January 26, 2025
Hello Followers,
Welcome Sunday!
We are living with every step.
We cannot live with regret.
The past is the past.
We should not worry about it.
We cannot change it.
We cannot fix it.
It is what it is.
We are just living!
Today Dan and I will be focusing on learning from the experience of regret.
Turning regret into a learning experience involves reflecting on past mistakes, aligning actions with the ideal self, and using insights gained to make informed decisions in the future.
Self-reflection plays an important role in this process, allowing one to delve deep into the reasons behind their regrets.
By dissecting the choices made and understanding their impact, individuals gain clarity on areas needing improvement.
Acknowledging mistakes does not equate to failure but rather serves as steppingstones towards personal growth.
Embracing a growth mindset, individuals can view setbacks as opportunities for learning and development.
Next week we will be starting out with practice self-compassion.
RECAPPING THE WEEK
Never regret it. If it is good, it is wonderful.
If it is bad, it is an experience.
We cannot always change what has happened to us,
but we can change how we react and how we live in the future.
Living with no regrets is living successfully.
There is no point in regretting things that have happened,
but it makes a big difference to think about a solution or
idea to change the unexpected outcome or effects of the choices made.
Never take someone for granted.
Hold every person close to your heart because you might wake up one day
and realize that you have lost a diamond while you were too busy collecting stones.
Do not regret knowing the people who came into your life.
Good people give you happiness.
Bad ones give you experience.
The worst ones give you lessons, and the best people give you memories.
One of the greatest regrets in life is being what
others would want you to be, rather than being yourself.
Stop fretting about past decisions.
They have provided valuable wisdom.
Go forward without fear or regret.
Artichoke Soup
Artichoke Soup recipe that is perfect for when you are short on time! 🥣🌱
Ingredients
🥘 For the soup:
Two cans (14 oz each) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 🌱
2 tbsp olive oil 🫒
One medium onion, chopped 🌰
Two garlic cloves, minced ones. 🧄
Four cups of vegetable or chicken broth 🍲
One cup heavy cream or coconut milk 🥛
1 tsp dried thyme 🌿
½ tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste 🧂
Juice of one lemon 🍋
🍋 Optional Toppings:
Fresh parsley 🌿
Croutons 🥖
Grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
Instructions
One️ Sauté the Aromatics:
Heat olive oil 🫒 in a large pot over medium heat.
Add chopped onion 🌰 and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
Add minced garlic 🧄 and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Two️ Add Artichokes and Spices:
Stir in the chopped artichoke hearts 🌱, thyme 🌿, and paprika.
Cook for 2 minutes to combine the flavors.
Three️ Simmer:
Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth 🍲.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
Four️ Blend the Soup:
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or transfer to a blender in batches.
Five️ Finish with Cream:
Stir in the heavy cream 🥛 and lemon juice 🍋.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Heat gently, but do not boil.
Six️ Serve and Garnish:
Ladle into bowls and top with parsley 🌿, croutons 🥖, or Parmesan cheese 🧀 for added texture and flavor.
Pro Tip
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes 🌶️ for a spicy twist.
Pair with crusty bread 🥖 for dipping!
Enjoy your creamy, comforting Artichoke Soup! 😋✨
This meditation is designed to reduce your worries about the future and your regrets about the past.
This is a great meditation to reduce anxiety and stress, while fostering feelings of calm.
This guided meditation for anxiety and stress is a brief 10-minute meditation that you can do anytime, anywhere.
Until Monday, spend eighty percent of your time focusing on
the opportunities of tomorrow rather than the problems of yesterday.
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