February 14, 2025
Hello Followers,
Thank goodness it is Friday!
HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY.
Before adventuring out and exploring the challenges in forgiving ourselves, Dan and I would like you to join us in wishing our granddaughter Violet a Happy Birthday.
Having a granddaughter in our life is one of life’s greatest treasures.
She really does have this beautiful ability to bring love and happiness to our everyday life even if she is miles away.
Happy Birthday, Violet!
So, what is it that makes self-forgiveness so difficult at times?
Why do people often continue to punish themselves with relatively minor mistakes?
Engaging in actions that are not in line with our own values or self-beliefs can lead to feelings of guilt and regret.
Some people are just naturally more prone to reflect, which can make it easier to dwell on negative feelings.
The fact that self-forgiveness involves acknowledging wrongdoing and admitting that you might need to change can make the process more challenging.
People who are not yet ready to change may find it harder to truly forgive themselves.
Instead of admitting they might need to change, they might engage in a sort of artificial -self-forgiveness by simply overlooking or excusing their behavior.
Tomorrow, we are going to dive into potential drawbacks of forgiving yourself, stay tune.
You cannot travel back in time to fix your mistakes, but you can learn from them and forgive yourself for not knowing better.
🧀 Marinated Mozzarella Balls, Artichokes, and Olives 🍈🍋
Kick off your next party with this zesty and herby appetizer that pairs marinated mozzarella, artichokes, and olives with a burst of lemon and fresh herbs.
It is a mouthwatering start that will have everyone reaching for seconds!
📋 Ingredients
1/2 cup of olive oil 🫒
One garlic clove, finely grated 🧄
1 tsp dried Italian seasoning 🌿
A mix of fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, oregano, basil, parsley) 🌱
Zest of one small lemon 🍋
Salt and pepper to taste (go easy on the salt!) 🧂
One jar (12 oz) marinated artichokes, drained 🍂
8 oz mini fresh mozzarella balls, drained 🧀
1 1/2 cups pitted and stuffed green olives, drained 🍏
Chopped pistachios for garnish (optional) 🥜
👩🍳 Instructions
Make the Marinade:
In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, fresh herbs, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt and pepper until beautifully blended.
Toss the Ingredients:
Add artichokes, mozzarella, and olives to the marinade.
Toss gently to coat everything nicely.
Let It Marinate:
Allow the mix to sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to let those flavors become fast friends.
Serve It Up:
Spoon the mixture into a pretty serving dish, drizzle with a bit more olive oil, and sprinkle with chopped pistachios for a crunchy finish.
💡 Tips
Make Ahead: Whip this up a few hours before your event and keep it in the fridge the longer it marinates, the tastier it gets.
Serving Suggestions: Serve with slices of crusty bread or crispy crackers to soak up that delicious oil.
Try Other Olives: Mix things up with kalamata or black olives for a new twist.
This vibrant, flavorful dish is sure to be the star of your next gathering!
🎉🧀🍋
A Guided Mediation to help you overcome guilt.
Some people find it difficult to overcome guilt, to forgive themselves.
This can become a difficult load to bear.
This meditation will help you to forgive yourself and leave guilt behind you.
Until Saturday, feeling compassion for us in no way releases us from responsibility for our actions. Rather, it releases us from self-hatred that prevents us from responding
to our life with clarity and balance.
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