Monday, February 27, 2023

CALM: March-2023 Calendar

Greetings all!

Here is the March-2023 calendar from CALM: so many wonderful ideas to nourish ourselves (from https://blog.calm.com/blog/march-2023-calm-calendar).

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My favorite ideas were from March 6, 8, 12, and 17. What about you?

March 1 - Make a list of things that nourish you. Reflect on how to weave these into your day(s).

March 2 - Give yourself 15 minutes of intentional screen-free time.

March 3 - Try a loving kindness meditation today.

March 4 - Take one thing off your to-do list and replace it with something restful.

March 5 - Make a plan to celebrate a small win today.

March 6 - Find a quote or affirmation to support you today.

March 7 - Add a new habit to your bedtime routine.

March 8 - Go for a walk in nature.

March 9 - Mindfully enjoy a nourishing meal today.

March 10 - Do one small thing to make your workspace more calming. Try incorporating essential oils, a plant or a simple cup of hot tea.

March 11 - Get outside and try the ‘Nourishing in Nature’ meditation.

March 12 - Give your eyes a break every hour. Close your eyes and just breathe for 30 seconds.

March 13 - Write down three reasons why you re proud of yourself.

March 14 - Lean into self-care today. Take a bath, meditate, or have a nap.

March 15 - Tune into the Self-Compassion meditation in the Relationship with Self series.

March 16 - Review your list of nourishing acts. Try another one today!

March 17 – Cuddle up with a good book and a cozy blanket.

March 18 - Kick off your day with mindful movement – Daily Move, stretching, yoga.

March 19 - Craft a loving kindness phrase. May I be ______. May I be ______. May I be ______.

March 20 - Get an early night and wind down with the “Nighttime Gratitude sleep meditation.

March 21 - Close your eyes and breathe deeply for one minute.

March 22 - Do an activity that’s just for fun.

March 23 - Check in on a friend and offer them some encouragement.

March 24 - Do one thing that will help you feel more organized for the week ahead.

March 25 - Play a Calm playlist or soundscape while you work today.

March 26 - Reflect on what you’ve learned about yourself lately.

March 27 – What’s the kindest thing I can do for myself today? Do it.

March 28 - Notice where you hold tension. Bring your awareness there and invite a softening.

March 29 - Free-write whatever’s on your mind for 3 minutes.

March 30 - Tune into your body with the “Body Scan” meditation.

March 31 - Reflect on how you nourished yourself this month. What will you take into next month?

Have a great week and remember to take some time for yourself!

Monday, February 20, 2023

Busy Is a Decision


“Busy is a decision. We do the things we want to do, period. If we say we are too busy, it is just shorthand for the thing being “not important enough” or “not a priority.” 

Busy is not a badge. You don’t find the time to make things, you make the time to do things.”

~ Debbie Millman, In the Company of Women


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Monday, February 6, 2023

Spinach-Banana-Strawberry-Pineapple Smoothie

Greetings all!

If you ever need a quick, healthy, and delicious snack, try this spinach-banana-strawberry-pineapple smoothie! I actually love it as a lunch substitute when I do not have enough time for a proper sit-down meal.

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Ingredients: 

  • A handful of spinach (optional)
  • 1 cup of milk
  • 1 banana
  • ½-1 cup of strawberries
  • ½-1 cup of pineapple chunks

 Instructions and variations:

  • You can use fresh or frozen fruits/veggies.
  • If using spinach, add it to the blender first, then add milk and blend for a few seconds to make sure spinach is fully submerged! When I added spinach on top after all the other ingredients, it did not want to blend properly so I learned my lesson! Spinach first! Also you do not taste it in the smoothie at all!
  • Then add banana, strawberries, and pineapple and blend until the desired consistency.
  • You can use other dairy products, pineapple juice instead of pineapples (original recipe), or even water.
  • If you add less liquid, you will have a delicious sorbet.
  • If you want more of a dessert drink, do banana+milk+1 tablespoon of cacao. You can also add some ice-cream :)

Bon Appetit! Let me know how you like it!