After a conversation on Lisa Johnson's Facebook page, I decided that I'd post this quinoa recipe. For those who don't know what quinoa is a seed, though many consider it to be a whole grain, but is prepared like rice or barley. Quinoa is excellent for protein, B12, has low carbs that also release into your system slowly, has high levels of magnesium, and is excellent for … [Read more...] about Vegetable Quinoa Salad recipe
Who do you want to be?
"Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do." ~ Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Notice the key word in both the image and the quote is do. Do means to perform, to execute. We may know what we have to or need to do but the doing part doesn't come as easily. It takes effort, work, sweat, perseverance, dedication to do what we set out to … [Read more...] about Who do you want to be?
Are you a closet garbage eater? are you making excuses?
Fitness expert and P90X star Tony Horton wrote this...be forewarned, he doesn't hold back, says what he has to say to get you serious. My thoughts are at the bottom of Tony Horton's article. You know who you are. You've got all the answers and you're lousy at taking sound advice because it's easier to be lazy. The tilt-a-whirl of disappointment goes round and round and you … [Read more...] about Are you a closet garbage eater? are you making excuses?
Motivation Monday-A to Z Motivation Guide
I'm trying something new... on Monday's I'm going to be posting Motivation Monday posts because we all know everyone needs motivation on Monday's after enjoying the weekend! I'm not sure of the source but love this guide: A to Z Motivation Guide A void negative sources, people and habits B elieve in yourself C onsider things from every angle D on’t give up and … [Read more...] about Motivation Monday-A to Z Motivation Guide
What are you doing today for tomorrow?
Today is yesterday's tomorrow! deep, huh!? This is the beginning of a new day. You have been given this day to use as you will. You can waste it or use it for good. What you do today is important because you are exchanging a day of your life for it. When tomorrow comes, this day will be gone forever; in its place is something that you have left behind . . . let it … [Read more...] about What are you doing today for tomorrow?
How far you’ve come
This says it all... Focus on your progress. You can still look ahead to your goals, but be proud of your accomplishments and the strides you've made to get to the point you are right now. We don’t know who we are until we see what we can do. – Martha Grimes You can do this! It doesn't matter if it's a weight loss goal, promotion at work, to stop smoking, run … [Read more...] about How far you’ve come
What happens if you don’t take care of your body?
If you don't take care of your body, how do you expect it to take care of you? Marie T. Freeman What happens if you don't take care of your body? ~weight gain or unhealthy weight loss ~loss of energy, stamina ~develop illness, sickness, disease ~skin issues ~hair can fall out, become dull ~vision can be affected ~develop eating disorders ~unable to focus ~increased … [Read more...] about What happens if you don’t take care of your body?
Live your life
So many people live for others' approval Why? As long as you're good with yourself and God, then the others don't matter. When people see you doing well, many will try to sabotage that or be jealous. They may try to demean you, belittle you... Don't let them affect you. Shake it off, and keep on going... proving that you are better than they think! Whether it's … [Read more...] about Live your life
Push ups & day 32 of RevAbs
The push up challenge is over... at least the original one is. The 100 a day was easy, now I want to do more consecutive ones. How I wish I was in Demi Moore's shape when she did G.I. Jane and the one handed push ups! Instead of just wishing, I think I'll take the advice here: So, lets see where I go from here... will take a lot of work, dedication to take … [Read more...] about Push ups & day 32 of RevAbs
Settling
Settle: (v.) to accept despite lack of complete satisfaction Do you settle in different areas of your life? Are you completely satisfied with: your job, career, income? or did you settle? your wellness/body/weight? or did you settle? your partner/spouse/significant other? or did you settle? where you live? or did you settle? your dreams and goals? or did you … [Read more...] about Settling