Each morning began with a glass of cold water mixed with lemon, a ritual she believed helped “cleanse the body and awaken the mind.” Her diet was modest and structured: five small meals a day, always stopping when she felt about 70% full — a practice that modern nutrition experts might now call mindful restriction.
Equally important was her devotion to mental wellbeing. She spent two hours daily reading, painting, or reflecting, maintaining a balance between physical health and intellectual engagement. Her sleep routine was unwavering: bed at 11 p.m., waking at 9 a.m., a schedule she followed without exception.
The Humble Vegetable on Her Table
One detail of her diet has drawn renewed attention in recent years: celery. While ordinary to many, it held special meaning for her.
“Celery is simple, inexpensive, and incredibly nutritious,” she once said.