2025年3月23日，去年就約定好的長斷食最後一天，直覺提醒我必須記錄這一天的心情，因為這一天而出現的新里程。

這是自律養生第五梯次的集體長斷食，不再是十多年前那種缺乏誠信和紀律的集體斷食，每一梯次都有不一樣的面貌，每一階段都留下更長遠的承諾。

憑著第六感，這一次招募了幾位原來沒有意願接受挑戰的成員，沒有激將，而是鼓勵，我為他們勾勒目的地的景觀，他們快速正面回覆令我感動非常。

我告訴對斷食好奇卻又極度陌生的人「高手都在這」，不忘追加「我們並不喜歡斷食，只是清楚必須要斷食。」，曾經廣為讀者提字的「當斷則斷，即知即行」催生出一大群疼惜身體的好手。

門裡門外的景觀迥異，在牆外圍觀還不如勇敢的打開門，當啦啦隊不如進來當選手，觀看熱鬧的人永遠居多，內心世界存在不為人知的人性掙扎。

自律養生即將進入全新紀元，常規計畫不會改變，學習的密度和強度將會不同，身為第一號僕人，我個人規劃時間的態度當更嚴謹。

 

很多學員將在這個階段退出自律養生的舞台，這是環境的現實，我們伸出手訓練正承接壯年期的下一代，以及還有機會輔導的下一代的下一代。

責任在，也有因責任而不斷延展的願景，為健康寫下全新的定義那一刻，深知時機已經成熟。

過去十年至二十年的所有養生教條將逐一被推翻，四年前首度在台東詮釋進階課程的時候，已經為這一刻的體悟做好準備。

健康不是營養，而是生命，這是初階課程的重要內容，如今，我們為健康所下的註解進入「愛自己、做自己、幫助別人」的領空。

你得進入這個階段的領悟，才有機會反觀醫療針對疼痛的茫然，也才有機會深入身體的無所不能。

這是我個人成長的里程碑，也是自律養生展現更高承擔的里程碑，現階段的台北志工是重要的助力，幾梯次長斷食成員則是自律養生邁入下一階段的黃金種子。

 

未來長斷食的號角一響，不是你能不能做，也不是你敢不敢做，是你責無旁貸的責任，對自己是，對家人是，對這塊土地的責任也是。

如果你的思考停留在「我可以嗎？」，那麼就請你繼續進修，你必須把自己提升到「身先士卒」的層級。

每一位長斷食勇士都具備「捨我其誰」的風範，都是為自己全然承擔的典範，九成以上都自立自強，有幾位透過眼神告訴我「不要懷疑我，我一定可以！」。

我曾經問一位懷疑自己是否能完成七天斷食的學員「上星期的此刻你在做什麼？」，她回答我之後，我繼續問她「七天不是一晃就過去了？」。

一樣的模組，我告訴做過七天斷食的學員「一晃七天，晃三次就完成了！」，長斷食一星期後，我提醒幾位新成員「複製，然後轉貼兩次，就登頂了！」。

動機強的不需要這些提示，這一梯次多位勇士屬於這類，他們不僅學得很到位，行動也不落人後。

 

最後進入為何必須做長斷食的討論，這個問題必須要由長斷食勇士現身說法，身體的回應都在個人的觀瞻中，旁觀者無從想像，也無從體悟。

經驗告訴我，這是緣分，是際遇，不相信的人放棄改變人生的際遇，不願意的人捨棄和身體合作的緣分。

藏汙納垢的實力是我們對身體最粗淺的認識，身體清出深層毒素的能耐是你經歷程斷食之後的感動，連最不可思議的奇蹟都發生了。

請自己意會所謂「最不可思議的奇蹟」，身體收到我們的每一個意念，身體也記錄我們的每一個情緒，當然，身體也會成全我們的每一次請求。

這是互信的故事，不相信身體或不相信自己，你所期待的美好結果都不會發生，長斷食的故事就是相信身體同時相信自己的故事。

 

台灣是斷食養生的重要據點，自律養生將在淨化地球的軌跡留下足跡，我們記下所有參與者的身影，感謝這群點亮自己同時照亮他人的斷食勇士。

自律養生因為有你們，有能力幫助更多願意相信自己也相信身體的有緣人，衷心感謝。

 

March 23, 2025 – The final day of the long fast we committed to last year. My intuition tells me to document my feelings today because this marks a new milestone.

This is the fifth cohort of Selfasteam’s collective long fast. It’s no longer the kind of fasting from over a decade ago, which lacked integrity and discipline. Each cohort presents a unique experience, and each phase leaves behind a deeper and more enduring commitment.

Following my instincts, I invited a few individuals who initially had no intention of taking on this challenge. Without using provocation, I encouraged them by painting a vision of the destination. Their swift and positive responses deeply moved me.

To those who are curious about fasting but find it unfamiliar, I say, “The true masters are here.” And I always add, “We don’t fast because we enjoy it, but because we understand the necessity of it.” The widely shared motto, “Act when it’s time, move as soon as you know,” has inspired a dedicated community that cherishes their bodies.

The view inside the door is vastly different from the one outside. Watching from the sidelines is not the same as stepping in with courage. Being a spectator is easy; joining the race takes resolve. Most people remain onlookers, unaware of the inner struggles within each participant.

Selfasteam is entering a brand-new era. While our core programs remain unchanged, the depth and intensity of our learning will evolve. As the first servant of this movement, I must approach my personal time management with even greater discipline.

Many participants will step off the Selfasteam stage at this point—that’s the reality of life. We extend our hands to train the next generation stepping into their prime, as well as the generation after them while we still have the chance to guide them.

With responsibility comes an ever-expanding vision. The moment we redefine health, we know the time is ripe.

Over the next ten to twenty years, all conventional health doctrines will be overturned. Four years ago, when I first introduced the advanced course in Taitung, I had already prepared for this realization.

Health is not about nutrition; it is about life itself. This fundamental lesson from our beginner’s course has now evolved into a new definition: “Love yourself, be yourself, and help others.”

You must reach this level of awareness to see the medical system’s blind struggle with pain and to truly grasp the body’s limitless potential.

This is a personal milestone in my growth and a significant milestone in Selfasteam’s commitment to a higher purpose. At this stage, our Taipei volunteers are a crucial force, and the members who have completed long fasts in previous cohorts are the golden seeds for the next phase of Selfasteam.

When the call for the next long fast sounds, it’s no longer a question of “Can I do it?” or “Do I dare?”—it’s a responsibility you cannot shirk. A responsibility to yourself, to your family, and to this land.

If your mindset is still stuck on “Can I?”, then continue your studies. You must elevate yourself to the level of “leading by example.”

Every long fasting warrior embodies the spirit of “If not me, then who?” They fully own their journey. Over 90% of them are self-sufficient and independent. Some conveyed through their eyes: “Don’t doubt me—I will do this!”

I once asked a participant who doubted whether she could complete a seven-day fast: “What were you doing at this exact time last week?” After she answered, I asked again: “Didn’t those seven days pass in a blink?”

Using the same approach, I tell those who have completed a seven-day fast: “One week passes in a blink—just blink three times, and you’re there!” After a week of fasting, I remind new participants: “Copy and paste twice, and you’ve reached the summit!”

Those with strong motivation don’t even need these reminders. Many warriors in this cohort belong to this category—they learn deeply and act decisively.

Why Must We Undertake Long Fasting?

This question must be answered by the fasting warriors themselves. The body’s responses are visible in their experiences—spectators can neither imagine nor understand them.

Experience has taught me that this is fate, an opportunity. Those who don’t believe in it give up the chance to change their lives. Those unwilling to try abandon the opportunity to collaborate with their own bodies.

The body’s ability to store waste is only our most superficial understanding. The ability to cleanse deep-seated toxins is what moves us after experiencing fasting. Even the most incredible miracles have happened.

You must personally grasp what “the most incredible miracles” truly mean. The body receives every intention we send, records every emotion we feel, and fulfills every request we make.

This is a story of mutual trust. If you don’t believe in your body or yourself, the beautiful results you hope for will never come. The story of long fasting is the story of trusting both your body and yourself.

Taiwan is a vital hub for fasting and holistic health. Selfasteam will leave its mark on the journey of purifying our planet. We will remember every participant who took part and express our deepest gratitude to these fasting warriors—who not only illuminated themselves but also lit the way for others.

Because of you, Selfasteam has the power to help more people who are willing to believe in themselves and their bodies. With heartfelt appreciation—thank you.