I love Alanis!

So, I just ran across this, and I think it is outstanding. Alanis Morissette is not only a very talented singer/song writer, but she is a runner! She will be running in the Bizz Johnson Trail Marathon (www.coastaltrailruns.com/bizz_johnson) in Susanville, California on October 11, 2009 to raise money for the National Eating Disorders Association (www.nationaleatingdisorders.org). Per First Giving, "In 2008, Alanis embarked on a new health regime by shifting not only her diet, but her lifestyle as well. The plan she adopted focused mostly on nutrient awareness, finding other forms of comfort outside of food, and disease prevention: all of which collectively resulted in being healthier. While training for the marathon, Alanis decided she wanted to share her experience and, in partnering with the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA),raise awareness around peoples’ often fraught relationship with food, exercise and their bodies. All proceeds raised will go to NEDA, who equip people with the information, support and tools necessary to help combat the dangers of eating disorders."

You know, I suppose we all start running for various reasons, but to be honest, I've not given much thought to my nutritional needs, or even changing my lifestyle. Something to think about that's for sure. And, who doesn't use some sort of food/alcohol for comfort or coping mechanism? Who doesn't think of going for the Oreos or the ice cream or a cold beer when they've had a bad day. That really isn't help. Perhaps by replacing that with something more constructive, (running, reading, blogging, knitting, whatever!) and teaching our kids that and not using food as a reward, this problem would perhaps start dwindling down?