Thursday, January 21, 2010

WHAT DOES WELLNESS MEAN TO YOU



You have probably heard of the term 'wellness', but what does it mean to you? In my mind it's a 'package' made up of spiritual well-being, mental and general health of the body. It is not just the absence of a disease, but a decision to daily adopt positive lifestyle choices to eliminate health risks. Step-by-step is the only way to reap enormous benefits. Try to think about this on a daily basis and it will become second nature. Have fun experimenting and learning.

Wise words from 365 Prescriptions for the Soul - Bernie Siegal

"Life is a series of beginnings,

the changes, losses, illnesses and

afflictions are not endings, but beginnings. We are changed

and have to start a new life each time."

Tomato Cilantro Soup
close-up of teaspoon in a bowl of tomato sauce surrounded by whole tomatoes

What you will need;

  • 4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 ripe avo
  • 1 humongous handful of cilantro and another handful of parsley
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • dash of pepper
  • 3 slices of cuke
  • three quarter cup of water
  • chopped celery

What to do;

  • Blend all the ingredients, except the celery, until smooth and creamy.
  • Transfer to a pot, heat slightly.
  • Top with chopped celery.

FABULICIOUS on a hot Cape Town summer day with a slice of rye topped with hummus! I also added some chopped chillies to the soup.

Today I am grateful for;

  • chillies - just luv adding them to everything I eat
  • the new season of The Mentalist
  • pencils - I find it so comforting to write with an old fashioned HB pencil (Weirdo!!!)
  • My 15 minute walk to get rid of 'computer fatigue' and collect my dosage of Vitamin D

Today, laugh, order pudding, love life, have no regrets and make a conscious effort to choose health behaviours that contribute positively to your 'wellness' .........

Peace 'n whirlpools of luv

xxx














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