I was raised to believe everything had to be perfect. Less than was undesirable. If I did not get 100% on a test, then I had nothing to brag about. There was no victory in mediocracy, no fanfare in good enough. That mentality continued for years. Disappointment was the norm if a goal was not… Continue reading Embrace an Imperfect Life
It’s hot chocolate weather. There is something comforting about a sweet, thick chocolatey mug of goodness. It's like a melted candy bar in cup. Hot chocolate feels like dessert in a glass to me, which is probably why I tend to drink it slowly after meals savoring every sip. This hot chocolate recipe takes the… Continue reading Almond Hot Chocolate
There is a lot of discussion around detox. Yes, our bodies detoxify naturally- that’s how harmful additives are removed from the body. Several organs including the kidneys, liver, and colon; and the lymphatic system work to flush out toxins throughout the day. However, as diligently as the body works to keep everything in tip top… Continue reading Healing Detox Soup
I created this out of necessity. I normally do lettuce-wrapped burgers, but they can get messy. I mean burger juice running down your arm, pile of soggy napkins littered on the table, sauce on the cheek messy. So I improvised and turned it into a salad -- fries and all. And. I. Haven’t. Looked. Back.… Continue reading Bacon Burger Salad
Resolution time of year. New year, new you am I right? And why not? New beginnings are always exciting and wonderful. The possibilities are virtually endless. This is the year for change. Yet resolutions dwindle down within a few days and become non-existent by mid-February. Why? Well, primarily because most resolutions aren’t set in reality. … Continue reading Living Life Realistically vs. Making New Year’s Resolutions
Socializing food free seems so outrageous for most, but I have people I work with talk about the dread that comes with the holiday season and cozy, winter months. “So much food.” “So many desserts.” “Food everywhere!” And it is true. Special once-a-year items are found just about anywhere, and due to their seasonality, people… Continue reading The Quest for Food-Free Socializing
Ever find yourself overwhelmed, anxious, or stressed while working? Well, you are not alone. Anxiety can lead to at lost productivity (on average at least four work days are lost a month due to anxiety) and a whopping 83% of US workers complain of work-related stress. Most people will experience these issues at work, and… Continue reading Cultivate a Relaxation Practice at Work
By now most people have heard (and eaten) chia pudding in some form or another. It can be fascinating to see the gelatinous almost creamy pudding come to life. Although some like the trademark grainy, seedy texture of chia pudding, not everyone does- including me (who likes getting chia seeds stuck in their teeth? Not… Continue reading Chocolate Hazelnut Chia Pudding
Overwhelmed. Buried under deadlines, invites, and multiple to-do’s. It can be tough to deal with things coming from multiple directions, especially if you are a people pleaser or overachiever. Figuring out how to get through everything on the daily to-do list seems like a juggling act at times. Often, when this happens, we focus on… Continue reading How to Empower Yourself to Say “No”
Craving that bowl of noodles? Yup. Who doesn’t right – especially on a crisp fall night? But hearty doesn’t always have to mean stick-to-your-ribs pasta. Sometimes a bowlful of veggies can do the trick. This recipe lets zucchini take main stage. Pile swirls and swirls of crisp, fresh zucchini enveloped in a garlicky, pesto-like sauce… Continue reading Zucchini Noodles with Shrimp
Irazema Garcia 