Fasting is more than just skipping meals, it’s a practice in balance, awareness, and gratitude. Over the past six years, intermittent fasting has helped me regulate my energy, calm my mind, and deepen my appreciation for food. Modern science shows its benefits for hormones, memory, and metabolism, while Zen reminds us that hunger itself can be a teacher. By pausing before we eat, chewing slowly, and breaking fast with gratitude, even a simple meal of rice and water becomes a lesson in stillness and joy. READ MORE
