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Show 2/9 - Talk life, spirituality, and food with popular blogger Sydney Adams

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Falafel Burgers: My Catharsis is Found

By Sydney On January 28, 2014 · Add Comment

What is more soul-satisfying: going through a drive-through for a burger, or making a burger followed by eating it? Answer: Probably both. In this case, it’s the latter. I rarely stress eat. I usually stress cook with the purpose of helping others stress eat. More sharing about myself: I believe a good burger is incredibly [...]Read Full Article →

VIDEO UPDATE: Nostalgia-Inducing Miso Soup

By Sydney On January 24, 2014 · Add Comment

Happy Friday, everyone! This week’s video update is about kale. For those of you who were curious about what to do with one of the recipe cards from this week, this is your moment! So many people I know have been getting sick over the past two weeks – including me. And I’m wondering….does [...]Read Full Article →

Recipe Cards: Week of January 20, 2014

On January 22, 2014 By Sydney

This week’s recipe cards are a preview of what’s to come this Friday, January 24, and upcoming Tuesday, January 27. Download the Recipe Cards by clicking on their links below. Try them out! Let me know if you’re having any trouble, questions, or are curious about the general methodology. Nostalgia-Inducing Miso Soup Read Full Article →

Catch It Down in New Orleans: Red Beans and Rice

On January 21, 2014 By Sydney

The latest season of Bravo’s “Top Chef” is in full swing. This time around, everything takes place in New Orleans. Besides the standard culinary entertainment, drama, and challenges, a ton of education about the cuisine of New Orleans is being released. Seriously, start catching up if you haven’t started watching. It’s the most solid grouping [...]Read Full Article →

Don’t Think: Balsamic-Glazed Salmon

On January 17, 2014 By Sydney

I have decided to take twenty-four hours to revitalize myself as soon as I get home from work today. Mr. Right is working 36 miles away, and won’t be home until after 2 AM. I am going to cook myself a simple, but elegant meal, and serve it with a glass of “the good wine.” [...]Read Full Article →

Recipe Cards: Week of January 13, 2014

On January 15, 2014 By Sydney

This week’s recipe cards are a preview of what’s to come this Friday, January 17, and upcoming Tuesday, January 21. Download the Recipe Cards by clicking on their links below. Try them out! Let me know if you’re having any trouble, questions, or are curious about the general methodology. Quick-Fix Balsamic Glazed Salmon [...]Read Full Article →

Asparagus and Lemon Risotto: Patience is a Virtue, and Other Profound Life Lessons

On January 14, 2014 By Sydney

I don’t know why I always choose to try recipes I’ve never prepared before when company is coming over. One of our best friends currently attends the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma. She’s a lovely girl: full of barbed wit, euphemisms, and confidence. (It takes a very secure person to take as many selfies [...]Read Full Article →

VIDEO UPDATE: Kale Magic with Ginger and Sesame

On January 10, 2014 By Sydney

Happy Friday, everyone! This week’s video update is about kale. For those of you who were curious about what to do with one of the recipe cards from this week, this is your moment! I know, I know. Kale is everywhere these days. In green smoothies, a raw salad, fake sandwich wrap, [...]Read Full Article →

Recipe Cards: Week of January 6, 2014

On January 8, 2014 By Sydney

This week’s recipe cards are a preview of what’s to come this Friday, January 10, and upcoming Tuesday, January 14. Download the Recipe Cards by clicking on their links below. Try them out! Let me know if you’re having any trouble, questions, or are curious about the general methodology. Asparagus & Lemon Risotto [...]Read Full Article →

All right, I Caved: Pumpkin Mania in the form of Delicious Soup

On December 23, 2013 By Sydney

Somehow I’ve managed to resist all things pumpkin-related this year thus far. No pumpkin spice lattes in September, pumpkin bread and curry in October, and – until Thanksgiving – pumpkin pie in November. I’ve managed to avoid the temptation of glossy handouts, recipe cut-outs, and magazine photos…..even a fall issue of “Food Network” magazine with [...]Read Full Article →

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Show on 1/17 - How to cleanse our body and mind:

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Food/liquid cleanses to clean out our system.

Dr. Oz's 48-Hour Weekend Cleanse 

Be sure to print the complete shopping list in order to prepare all the recipes that accompany this plan!

The practice of detoxifying the body to rid it of unhealthy toxins has been around for centuries. Hippocrates recommended fasting to improve health, and many religious groups have historically used fasting as a way of purifying the spirit. Today the marketplace is cluttered with detox diets that promise to help you lose weight, boost your energy levels and more. However, many popular detox diets, especially those that involve extreme low-calorie fasting, can rob the body of important nutrients and place the body in starvation mode, which actually slows your metabolism. Other downsides of many detox diets include: dehydration, fatigue, dizziness, nausea and even colon damage. The Body’s Detox System Oftentimes people don’t realize that the body has its own extraordinary internal detoxification system. Here’s a brief look at three critical organs involved:

The Liver: Your first line of defense against toxins is your liver, which acts like a filter in preventing toxic substances contained in foods from passing into your blood stream.

The Colon: This organ has bacteria that produce both healthy and unhealthy chemicals. You want to keep your colon flowing regularly since its main role is to flush out toxic chemicals before they can do you any harm.   

The Kidneys: Like clockwork, the kidneys are constantly filtering your blood and getting rid of toxins in the form of urine.

For a detox diet to truly work, you need to maintain these three key organs by nourishing your body with the right nutrients. Dr. Oz’s 48-Hour Weekend Cleanse is based upon eating certain “detoxifying” foods that will keep these systems running smoothly. The plan couldn’t be simpler to follow so you’re not always focused on what to eat next. You'll need to prepare and eat the following meals and snacks two days in a row. To get ready for the weekend cleanse, print out the complete cleanse shopping list and make a trip to the supermarket. Get the shopping list here.

http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/48-hour-weekend-cleanse

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Worn Wear – a Film About the Stories We Wear Presented by Patagonia Directed by Keith, Lauren, Chris, and Dan Malloy

Worn Wear is an exploration of quality – in the things we own and the lives we live. This short film takes you to an off-the-grid surf camp in Baja, Mexico; a family’s maple syrup harvest in Contoocook, New Hampshire; an organic farm in Ojai, California; and into the lives of a champion skier, a National Geographic photographer, and a legendary alpinist. It also features exclusive interviews with Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard.

Released as an antidote to the Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping frenzy, Worn Wear is an invitation to celebrate the stuff you already own.

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Soooo true!!!

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A spiritual awakening led a chef to his new job at the soup kitchen in October 2012, making just one-third of his previous salary.

When priorities shift, you do things differently!!!

From kitchen star to Salvation Army chef

In this Nov. 14, 2013 photo, a Bible verse is written on the wall where chef Jeff Ansorge waits to serve lunch at the Salvation Army Eastside Corp Community Center in St. Paul, Minn. Ansorge, who used to command a staff of 17 at a posh downtown Minneapolis restaurant making nearly $80,000 a year, gave it all up to become the cook in charge of a Salvation Army soup kitchen where the meals are free. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)

By JEFF BAENEN

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - Jeff Ansorge once commanded a staff of 17 and made around $80,000 a year as executive chef at a posh downtown Minneapolis restaurant where a 24-ounce dry aged Porterhouse steak goes for $48. But he gave it all up to become the head cook of a Salvation Army soup kitchen, where the meals are free.

Now he brings his culinary skills to bear making salmon, ribs and stews for the poor and homeless who come to The Salvation Army Eastside Corps Community Center in St. Paul. For the Thanksgiving meal that's being served Wednesday, Ansorge planned a traditional feast of turkey with stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, cranberry sauce and rolls, served on tables covered with white tablecloths.

"It is not your old-fashioned soup kitchen where you get a bowl of soup and a piece of bread and (are) sent on your way. He makes phenomenal meals that you would pay quite a bit of money to go to a restaurant and have," Salvation Army Capt. John Joyner said of Ansorge, who left The Capital Grille to run the soup kitchen.

The clients agree.

"This is outstanding. On a scale of 1 to 10, I give him an 8-and-a-half, yep," Donnie Richardson, 55, a homeless man from St. Paul, said over a meal of chicken thighs, rice and mixed vegetables in the center's white-walled gymnasium.

Ansorge, 40, says a spiritual awakening led him to his new job at the soup kitchen in October 2012, making just one-third of his previous salary.

"I went through a divorce. I was suffering from major depression for four years. And my priorities were all wrong," Ansorge recalled while standing near the center's pantry shelves. "I wanted the high-paying job. I wanted the big house. I wanted the cars. I wanted all that. And ultimately, none of that satisfied me."

Ansorge started cooking when he was 16 at a mom-and-pop restaurant. He went to school in Rhode Island, earning degrees in culinary arts and food service management before joining The Capital Grille, where he spent 12 years.

Now Ansorge is lucky to get as many as three volunteers to help him in the soup kitchen. On a recent Thursday, Ansorge - a trim man with short gray hair - set up the tables, seasoned, seared and baked the chicken thighs, dished up meals and wiped down the tables afterward. Instead of a traditional white chef's hat and uniform, he wears a dark blue T-shirt with the words "SHIELD CREW" in white with the red Salvation Army insignia, and blue jeans.

Raised Catholic, Ansorge - a former altar boy - said he drifted away from his faith in his 20s and 30s. Despite his prominent position at the restaurant, Ansorge said he was spiraling downward.

"My priorities were backwards. I had a big mortgage, I had car payments, I had credit card debts," Ansorge said. "And now I have none of that."

He sent about 10 applications to mainly Christian nonprofits, hoping to make a change. He chose The Salvation Army because "it's a nonprofit that works with people that need help."

Joyner said The Salvation Army initially felt Ansorge was overqualified. But none of the other candidates seemed a good fit.

"His credentials are unbelievable. He could easily be making two, three times what he makes working for us. But he told us that he wanted to give back and he really wanted to do this," Joyner said.

Susan Dunlop, chef and co-owner of Joan's In The Park restaurant in St. Paul, worked with Ansorge for nearly three years at The Capital Grille. She says she's not surprised by his decision.

"That's his true passion. He wanted to do something where he was giving back to the community," Dunlop said. "It's who he is. He needs to do that to be happy."

Ansorge didn't just bring cooking skills. Joyner said Ansorge's shopping skills save the organization money.

Ansorge said he looks for bargains on food nearing its expiration date that grocery stores don't want to sell but has been frozen and is salvageable. The Salvation Army also has a partnership with the Second Harvest Heartland food bank that allows it to get 40-pound cases of mixed poultry for $5, he said.

Before Ansorge came to the soup kitchen, The Salvation Army spent $28,000 on its lunch program at the East Side center. In Ansorge's first year there, he spent $13,000 on the lunch program. The center serves from 80 to 140 people each day at its Monday through Friday noon meal.

Ansorge also tries to bring nutritional value to whatever meal he serves. For some, it may be their only meal of the day.

He's eliminated desserts and cut back on the fat and sugars in meals.

"I don't want to feed them anything that I wouldn't eat," he said. "I try to feed them something that I would feed to my own family."

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Don't let your anger get to ridiculous extremes. Forgive and let go!

Funny coincidence that I just finished a show on forgiveness and not holding grudges and I just saw this list. It's funny yet sad that people could take their feuds to this extreme!

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/healthymagicallifewithjossi/2013/11/21/forgiveness-why-it-is-healthy-and-necessary-for-our-happiness

5 Insanely Childish Ways People Are Dealing With Grudges

By XJ Selman,  A.C. Grimes November 20, 2013 114,719 views

Add to FavoriIn modern civilization, if you have a grievance with another human being, you can't simply bash them over the head with a mastodon bone and toss them in a tar pitNo, as the following touched souls demonstrate, you must psychologically torment your nemesis until your vendetta ends up as a blurb scored to "Yakety Sax" on the evening news. Here are five individuals who are the earthly incarnates of George Costanza.

#5. Guy Hates Neighbors, Fills Yard With Toilets

Augusta, Maine, plumber David Labbe had plans to demolish his home and sell the property to a developer, who would plop down a Dunkin' Donuts in its place. But when Augusta officials scotched plans for the fried dough franchise after neighbors voiced their concerns, Labbe began filling his lawn with toilets, because "They pissed me off, I'm going to piss them off now."

And so sprang up his protest -- a street-side garden of flower-festooned piss pots (and a crudely painted call for commodes):

onlinesentinel.com Good call. After 75, you just look like a crazy person.

As of last month, Labbe had at least a dozen toilets facing the street. He boasted to local press that he was going "to line the whole street with toilets." ("I figure I can put almost a hundred up in there," he warned.) To reiterate, basically nobody in Augusta wanted this Dunkin' Donuts except for Labbe, who also used his newfound infamy to inform the press that he hates the town because it's packed to the gills with sex offenders.

Lisa F. Young/iStock/Getty Images Which might explain why they're so adamant about keeping Dunkin' Donuts away.

#4. Angry Man Blasts Cannon at Neighbor Constantly

Residents of Chautauqua County, New York, were recently treated to an impromptu Civil War re-enactment when an ongoing dispute between 52-year-old Brian J. Malta and a neighbor prompted Malta to whip out his replica of a Civil War-era cannon and start partying like it was 1861.

buffalonews.com "When he wakes up this mornin' He'll have sworn it was judgment day."

In other words, Malta farted cannon booms in his neighbor's general direction again and again for days on end. Whatever the dispute was, it wasn't dire enough to warrant the use of actual cannonballs, but police charged Malta with being a noisy prick (paraphrasing the law here) and presumably every other news rag in the greater Buffalo metro $1,000,000 for groan-worthy headlines like "UNCIVIL WAR" and "A BALL-LESS BATTLE."

#3. Man Spends $1,500 to Fight $100 Parking Ticket

Last month, Vic Bryant of British Columbia was faced with a parking violation after authorities claimed that his son had parked in a spot too close to a driveway. But since Bryant was only given six days' notice before his ticket was to be contested (instead of the minimum of 14 required by law), he missed the early deadline and was unable to show up on the designated day, jacking up his parking ticket to $100.

Stockbyte/Stockbyte/Getty Images It was the most offensive move in Canadian law enforcement history.

At this point, Bryant proceeded to hire a lawyer, who successfully got the city to void the fine. Unfortunately for Bryant and his unflagging devotion to principle, the legal fees cost him the price of 15 overdue parking tickets, none of which was reimbursed by the city. So score one for enforcing the letter of the law, subtract $1,500 (and the peace of mind that incredibly minor events in your life are not international news).

#2. Dude Turns His Life Savings into Gold, Says He Threw It Away to Spite His Ex

A few months ago, Earl Ray Jones of Colorado was ordered by a judge to hand over $3,000 per month to his former wife of 25 years. But because Jones apparently attended the Ron Swanson School of Financial Management, he told the court he turned their entire life savings of $500,000 into 22 pounds of gold bars and coins and then threw it in a motel dumpster.

Christian Murdock/The Gazette "Soiled mattress marks the spot."

If he did toss the gold like a sack of moldy potatoes, it's unclear if Jones has any real plan to retrieve his riches (as he's rather unsurprisingly stewing in jail after being convicted of being a terrible human being). And speaking of deranged ways to get revenge on your former spouse ...

#1. Man Buys House Next to His Ex-Wife, Installs a Giant Middle Finger

In Orchard Lake, Michigan, a strip club owner by the name of Alan Markovitz recently decided to purchase a new house, because installing the most inertia-free stripper poles and restocking the cocktail sauce for the buffet can wait.

But Markovitz had ulterior motives with his fresh real estate, which, not coincidentally, was right next to the house of his ex-wife and her new lover. What intentions, to be exact? A giant middle finger.

huffingtonpost.com What is it with Michigan and giant hands?

The statue, which is clearly visible through his ex-wife's window, is illuminated with a spotlight that keeps it shining all throughout the night, reminding her now and forever that a guy who's embroiled in a class action lawsuit brought against him by 700 exotic dancers just might have some relationship issues.

Read more: http://www.cracked.com/quick-fixes/5-insanely-childish-ways-people-are-dealing-with-grudges/#ixzz2lFAvGqJd

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Show 11/19- What is depression and how to banish, manage, and minimize it!

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Some tips for improving our mood!! Always useful to get ideas from different sources. 

30 Ways to Improve Your Mood When You’re Feeling Down

By Madison Sonnier

“The secret of joy is the mastery of pain.” ~ Anais Nin  

When I was eighteen, I got depressed and stayed depressed for a little over a year. For over a year, every single day was a battle with myself. For over a year, every single day felt heavy and pointless.

I have since made tremendous progress by becoming more self-aware, practicing self-love, and noticing the infinite blessings and possibilities in my life, but I still have days when those familiar old feelings sneak up on me.

I’m not always self-aware, I don’t always love myself, and sometimes I agonize over everything I don’t have or haven’t accomplished.

I call these days “zombie days.” I’ll just completely shut down and desperately look for ways to distract myself from my feelings.

I suspect we all have zombie days from time to time. I think it’s important to give ourselves permission to not always be happy, but there are also simple ways to improve our mood when we’re feeling down.

Everybody is different, and everybody has different ways of dealing with pain, but if you’re looking for suggestions, you may find these helpful:

1. Step back and self-reflect. Whenever I start feeling depressed, I try to stop, reflect, and get to the root of my feelings.  

2. Reach out to someone. I used to bottle up my feelings out of fear that I would be judged if I talked about them. I’ve since learned that reaching out to a loving, understanding person is one of the best things I can do.    

3. Listen to music. Music can heal, put you in a better mood, make you feel less alone, or take you on a mental journey.   

4. Cuddle or play with pets. I have really sweet and happy dogs that are always quick to shower me with love whenever they see me. Spending quality time with a loving pet can instantly make your heart and soul feel better.  

5. Go for a walk. Walking always helps me clear my head and shed negative energy. It’s especially therapeutic if you choose to walk at a scenic location.  

6. Drink something healthy and reinvigorating. For some reason, orange juice always puts me in a better mood and makes me feel revitalized and serene. There are many health and mood benefits of drinking orange juice and other fruit juices.    

7. Write. Writing is usually the first thing I do when I’m feeling down. It always helps me get my thoughts and feelings out in front of me.    

8. Take a nap. Sometimes we just need to recharge. I always feel better after getting some rest.   

9. Plan a fun activity. Moping around never helps me feel any better, so it usually helps to plan something fun to do if I’m feeling up to it. It can be something as simple as creating my own vision board or something as big as planning a trip.     

10. Do something spontaneous. Some of my favorite memories entail choices I made spontaneously. We should all learn to let go of routine every now and then and do something exciting and unplanned.      

11. Prioritize. Sometimes I feel depressed when my priorities are out of balance. I try to make sure I’m giving a fair amount of attention to all the priorities in my life, such as work, relationships, health, and personal happiness.

12. Look through old photographs or snap some new ones. Sorting through old memories or capturing new ones usually puts a smile on my face.   

13. Hug someone. I am definitely a hugger. Hugs are such an easy way to express love and care without having to say a word.  

14. Laugh. Watch a funny movie or spend time with someone who has a good sense of humor. Laughing releases tension and has a natural ability to heal.  

15. Cry. I don’t like crying in front of people, but whenever I have an opportunity to slink away and cry by myself, I always feel better afterwards. Crying releases pain.  

16. Read back over old emails or text messages, or listen to old voicemails. Whenever I feel dejected or bad about myself, I like to read kind emails and comments from my blog readers or listen to cute voicemails from my grandmother. Doing so reminds me that I’m loved, thought about, and appreciated.  

17. Reconnect with someone. Get back in touch with an old friend or a family member that you haven’t spoken to in awhile. Reconnecting with people almost always puts me in a good mood and fills my heart up with love.   

18. Write yourself a letter. I try to separate myself from my ego and give myself a pep talk every now and then. Cicero said, “Nobody can give you wiser advice than yourself.”  

19. Try a deep breathing exercise. There are all kinds of deep breathing exercises out there. Find one you like and do it whenever you’re feeling stressed or overly emotional.  

20. Cultivate gratitude. Practicing genuine gratitude on a daily basis has been a major source of healing in my life. When I step back and notice everything I have to be grateful for, it makes me feel like I have everything I need and that nothing is lacking. It makes me feel whole.   

21. Re-watch a funny or inspiring YouTube video. I recommend Webcam 101 for Seniors. That video cheers me up every time. There are so many funny and inspiring videos online.    

22. Bake something. Baking has always been therapeutic and entertaining for me. Plus, I can eat whatever I baked and share it with others afterward.  

23. Get out of the house. I work from home, so a large majority of my time is spent indoors, planted in front of my laptop. I have to make a point to get out every now and then, whether it’s to get some fresh air or go out to eat with a friend.    

24. Focus on what truly matters to you. Sometimes I forget what matters to me and what isn’t that important. Some things just aren’t worth getting too upset over.  

25. Take a negative comment or situation and look for something positive about it. If someone says something negative to me or I get stuck in an unpleasant situation, sometimes it helps to look at it from a different angle. Perspective is everything.  

26. Daydream. Take a mental vacation. Let your mind wander for a while.   

27. Let some natural sunlight come in. Opening all the blinds and curtains and letting natural sunlight flood your home can help elevate your mood.   

28. Take a mental health day. Sometimes we just need to take a day to clear our heads and nurture our souls. My mental health has a history of being a bit erratic, so nurturing it is a priority in my life.     

29. Let go. This is a very simple mantra of mine. I usually say it to myself multiple times each day, which has been very liberating and empowering.    

30. Read Tiny Buddha. And of course, you can always read Tiny Buddha! I personally love the quotes section. There is a category for almost every universal theme or emotion.

What helps you improve your mood?

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The blood flow to the brain is increased while exercising. The fitter one is, the more the blood flow increases.

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Yoga training can help improve quality of life in individuals with COPD   

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Genetically Modified Foods (GMO) are being pushed by the biotech/chemical companies. Be informed and be aware!!! It could harm us and our children and our environment!!

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