This weekend, I look forward to catching up a bit on the DVR, especially to watch the PBS special with Deepak, which I recorded on Thursday. I am also looking forward to finding ways to act out the Saturday theme, which is: turning work into recreation. Chopra says this: "The weekend is for play and relaxation, but too often we find ourselves still working, either around the … [Read more...] about Re-creating Saturdays. Find YOUR Playground.
Turn the Beat Around…
Welcome to Friday, the day we turn pessimistic into optimistic! Whatever negative thoughts go through your mind, today, pause and find a way to turn them around. Remember to have hope, think about new possibilities, and know that each day can be filled with countless small miracles. Try to move your focus away from what bothers you about a person and try to find all the … [Read more...] about Turn the Beat Around…
Let’s Get Fresh Together
Thursday we turn stale into fresh. This is a great one, especially given that Thursday is my favorite day to talk food...especially fresh fruits and vegetables! Go through your fridge and get rid of stale food. If food is lasting too long it was far away from fresh when you bought it. Choose a fresh vegetable over a frozen (or canned). Make a big fresh salad. Chose a … [Read more...] about Let’s Get Fresh Together
SURPRISE
So far this week we have turned passive into active and dull in vibrant. Thanks to Mitch, I came home from work to a beautifully vibrant salad, warmed up homemade veggie soup from earlier in the week and some cute and vibrant red potatoes. Having a theme really makes the whole day more interesting, and I love the comments and photos people sent me. Vibrant nail polish, … [Read more...] about SURPRISE
Be Colorful
Yesterday, I turned passive into active by using my down time to go out and buy some new exercise clothes and do some errands. It definitely kept me busy and NOT thinking about food. On Tuesdays, Chopra suggests we turn dull into vibrant. He says "Define vibrant any way you choose; a bright color, a spicy taste, a sparkling conversation. Today, inject the vibrancy into your … [Read more...] about Be Colorful