I went to my favorite farm stand in town and picked up some great greens. One particular green I bought was Swiss chard; the leaves were enormous and crispy and bright. I used some in salad and other dishes but I still had a lot of large leaves left so I decided to stuff them […]
Energy flows where attention goes comes from the book “The Secret” and when I read that it made complete sense to me. I watch and listen to people everywhere and I see how this statement is true. Where you put your focus is where you feed your desire or your problem; so, after reading that […]
Motivation must come from within you. It’s not something that can be given or received. Motivators are simply tools to help you organize your thinking and organize your plans. When you feel unmotivated to do something it’s just a mindset that you’re in. You might be unmotivated because your task seems uninteresting to you, it […]
We want change in our lives, we want it on a regular basis and we make plans to make the desired changes but we never quite follow through–but why not? Why does change excite us and tease us but scare us at the same time? Why do we plan to dive in fully but put […]
What one or two things helps you find motivation and inspiration? Is it a particular item? Is it a certain aspect of nature? Does motivation come from support of friends or loved ones? Does a certain person inspire you? Whatever your source of motivation and inspiration is, use it! If you are unsure of what […]
This salad will help cleanse your system and provide you with minerals and vitamins. Choose organic ingredients when you can to avoid pesticides and such. 1 head broccoli chopped into bite sized pieces ½ small onion – red onion or scallions will work nicely 2-4 carrots, sliced thin, chopped or run through a spiralizer (Cut […]
We all have suffered with anxiety at one time or another and we all will suffer with it again. Anxiety, unfortunately, is a part of life as we know it – but you don’t have to cave in to it. By eating the right foods, avoiding the anxiety feeding foods and learning simple lifestyle habits, […]
1-2 fillets for each person depending on the size – place in baker/casserole/pan 3 small limes, juiced (buy organic so you can wash them and simmer the couscous water with the peel) 2 Tablespoons olive oil 4 Tablespoons cilantro, chopped 1 teaspoon ground ginger or 1” fresh ginger squeezed through garlic press Salt & Pepper […]
Here’s a light, healthy, satisfying and filling stew that will help you feel more grounded. Lentils help cleanse and purify your blood, sweet potatoes add fiber, potassium and helps kick cravings for sweets. Recipe makes about 6-8 servings. *Add spinach or kale about 5 minutes before serving to add extra healthy goodness. 3 Tbs. Olive oil 4 […]
As winter fades out and spring eases in, it’s a good idea to lighten your meals. You can do that through eating spring vegetables and other seasonal produce. Eating clean and in season is a way your body adjusts to each wonderful season. Try this simple vegetable stew this week and ease your way into lighter eating for spring.
Every New Dawn 