Written by: Saira Ahmad, Executive Contributor
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Have you been living in a state of Groundhog Day, knowing that deep within you there is a feeling that you should be doing something more but not sure what it is, or even where to begin to find out?
Feeling stuck
This was me for many years, in the same department in my corporate job, feeling that I was just on the hamster wheel, and this was it. My world soon turned upside down with a breakdown of my relationship which led me to move out of my home with my 2-year-old daughter, 3 weeks before the world stopped (literally) and went into lockdown. Which was on my birthday I kid you not, a day to remember.
This was the Tower card from the Tarot playing out at its best, although, a reminder that the foundation on which I was living my life was not strong enough to begin with and that it would need to be rebuilt, which is exactly what I did. However, I did not expect that this would lead to a chain of synchronistic events that would put me on the path of my soul's purpose.
The fasting approach
I have always classed myself as "Spiritual" and open-minded, and when lockdown happened my spiritual path started to deepen. One evening I settled to watch a YouTube video on a channel I follow, and they had a special guest called Josh who has a community called xfamily unity he was promoting a 21-day juice fast over winter solstice and wanted to offer this out for others to join.
I couldn't quite believe what I was hearing, can anyone go that long without food I said to myself?!
Dumfounded that this was a thing and I honestly thought it was crazy, however, my curiosity started to pull me in. Josh shared what the benefits would be, with an increase in vibration, mental cognition, gut health, digestion healing, and many other benefits. It was recommended to do a 72-hour fast if 21 days was too long, and I thought to myself I could try and do 72 hours. All I knew was that I had to experience this myself as I wanted to raise my vibration ready for winter solstice which is a powerful energetic time of the year.
My fasting experience
To my surprise, I completed the whole 21 days of juicing where I consumed only oranges around 3-4 liters a day, and then followed it by completing 3 days of water and finished the fast on 24th December 2020.
Having a community supporting and cheering you on each day certainly helped with completing the fast. I cannot emphasize enough how important it is to have support that can help keep you on track and dedicated when it times get tough.
How this led me to my soul purpose work
For me, this fast was geared more towards spiritual reasons rather than health, however, I know that healing took place on a cellular level that allowed me to step into my purpose work. It freed up so much within my body releasing unwanted emotions, toxins, parasites, and bacteria and therefore created more space in the mind & body for me to hear the guidance of my soul's calling and consciously follow the breadcrumbs with more ease and grace.
Everything happened organically that led me to become a doula, and then get trained as an energy healer and tarot reader. I am also a Holistic practitioner and partner with a company called Synergy that focuses on health, wellness, and nutrition. This would not have happened if I hadn't taken the leap of faith to experience the juice fast and reap the benefits.
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Fasting benefits
Removed caffeine and sugar cravings
Cleared brain fog
Clearer mental clarity
Heightened intuition
Increased positive thoughts and outlook
Peace of mind
Increased Energy
Better Sleep
Microbiome reset
Cleaned GI tract
Healed Gut lining
Weight Loss
These are just a few of the experiences I had with extended fasting, and you will too, however, the timeline may differ slightly depending on what diet you have come from.
There will be periods of candida die-off between 2-7 days, which is when toxins are being released from the body.
If you would like me to support/coach you through an extended or short fast please reach out to saira@myhighhpriestess.co.uk
One thing that is not talked about enough is the refeeding process after any fast, as this needs to be done with patience and care, and it's not always easy.
I have done many fasts, and this is part of my lifestyle now where I do an extended fast usually twice a year around winter and summer solstice and hold groups.
When I am not fasting, I follow predominately a raw vegan lifestyle and this has been an amazing transition over the years as it has brought me into a place of really knowing myself on a deeper level. I can now listen to my intuition and follow the guidance with more ease and grace.
As I am writing this, I am on day 21 /40 of a juice fast. If you would like to know why I have chosen to do a 40-day fast check out my YouTube video and my video on my 5 fasting tips.
I offer free health MOT's which will show you which areas of your bodily systems are weak and need assistance, and I can therefore support you with strengthening those systems.
I offer a 21 day Gut Microbiome Programme to nourish and re-feed gut microbes. ‘As seen on channel 4’s How Healthy is your Gut’ I recommend booking a Free health MOT with me before purchasing the programme, however you can check out the details here for more info Purify Kit (synergyworldwide.com)
For any of my other services as a Doula, Healer, Tarot reader you can go here or email saira@myhighpriestess.co.uk or my other socials
Saira Ahmad, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine
Saira Ahmad is a Holistic Practitioner, who offers services as a Doula, Healer, Tarot Reader. Her passion is to support her clients with bringing balance, emotionally, physically, mentally, & spiritually. Saira's transformation started by doing a 21 day Juice fast, followed by 3 days of water, which led her on a journey of expansion & created the path to step into her purpose work, where she now lives a soul-led life as a Raw Vegan. Saira's focus is to "Support the Divine Feminine with birthing the new human in a gentle loving way" & to "Build a strong foundation of support & create loving authentic connections that focus on health & well-being and how to truly thrive"
