it is the kind of beauty that doesn't wash off.

So, part of this week of mindful eating is to journal each day... I didn't have time on Tuesday b/c i had to do two tests in Four Hours! it was rough. But i was definitely thinking about it. So, I've decided that being in good health obviously helps 'house' the holy ghost... But he's a ghost. it doesn't matter how big or small your body is... there's always room for a ghost. :) So... that's when i came up with this thought process:
The holy ghost provides us light and knowledge as well as the ability to reason clearly (at least that's what i think)... And--As I have frequently learned--when you don't eat (or keep your body healthy), you don't have a clear mind and you can't concentrate...(especially in a night class), thus, by NOT maintaining a healthy body you prevent the holy ghost to help you learn and grow. I believe that when you have the holy ghost with you, you are the most beautiful you can be. I found this amazing talk that almost brought tears to my eyes..

“'deep beauty'—the kind of beauty that shines from the inside out. It is the kind of beauty that cannot be painted on, surgically created, or purchased. It is the kind of beauty that doesn’t wash off. It is spiritual attractiveness. Deep beauty springs from virtue. It is the beauty of being chaste and morally clean. It is the kind of beauty that you see in the eyes of virtuous women like your mother and grandmother. It is a beauty that is earned through faith, repentance, and honoring covenants.... Young women, look into the mirror of eternity. Remember who you are! See yourself as our Heavenly Father sees you. You are elect. There is no more beautiful sight than a young woman who glows with the light of the Spirit..."
--Elaine S. Dalton, "Remember Who You Are!", Ensign, May 2010

CLICK HERE to read the whole talk.

My favorite part is the bold part. I LOVE IT. it doesn't wash off... it cannot be painted on, surgically created or purchased. that is so great. it makes me feel better about not having time to put make-up on in the mornings... and it makes me happy that i have no desire to pay to change my appearance. but yeah. That's all for today (well, tuesday...) I am now going to write on Wednesdays topic... :)