Hemingway said, "There is nothing noble about being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self," and it's hard not to agree, especially when there's so much evidence around us in the beauty of people consistently stepping up to improve themselves and therefore those around them. Should we be … Continue reading Social Distancing Reflections
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Health At Every Size: A Wellness Coach’s Perspective
Real Moment Monday: I saw this picture for the first time a couple months back and cried, and I cried because I thought this body was “bad”. But it’s not is it? It works so damn hard for me every single day, and I am genuinely grateful for that, but I still have these moments of irrational … Continue reading Health At Every Size: A Wellness Coach’s Perspective
Spicy Cauliflower Stir Fry
When I tell people that we eat a largely plant-based diet, the most common follow-up question I get is, "What exactly can you eat?" Ask any vegetarian and they'll tell you life doesn't have to be boring! Vegetables can be delicious, and this recipe proves it.
Pumpkin Mac (dairy and gluten-free)
This is a remix of Kale Me Maybe's Vegan Pumpkin Mac, and I was excited because it featured two of my favorite things: Pumpkin & Pasta. This remix is in our regular rotation. I should add that neither my husband nor I are vegan, and we STILL love this dish! Serves: 4 (with side dishes) … Continue reading Pumpkin Mac (dairy and gluten-free)
Why You Should Start A Mindfulness or Meditation Practice Today
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Thanksgiving Appetizer: Hummus with a Twist
Calling all procrastinators! You won't find any judgement here when it comes to meal planning procrastination. If you've put off your Thanksgiving appetizer plan, I get it. There's so many moving parts that go into a big meal that it's easy for apps to go by the wayside which is exactly why I love this … Continue reading Thanksgiving Appetizer: Hummus with a Twist
My Routines: Winter 2019
Back in July, I shared the importance of routines and my morning and evening version with you but since life is much busier in the cooler months, I thought an update would be helpful to inspire you to check back in with your routines. Current Morning Routine: 1 minute body scan (gotta keep it short … Continue reading My Routines: Winter 2019
Fall Into Healthy Habits
This time of year is notoriously challenging because let's be real: it's hard to stay on the health bandwagon! Every kind of treat available seems to appear with intense frequency and there's little time to hit the gym the way you normally do. So what's the trick? How do you survive the holidays without sabotaging … Continue reading Fall Into Healthy Habits
Almond Crusted Chicken with Kale Superfood Salad
When I made the transition to a gluten free lifestyle, one of the things I really missed was breaded chicken. (It reminds me of my grandma.) But, this recipe filled that void. This is also the salad that made me believe that kale wasn't the most disgusting leafy green on earth. 😆 I'm definitely not … Continue reading Almond Crusted Chicken with Kale Superfood Salad
Fruity Overnight Oats
Being new to this gluten-free lifestyle left me re-evaluating every meal I eat. Because my life seems to be jam packed from the moment I wake until the second I sleep, meals in our house have to be EASY which is why I'm such a huge fan of this one. Grab a bunch of mason … Continue reading Fruity Overnight Oats