The Power of Fasting and a Carnivore Diet
Today, I’m reflecting on the idea that a life filled with vitality is the only life worth living. After fasting all day and following a strict carnivore diet for the past two years, I’ve experienced a profound clarity and vigor. This lifestyle, rooted in primal practices I encountered during my travels from Jerusalem to Jericho and in Zambia, emphasizes the importance of sacrifice, fasting, and communal feasting on meat.
The Story of Eid al-Adha in Jericho
While traveling the road from Jerusalem to Jericho, the lowest and oldest inhabited city in the world, I witnessed the celebration of Eid al-Adha. This biblical event, rooted in the Old Testament, revolves around the notion of sacrifice. During my time there, hundreds of sheep were slaughtered, filling the air with the stench of blood and the cries of sheep. The community fasted all day, and when the sun set, they gathered to feast on the meat. This communal sacrifice and fasting intrigued me deeply, teaching me the primal way of living that I’ve now adopted.
My Initiation into the Bemba Tribe
Another profound experience came during my time as a Peace Corps volunteer in Zambia, Africa. When I arrived in my village to work with the Department of Fisheries on aquaculture projects, I was initiated as a surrogate member of the Bemba tribe. A goat was hung from a tree, and I was handed a knife to slaughter it. This ritual marked my initiation, and the meat from that goat sustained us for the next week. This experience reinforced the importance of communal feasting and the deep connection between sacrifice and vitality.
Escaping Modern Domestication
In contrast to these primal practices, modern urban life has domesticated us, much like zoo animals. We spend most of our time indoors, snacking on processed foods from vending machines and fast-food outlets. This lifestyle inevitably leads to a decline in our physiology, health, and vitality. We’ve become too comfortable, seeking pleasure without making meaningful sacrifices. However, through fasting, I’ve found a way to remain laser-focused, with sharp visual acuity and enhanced intuition, unclouded by the fog of constant digestion.
The Body as a Battery
Our bodies, much like batteries, are charged by the sun and fueled by the nutrients in meat. This connection between our diet, sunlight, and vitality leads to a more energized life, free from the decline brought on by modern eating habits. When we consume more cholesterol through red meat and expose ourselves to sunlight, our bodies synthesize vitamin D, boosting testosterone and overall vitality.
Simplifying Life for Greater Freedom
By simplifying our lives, getting enough rest, and aligning with our natural state, we can go through life with purpose, clarity, and vigor. Discipline and the elimination of unnecessary choices are key to finding this freedom. Rather than being overwhelmed by the abundance of options, we should focus on what truly matters—our health, vitality, and connection to the natural world.