Writer's Block: Going Without
Aug. 22nd, 2009 08:26 am![[personal profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/user.png){kind=small}
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I consider fasting a personal matter, not one to be casually discussed or "bragged" about. When I hear people talk in church about the fact that they've fasted for 24 (or more) hours, it feels a bit disingenuous. Fasting is an important part of the LDS religion and it is expected that members will fast on a monthly basis for the length of two meals. During that time, no food or drink (including water) should be consumed. Members are encouraged to donate the money they save by not eating to the church welfare program.
I've personally had some amazing experiences through fasting. It is very difficult for me to follow through with, probably one of the most challenging religious rituals that I practice. However, when I do it, I always feel much better and certainly more at peace.
I consider fasting a personal matter, not one to be casually discussed or "bragged" about. When I hear people talk in church about the fact that they've fasted for 24 (or more) hours, it feels a bit disingenuous. Fasting is an important part of the LDS religion and it is expected that members will fast on a monthly basis for the length of two meals. During that time, no food or drink (including water) should be consumed. Members are encouraged to donate the money they save by not eating to the church welfare program.
I've personally had some amazing experiences through fasting. It is very difficult for me to follow through with, probably one of the most challenging religious rituals that I practice. However, when I do it, I always feel much better and certainly more at peace.