I really hope people join in :)
I really appreciate the love! =D
I'm sure a lot of people will join 😊 I'll make sure to try and spread the word as much as I can 😊❤
Thanks girl! :)
Wow you take this to the next level! I am dancing of joy, seeing what you are going here! I am already a vegan otherwise I would love to join!😉🤗😍🙌🙌💃💃💃💃Good luck to all you who will participate! ❤❤❤❤💘💘💘💘
You??!... a vegan? Jeeze... I would have never guessed that ;) I am really excited too! I tried everything I could to get this contest out there so I really hope we get some people joining us, it'll be really fun to see :)
Thank you for all of the love :)
Oh I am sure some will join in! And you really set up a great price hehe!😉😍
Hahaha my whole rent for the month actually but I really wanted to encourage people to actually try ;) <3
Yeaa thats such a great thing to do my sweetheart! Do you celebrate Easter? Wish you a beautiful start into the new week!😍😙💕💕💕
No I don't! My family wouldn't approve of that but at the same time I don't approve of their turkey on the center of the table ;) I've just tried to start my own traditions but I did a nice meal here on Easter Sunday just to appreciate the love and community of it! Did you do anything special?