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Category: Inspiration

  • Mindful Monday

    Celebrate Imperfection The Leaning Tower of Pisa is famous for its unstable foundation. What is a quirk that you can learn to appreciate in someone? Pick a personal struggle or flaw and turn it into something that spreads inspiration.     *   My Self-Reflection A quirk that I can learn to appreciate in someone is…

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Summer is around the corner! A refreshing, sweet, and guilt-free treat! Double-Chocolate Smoothie Bowl Ingredients 3 Large Bananas (peeled and frozen) 1 cup Cauliflower Rice or Florets (frozen) (*May substitute with frozen blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, acaí, dragon fruit, or coconut) 2 tablespoons Pure Cocoa Powder 2 tablespoons Chocolate Chips, Carob…

  • Mindful Monday

    I Dissent Fight for the things that you care about… in a way that will lead others to join you. When you feel wronged, attack the issue, not the person. Present the facts, not the blame. enduring change, happens one step at a time. -Ruth Bader Ginsburg           Reference Woo, J. (2023).…

  • Welcome May

    May is Mental Health Awareness Month. For this month, focus on slowing down and simplifying. What is one thing you can remove from your schedule today?

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Are you seeking a quick to prep dinner rich in protein and spice? Are you craving a unique spice to try? Are you bored of your same ole’ chicken salad? Shawarma-Spiced Chicken with Cucumber Salad Ingredients  1/2 cup + 3/4 cup Greek Yogurt (plain) (*Divided) 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice  2…

  • Wordy Wednesday

    Metacognition The act of moving the experience of an emotion from the limbic system of the brain into the prefrontal cortex. At the prefrontal cortex, the emotion becomes purposeful action. A recommendation from psychologists is to pause for 30 seconds as you imagine the consequences of stating out loud the thoughts in your head. To…

  • Mindful Monday

    Three Good Things Write down three (3) things that went well during the past week. Describe what you (and other people) did and said, and how you felt. Why did these things happen? What role(s) did you play? How can you attract more good things this week?         *      …

  • Fun Fit Friday

  • Foodie Friday

    Healthy Recipe of the Week Are you seeking a palatable vegetable side dish? Do you need a flavorful topping for your grilled chicken, fish, or tofu? For a boost in selenium, vitamin D, and vitamin B6 to prevent cell damage, support cell growth, and increase red blood cells, add mushrooms to your meal plan! Savory…

  • Wordy Wednesday

    Body Reflexivity  Your body isn’t for comparison, correction, or consumption. It simply means yours is no better or worse than anyone else’s. -Kate Manne, Associate Professor at the Sage School of Philosophy at Cornell University and Author of Unshrinking Similar to Body Positivity or Neutrality, which refers to loving yourself for how you look in all…