Beauty is one of our most sacred possessions.

It is not guaranteed; instead, it is earned. As with anything earned, thought, strategy and effort come into play. True beauty comes within or from the inside out. Yet, many people look for the fountain of youth from the outside through creams, injections, peels, etc. This approach is reminiscent of a modern medical tactic of focusing on the symptom rather than the cause.

Think of a time when you have felt the most beautiful. What a wonderful feeling. It is magical, as if you are looking at the world through rose- colored glasses and nothing can break them. Do you constantly feel this level of satisfaction?

If you answered no, what are you doing or not doing that is preventing you from feeling the magic all the time? Thoughts and actions define our beauty blueprint. Our blueprint is determined by how grounded we are and how well we balance our world; mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

When we are in this magical state, we have a great sense of appreciation. The more beauty we see in the world, greater is the ability to heal and find joy in everything we do. The expression “you are as young as you heal” best exemplifies this sensation.

We are blessed with bodies that are a work in progress. We can use the power of the mind, good food, and exercise to mold and sculpt our bodies. Making changes to how we feed ourselves on all levels; mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually, can enrich our beauty blueprint.

Understanding that our outer appearance is a direct reflection of our inner cleanliness is also of upmost importance. Consuming the right foods plays a significant role in the healing process, allowing us to get down to every cell and really transform ourselves. Enhancing our beauty and longevity blueprint is about what we put in our mouth, specifically eating highly mineralized living whole foods. Living foods with high concentrations of minerals sets the stage for healthy skin, nails, hair, and internal connective tissue. Super mineralized foods also help restore mineral density to bones and teeth. Making sure to include high quality fats and oils in your diet helps restore elasticity to the tissues. Green leafy vegetables are also vital for fiber and alkalinity, helping to keep us clean on the inside.

Nourishing and feeding our cells with good food sparks our system to glow. Think of the glow of a pregnant woman. When our bodies are in balance and in a harmonious state, we just emanate beauty. What is your beauty blueprint?

Jeanette Sousa