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Have you ever felt like an imposter in your own life and practice? Do you find yourself waiting for permission to claim the identities you know to be true? Far too many of us are failing to fully step into our own lives. We make art, but are afraid to call ourselves artists. We write poetry, but never call ourselves writers. We engage in witchy practices but avoid the identity of witch, even when we wish to claim it. We forget that honest practice and intentional participation are often more important that mastery. You don't need to be an expert to engage, you must simply show up with honesty and integrity. As we wander through the sweltering summer woods, consider the areas where you have avoided taking up space. 

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What am I reading?

The First Witch of Boston by Andrea Catalano
https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781662526008

Outrageous Openness by Tosha Silver
https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781476793481

What’s playing on repeat?

Summer Ain’t Over (‘Til It’s Over) by Michael Franti 

What’s for dinner?

Roasted Tomato Eggplant Soup

Ingredients:

2 cans diced tomatoes

1 onion

Garlic (as much as you like!) 

1 red bell pepper

1 eggplant peeled and diced 

Mushrooms 

3 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil

Red pepper flakes

Salt and pepper 

4 cups veggie broth

1 can coconut milk 

Instructions: 

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Add two cans diced tomatoes to baking sheet. Add chopped pepper, onion, eggplant, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes to diced tomatoes. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, mix together. Roast until veggies become soft and fragrant. Add veggies to soup pot with broth, simmer for a few minutes, blend with immersion blender. Add coconut milk to blended soup, stir, season to taste. 

Banana Bread

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs, large
• 2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3-4 medium bananas (or 2 large bananas)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line two 8x4 bread pans with parchment paper (or grease well with butter or baking spray).*
• In a medium sized bowl, use a fork to mash the bananas until they are well mashed (I like them to be well mashed with small bits of banana pieces for texture). Set aside.
• In a separate bowl, use a hand mixer or standing mixer to cream the butter and sugar together.
• Once combined, add in the eggs. Cream the mixture until well combined.
• Next, add in the flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix until combined.
• Lastly, add in the mashed bananas and the vanilla extract. Mix until all the bananas have been incorporated into the batter.
• Divide the batter evenly between the two bread pans and bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until the top is puffed, brown, and a cake tester comes out clean when inserted in the center.

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Lammas, also known as, Lughnasadh is a time for appreciating the abundance of the season. It’s a moment to rejoice in the bounty before us. But what needs to happen to reach this point of abundance? All too often, we overlook the fact that current abundance comes from a period of past labor. We can’t enjoy the fruits if we don’t put in the work. Mother Nature demonstrates this process beautifully. Consider the journey a wheat seed must take in order to become a loaf of bread. Many small, incremental steps must occur in order for the bread to arrive on your table. It’s easy to forget this lesson when we embark on goals in our own lives. As we journey through the damp summer woods, consider the seeds you’d like to plant and tend this Lughnasadh.  

What am I reading?

The Ghost Women by Jennifer Murphy 

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9780593474365

Wild Bread: Sourdough Reinvented by MaryJane Butters 

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781423648185

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What’s playing on repeat?

A Tear in Space by Glass Animals 

What’s for dinner? 

Indian Butter Chickpeas 

Ingredients:

2 Tbsp coconut oil

1 medium yellow onion, finely diced

1 Tbsp freshly grated ginger

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 Tbsp garam masala

1 tsp chili powder, or use ¾ tsp sweet paprika and ¼ tsp cayenne

½ tsp each salt and cumin

2 15-oz cans chickpeas, drained cans

1 13-oz can full-fat coconut milk

1 6-oz can tomato paste

To serve: basmati rice and naan

Instructions: 

Heat 2 Tbsp coconut oil in a large sauté pan. Add onion (finely diced) and cook, stirring often, until onion is soft and translucent, about 5 to 7 minutes.

Stir in 1 Tbsp freshly grated ginger and 4 cloves garlic (minced) and continue cooking for 1 minute. Stir in 1 Tbsp garam masala, 1 tsp ground coriander seed, 1 tsp chili powder, and ½ tsp each salt and cumin.

Stir in chickpeas, coconut milk, and tomato paste. Cover and gently simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally

Serve warm with naan and/or rice.

Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients:

Dry:

• ¾ cup + 1 teaspoon (95 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup + 1 teaspoon (125 g)bread flour (all-purpose can be substituted, see notes)
• 1 teaspoon (5 g) fine sea salt
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon baking powder

Wet:

• 1 large egg
• ½ cup (125 g) sourdough starter discard
• 1 teaspoon (5 g) vanilla extract 
• 8 tablespoons (113 g) unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• ½ cup (100 g) light brown sugar
• ½ cup (100 g) white granulated sugar
• 1 ½ cups (340 g) chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)

https://littlespoonfarm.com/sourdough-chocolate-chip-cookies-recipe/#recipe

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What does a witchy practice look like? Are there a specific set of rules we must follow? These are questions that many witchy-leaning folks tend to ask, especially when they're in the early stages of crafting a practice. Depending on one's approach, a witchcraft practice might look highly structured and precise or down-to-earth and unfussy. You may be drawn to intricate tools used by many high magic practitioners. Or you may like the everyday items found in your environment often favored by low magic practitioners. Some individuals adhere to a traditional lineage, while others prefer the folk magic of their ancestors. You may find comfort choosing a specific niche; such as, green, kitchen, or elemental witchery. Or you might seek out a more eclectic path, mixing and matching rituals as you see fit. There's no one "right" way to craft a practice. As we listen to the chirping cicadas, consider the practices that speak to your soul, that is the path for you. 

What am I reading?

The Hidden Seasons: A Calendar of Nature's Clues by Tristan Gooley

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9798893030105

Embracing the Old Witch in the Woods: Liberating Feminine Wisdom from Christian Patriarchy by Angela J. Herrington and Shannon Harris

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What’s playing on repeat?

Hot Goblin by Em Beihold 

What’s for dinner? 

Turkey & zucchini Meatloaf 

Ingredients:

1 lb ground turkey

2 zucchini 

Minced garlic (as much as you like!)

Drizzle of olive oil

1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

2 eggs

1 cup Trader Joe’s frozen Multigrain Blend with Vegetables (a hearty mix of brown, red, and sweet brown rice with black barley and vegetables) or similar equivalent 

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon green goddess spice blend - (mix of minced onion, garlic, black pepper, chives, green onion, parsley, and spinach powder)

Salt and pepper 

Glaze 

1/4 cup ketchup

1/4 cup maple syrup

1 tablespoon grainy mustard  

Instructions: Preheat oven to 375 F. Sauté diced zucchini and garlic in olive oil, add frozen veggie mix, cook for a few more minutes. In a large bowl, mix together ground turkey, beaten eggs, breadcrumbs, and seasoning. Add cooked veggies, mix thoroughly. Mix glaze together, set aside. Press mixture into loaf pan, bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven, poke holes into top of loaf with a fork, spread glaze over top, cook for an additional 25-30 minutes. Cool slightly before cutting. Enjoy! 

Dark Chocolate Pistachio Bliss Bites 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats or oat flour
• 1/2 cup pistachios
• 1/2 cup almond butter
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 ounce finely chopped dark chocolate
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut
• lemon zest

Instructions:

• In a food processor, blend oats to a coarse flour. Add the pistachios and pulse until finely chopped. 
• Add the almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract and sea salt then pulse into a dough forms. You should be able to press the dough between your fingers and have it hold together. Transfer the dough to a large bowl.
• Alternatively you can make these without a food processor by using oat flour and finely chopping the pistachios by hand. Place them in a large bowl with almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt then stir until a dough forms.
• To the bowl, add the chopped chocolate, cranberries, coconut and lemon zest. Stir until evenly combined. Using a scooper, scoop out tablespoon sized portions and roll into balls. Seal in a jar and refrigerate for up to 1 week

https://www.makingthymeforhealth.com/wprm_print/dark-chocolate-pistachio-bliss-bites

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Why do we feel the need to play small in our lives? What keeps us from sharing our gifts and living in our fullness? It turns out that the nervous system impacts our expression more than we might have realized. We’re wired for survival and safety, so stepping outside of the box, even to take a healthy risk, feels deeply dangerous. Knowing this, is there a way to expand oneself while also acknowledging the human need to stay protected? As we wander through the forest, consider your own narrative. Have you chosen to stay hidden? If so, are you ready to emerge into the fullness of who you came here to be? 

What am I reading?

Shadow of Night by Deborah Harkness (Book 2: The All Souls Series)

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9780143123620

The Black Bird Oracle Deck

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9780593976227

The Book of Ritual Baths: A Guide to Spiritual Cleansing and Renewal by Chanda Parkinson

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What’s playing on repeat?

Tom’s Diner by Suzanne Vega 

What’s for dinner? 

Black Bean Burgers

 Ingredients

• 2 cans black beans, drained, rinsed, and patted dry
• 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 3/4 cup finely chopped bell pepper
• 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion 
• 3 garlic cloves, minced 
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs 
• 1/2 cup feta cheese
• 2 large eggs 
• 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 Tablespoons ketchup, mayo, orBBQ sauce
• pinch salt + pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Spread beans evenly onto a lined baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes until slightly dried out.
2. Meanwhile, sauté olive oil, chopped pepper, onion, and garlic over medium heat until peppers and onions are soft, about 5-6 minutes. Gently blot some of the moisture out. Place in a large bowl or in a food processor with the remaining ingredients (cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, bread crumbs, cheese, eggs, worcestershire, ketchup, salt, and pepper). Stir or pulse everything together, then add the black beans. Mash with a fork or pulse the mixture, leaving some larger chunks of beans.
3. Form into patties, about 1/2 cup of mixture each, about 3/4-inch thick.
4. Place patties on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and bake at 375°F (191°C) for 10 minutes on each side, 20 minutes total.
5. Serve with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!

Hibiscus Tea Cooler

Ingredients:

• 2 cups hot water
• 1 individual hibiscus bag tea
• 5 cherries, halved
• 1-2 leaves fresh basil
• ice
• non-dairy-creamer
• Instructions: 
• Add tea bag to hot water.
• Let steep 5 minutes.
  Place in fridge to let cool.
• Take glass and add cherries and basil.
• Add a handful of ice.
• Pour cooled tea over ice.
• Pour a little of your favorite nondairy creamer on top. Stir. Enjoy! 

Why Playing Small is a Modern Epidemic

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The Universe has a unique way of communicating with us, but often we're too distracted to notice the signs we're given. Sometimes we do notice the signs, but quickly disregard them as mere "coincidence". But what if that repeated number, animal visitation, reoccurring symbol or song, or electrical occurrence isn't a coincidence at all? What if these are truly signs from the Divine? Is it possible that our passed loved ones, ancestors, guardian angels, and spirit guides really are working to get our attention each day? As we wander through the lush summer woods, consider the signs that have come into your life. Is it time to start paying attention? 

What am I reading?

The Reimagining of Thornwood House by Jaleigh Johnson 

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9798217188819

The Power of Fun: How to Feel Alive Again by Catherine Price

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What’s playing on repeat?

One Way by Twenty One Pilots 

What’s for dinner?

Mediterranean Orzo Salad

Ingredients: 

I lb orzo pasta

Cherry tomatoes

Cucumbers

Bell pepper 

Garlic

Pickled onions & juice 

Capers 

Juice of 2 lemons

Handful of fresh basil

Handful of fresh dill

1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 

2 tablespoons olive oil

Fresh grated Parmesan cheese

Salt & pepper 

Instructions: Cook pasta according to package. Chop veggies and herbs. Mix together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and pickled onion juice in a large bowl. Add cooked pasta, coat thoroughly. Add veggies, herbs, and chickpeas. Grate Parmesan over the top, mix again. Season with salt and pepper. Enjoy! 

Lavender Brownies 

Ingredients:

• 1 1/3 cups all purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 3 teaspoon dried lavender flowers
• 1 cup cocoa powder
• 1 cup sugar
• 4 eggs 
• 1.5 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions:

1. Pre-heat oven to 350 F.
2. Line of 8x8 baking pan with parchment.
3. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt in a small bowl and set aside.
4. Melt the butter in a small pot over very low heat.
5. When melted, add the dried lavender. Stir gently to cover all flowers.
6. On very low heat, allow the flowers to impart their flavour into the butter.
7. After about 8 minutes, remove the pot from the heat. Strain the butter into a medium sized bowl.
8. Stir in the cocoa. Blend in the sugar, eggs and vanilla.
9. Add the dry ingredients. 
10. Blend all together and spoon into the pan.
11. Bake for 30-35 minutes. 
12. Enjoy! 
    
    

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How do we live a good life? What components do we need to create a purposeful existence? Far too often, we get trapped into thinking that our lives must look a certain way by a certain age. We think we have to have it all figured out before we even know what we truly want out of life. What if our lives could feel rich and creative and exciting at any age? As we strive to beat the oppressive summer heat, let’s reflect on how to bring more love, engagement, and excitement into our days no matter what season of life we’re in. Oh, and one more thing… don’t forget to check out The Hearth! (see the link at the end of the show notes.)

What am I reading?

One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9780593638910

Food Therapy: Conscious Eating to Navigate Anxiety, Stress, and Trauma by Luis Mojica

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781401998387

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What’s playing on repeat?

We Might As Well Be Strangers by Weezer, Wednesday 

What’s for dinner?

Mediterranean Cabbage Salad 

Ingredients:

Cabbage

Cherry tomatoes

Cucumbers

Avocados

Olives

Pickled onions

1 can chickpeas, rinsed  

Tofu

Marinade for Tofu: 

2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Juice of one lemon

1 tablespoon nutritional yeast

1 tablespoon minced garlic

1 tsp red pepper flakes 

1 tablespoon miso paste 

Dressing:

3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Juice of one lemon

Pickled onion juice 

Minced garlic (to taste) 

1 tablespoon grainy mustard

Salt & pepper 

Instructions: Mix together tofu marinade, dice tofu into cubes, add to marinade, coat thoroughly, set aside. In a large bowl, mix together dressing ingredients, set aside. Wash and chop cabbage, add to bowl with dressing, use hands to toss and coat thoroughly. Chop cucumbers, halve cherry tomatoes, dice avocado, chop olives and pickled onions, add to bowl, mix. Add tofu w/ marinade and chickpeas to bowl, toss, and season with salt and pepper. Enjoy! 

Sparkling Orange-Lemon Refresher

Ingredients: 

• 3 large, freshly squeezed oranges, 3/4 cup juice 
•  2 large, freshly squeezed, 1/3 cup juice  
• 2-3 tablespoons honey, maple syrup, or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
• 3 cups cold water
•  2 cups seltzer
• Fresh mint leaves and extra orange/lemon slices
• Ice cubes 

Instructions:

1. In a large pitcher, mix the freshly squeezed orange and lemon juice.
2.  Stir in your choice of honey or syrup until completely dissolved.
3.  Pour in the 3 cups of cold water.
4. Fill glasses with ice cubes, add seltzer and citrus drink, garnish with citrus slices and a few mint leaves. Enjoy!

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Community is a deeply important aspect of human life. It’s not a specific place exactly, it’s more of a shared space of belonging. We might find community in our local neighborhoods or even virtually across continents. What matters is that there is a common purpose within the group, something that brings everyone together through a shared need. Over the past 2.5 years, this podcast has built a community of lovely witchy people spanning across 141 countries. In an effort to build this circle more fully, there will soon be an invitation to gather in a new way, stay tuned! As we take in the sounds of summer, consider the communities in your life. Are they meeting your current needs? Or is it time to expand further? 

What am I reading?

The Correspondent by Virginia Evans

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9780593798430

Forest Bathing: How Trees Can Help You Find Health and Happiness by Dr. Qing Li

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9780525559856

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What’s playing on repeat?

Bizarre Love Triangle by New Order

What’s for dinner?

Cucumber Sushi Boats 

Ingredients:
4 oz salmon filet
Salt & pepper
2 tsp avocado oil 
1 tbsp coconut amino

1 tsp lime juice
1 large cucumber
¼ cup cooked rice or cooked cauliflower rice
¼ avocado, diced
1 tbsp spicy mayo
green onion, chopped

Instructions:

• Pat the salmon dry and slice the salmon into small cubes. Season with salt and pepper.
• Heat the avocado oil in a pan over medium heat and add the salmon. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Add the coconut aminos and lime juice at the end and stir to scrape up any stuck pieces of salmon on the bottom of the pan, and coat the salmon. Remove from the pan and set aside.
• Wash the cucumber well, slice off the ends, and slice it in half vertically. Scoop out the inside of the cucumber until the cucumber is fully hollowed out.
• Assemble the boats by filling with rice, then topping with salmon, avocado, spicy mayo, and green onion. Serve fresh.

https://unboundwellness.com/salmon-cucumber-boats/

Protein Banana Pudding

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt(or blended cottage cheese)
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional)
• 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup, to taste
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 
• 1 banana, sliced
• Graham crackers

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, protein powder, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. In a cup, bowl, or meal prep container, layer the yogurt mixture with sliced banana and graham crackers. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for the best taste
4. Serve cold and enjoy!

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The summer solstice is here! This is a time of abundance, fertility, and joy. And yet, many people forgo the experience of joy, thinking that pleasure must wait until later, when they’re a “better” version of themselves. But what if later never comes? Tomorrow is not guaranteed for any of us; therefore, we must embrace joy in the now. To do this, we must become fully embodied humans, using all of our senses to tap into the soul living within. Enjoy the meal, take the swim, dance with abandon; it’s in these simple, mundane, miraculous moments when we truly know happiness. As we walk toward the summer solstice, accept the invitation to choose joy today. You deserve it just as you are. 

What am I reading?

The Time Hop Coffee Shop by Phaedra Patrick 

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9780778310907

Joyful: The Surprising Power of Ordinary Things to Create Extraordinary Happiness by Ingrid Fetell Lee

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9780316399272

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What’s playing on repeat?

Boys Don’t Cry by the Cure 

What’s for dinner? 

Solo Snack Board

• Choose a soft spreadable cheese option and a hard cheese 
•  Choose 1–2 cured meat options. Prosciutto, spicy Calabrese salami, or rolled deli turkey work perfectly in small portions. Or plant-based options like tofu or tempeh 
• Add 1–2 handfuls of crisp produce. Try  apple slices, carrots, cucumbers, or bell pepper strips. Berries are another wonderful addition. 
•  Include 1–2 kinds of crackers or crusty bread.
•  Bring it all together with a small scoop of savory or sweet dip, such as hummus, honey, tzatziki, or a dab of spicy mustard.
•  Finish the board with a few salted nuts, pickles, olives, or a square of dark chocolate. 

Prebiotic Mocktail

Ingredients: 

• 1 can poppi Strawberry Lemon Probiotic Soda
• 3 strawberries, chopped
• 3 mint leaves
• Juice of half a lemon 
• Ice

Instructions: 

1. In a tall glass, add strawberries, mint, honey, and lemon juice and muddle. 
2. Fill glass with ice and top with poppi Strawberry Lemon Probiotic Soda.

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How do you start your day? Be honest… Do you greet the day with intention? Or does chaos reign each morning? It’s no secret that many of us have aren’t morning people, we’d rather hit the snooze button a few (dozen!) times than develop a morning routine. Some of us habitually reach for our phones before we’ve barely opened our eyes. Unfortunately, our reluctant waking may set us up for a less magical day and a less restful night. By creating a morning ritual infused with feminine energy, we give our parasympathetic nervous systems an opportunity to enter a rest & digest cycle. As we journey through the late spring woods, consider how you might revamp your own morning rituals. 

What am I reading?

The Alchemy of Flowers by Laura Resau
https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781400349098

The Anatomy of Awakening: The Five Hidden Codes to Activate Self Healing, Unlock Your Higher Consciousness and Live Your Divine Destiny by Dr. Sue Morter
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What’s playing on repeat?

Can’t Hold Us by Macklemore 

What’s for dinner?

Lentil Salad

Ingredients:

For the salad

• 1 1/2 cups dry green lentils or 4 1/2 cups cooked/canned
• 5 cups water
• 1 medium english cucumber, diced
• 1 cup diced small red onion
• 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and diced small
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta, optional I used Violife vegan feta
• 3-4 cups arugula or baby spinach, optional

For the dressing:

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons agave
• 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• few shakes ground black pepper

Instructions:

• Add the lentils and water to a large pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling, lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes until tender but not mushy. Drain and rinse under cold water so they stop cooking and cool fast. Add them to a large bowl.
  
  
• Chop the cucumber, red onion, red pepper and parsley and add them to the bowl with the lentils.
  
  
• Whisk all dressing ingredients in a medium bowl. Alternatively, add all ingredients to a mason jar and shake until well combined.
  
  
• Pour the dressing over the lentils and vegetables and stir everything together. Stir in the feta, if using, and serve over a bed of arugula or baby spinach, if desired. You can also simply mix the greens into the salad. Enjoy! 
  
  

Watermelon Salad W/ Feta & Mint

Ingredients:

Dressing:

2 tablespoons olive oil

3 tablespoons fresh lime juice

½ minced garlic clove 

¼ teaspoon salt

For the salad:

5 cups cubed watermelon

1 cup diced cucumber

¼ cup thinly sliced red onion

⅓ cup crumbled feta

1 avocado, cubed

⅓ cup torn fresh mint or basil leaves

½ jalapeño or serrano pepper, thinly sliced, optional

Sprinkle sea salt

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At the end of the weekend, do you find yourself asking, “Where did the time go?!” Does an endless list of tasks leave you feeling like all you do is work? What if we could reframe the way we spend our time and view it through the lens of self-care? There’s no denying that laundry and meal prep can seem like drudgery, but these tasks are also necessary to be fully functioning and independent humans. Caring for oneself often involves unglamorous work, but it can be sacred if we shift our perspective. We can also find the magic in short increments of time by meeting them with intention. As we listen to the morning birds, consider how you might reframe your relationship with the clock. 

What am I reading?

The Moonshine Women by Michelle Collins Anderson 

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781496748300

Magick for All Seasons by Marla Brooks
https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781578638505

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What’s playing on repeat?

I Touch Myself by the Divinyls 

What’s for dinner?

Roasted Brussels Sprout Kale Salad 

Ingredients:

1 lb Brussels sprouts

Head kale, trimmed and chopped

1-2 avocados, diced

1 lb sausage of choice

Pickled onions 

Goat cheese,  crumbled 

2 tablespoons olive oil

2-3 lemons, juiced 

Garlic, minced 

1 tablespoon grainy mustard

1 tablespoon maple syrup

Salt & pepper 

Instructions: 

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Thinly slice sprouts, dice sausage, add to parchment lined baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper. Bake until browned. Wash and chop kale, add to bowl with whisked olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, maple syrup, and mustard. Massage kale until fully coated. Top with pickled onions, roasted sprouts, sausage, and goat cheese. Toss, season to taste, and enjoy! 

Frozen Greek Yogurt Bites

Ingredients: 

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• ¼ cup peanut butter or nut butter of choice
• 2 tablespoon maple syrup
• 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¾ cup chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon avocado oil or coconut oil
• sea salt for sprinkling

Instructions:

• In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix until creamy.
  
  
• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the Greek yogurt mixture onto the parchment-lined baking sheet at a time until all the mixture is used. To make it easier, use a 1 tablespoon cookie scoop.  Place the bites in the freezer for about 4 hours.
  
  
• Once the Greek yogurt bites are frozen, add the chocolate chips and avocado oil to a microwave-safe bowl. Melt the chocolate chips by heating in 30-second intervals in the microwave, stirring well in between, until it's fully melted. 
  
  
• Dip the frozen Greek yogurt bites in the melted chocolate until they are coated in chocolate. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top of the chocolate coating. Enjoy!

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