Running has so many positive benefits to your overall health, here are a few listed. Start off slow with fast walking, then move to jogging and eventually running. Make sure you stay hydrated and stretch before and after beginning your run to avoid cramps. Eating healthy on top of running is an added plus. 🙂
My go to late night snack is fruit salads. I cut up some fresh strawberries and bananas and threw some blueberries on top . To bring out even more sweatness I added some good ol’ honey. Step away from the late night junk food and start snacking on some foods that will benifit your overall well being. 🙂
I decided to try something different, so I dropped into this little grill shop on the corner. This grill house has a large variety of burgers, sanwhichs and shakes. I decided to try the bison slidders and fries, which were a reasonable $9. I give their food a good 4 out of 5 on the taste. I was a very happy customer indeed 🙂
I’m finding that when the suns shinning bright and I’m feeling stressed, I need to take a break and go outside. I start to feel better when I go out for a walk or even a short jog. Fresh air and clearing my head brings me back to a happy place. The little things really can make a big difference.
Sometimes it’s good to ask your self, “what am I afraid of?” Slowly start dissecting why you fear this and work towards overcoming it. You won’t reach your full potential if you’re stuck in your comfort zone. I’m learning this slowly, but surely. In order to face fear we have to look it in the eye and FIGHT it . If we don’t that fear will consume us.
I seemed to keep having a reoccurring dream about a monster/demon chasing me. I would find myself running away and tripping and waking up terrified and drenched in sweat. I was so pissed that this dream kept happening, and each time I ran I thought I could escape the creature, but I never seemed to run fast enough. One night before I went to sleep I thought to myself, I’m tired of running, time to fight…
I went to sleep that night bracing myself for what was about to happen. I saw the shadow of the creature but instead of running, I looked around me for a weapon or ANYTHING I could use to whoop this monsters ass. I was so used to running that I failed to realize the shovel that was on the ground. I gripped that shovel so tight and remember screaming into the unknown. I stood still, and watched as the the shadow was so large, but the creature was small. It ran past me without so much of a second glance.
I woke up relieved and happy as ever. I saw this dream as a sign that our fears look bigger than they actually are. Once you face them, you will see you are bigger and stronger than any fear. Fears are lies and tricks so say strong, and face your fears…
“To be beautiful means to be yourself. You don’t need to be accepted by others. You need to accept yourself.”
—Thich Nhat Hanh
Do what makes you happy. You don’t have to prove yourself to anyone. Those who truely love you will accept you for the imperfect beautiful human being you are.
I love myself, and that is why it is possible to love you. Self love is the cure to self hate. Self love cancure the world. (Photo credit: deeplifequotes)
Well I’m realizing I haven’t really been blogging. So here goes some random thoughts and a brief recap of my day.
Recently I took some time off school to figure out what the heck I really want to do in the public relations field. I was getting amazing grades and still had an above average social life, but I still felt something was missing. Can’t really explain it, but I had a yearning for something more. Having alone time has really been an eye opening experience. I’m learning to love the hell out of my own company again. I would always want the approval and affection from others, but clearly I was lacking in the self- love department. I been keeping a journal latley, meditating and getting into some toning routines. All three have been spirit lifters and small goals that I believe will help me channel my energy in a more positive way.
Any who, today I met up with an old friend and played outside with his nieces (mind you it rained earlier and was super cloudy but the kids didn’t care). One was three the other five, I believe. These little girls were so smart they really brightened my day. The three year old would follow me around and ask me questions constantly. I loved her thirst for knowledge and answers. Some questions I couldn’t even give her the answer too. The young mind is so
beautiful, makes me wonder when I stopped asking questions. I helped them ride their new bikes and played some phones games with them. Funny part is the five year old looked up at me with a big smile and asked, “When are you gonna have kids?”
This question was so random and definitely had me laugh a bit. I just don’t want to worry about having children of my own at the moment. I love being around other people’s children, but it just seems so weird to even picture myself with them right now. I still have some serious traveling to do. Not to mention I see no potential husband prospects at the moment. I’m not looking for them either.
After parting ways with my dear friend, I received an email about an internship for the fall in the D.C. area. I’m praying I get the opportunity to get it. it relates to healthy food, which has been something I’m loving now. Not to mention the awesome company gives back to feed hungry children. So I shall stay positive, and if it’s meant to be, i’m sure they will hit me back. 🙂
Trying new things is scarey at first but exciting once you get over your fear. I’m rying to use my fear as fuel to fly now. Soon I’ll be soaring high, but first i have to break my comfort zone shell ( I so stole some of this from India Aries new CD ha).
Overall, TODAY WAS GOOD.
This has been on repeat for the past couple days. Lianne La Havas has a very soulful sound that dances around your mind and warms your heart. The video shows La Havas falling in love with someone who she terms “Elusive”. Elusive is defined as something that is difficult to find, catch or achieve. She is intrigued by his lifestyle and his ‘no rules’ mentality which seems to draw her closer. This ‘no rules’ love affair takes us on a ride down the rabbit hole, where the power of love lights up even the darkest of corners.
Most often, people complain about not having enough money to go on a “nice” date. Depending on the individual, money won’t play a large factor on the date. Great energy, conversation and chemistry ultimately will influence the outcome of the date.Dates shouldn’t necessarily have a pricey price tag attached with it. If your date is complaining about the money during the date, maybe you should reconsider seeing the person for a second time around.Ha 🙂
HERE ARE SOME COOL DATE IDEAS
Attend a Art Gallery
It’s always an experience to hear different interpretations of art work. Take some time out and check out a local art show exhibits and let your imagination run wild.
2. Visit Amateur Night at Your Local Coffee Shop or Bar.
If your a stand-up kind of guy/gal why not hit the stage yourself, and show your creative skills to your date. Open mic nights usually showcase talents from spoken word, singers, dancers, improve etc. Good vibes and good laughs will also be a natural nerve relaxer
3. Visit Your Local Farmers Market.
Taking a nice stroll outside around the community farmers market, would allow you both to try new things. If it’s a n ice day outside take advantage of the scenery and weather.
4.Hit up Your Local Zoo/Aquarium
If your date likes animals, try taking them to a zoo in your local area.
5. Visit a Nice Mellow Jazz Club
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Dim lighting, nice music and wine can bring a calming energy to any date. Just make sure you don’t overdue it on the wine. No one likes someone who cannot hold their liquor on the first date.
6. Take Cooking Classes
Groupon and Living Social are notorious for cheap cooking classes check them out in your local area. This experience will also allow you to see if your partner is talented in the kitchen.
7. Go Star Gazing.
When its a beautiful night, find a nice location to lay out stare up at the stars and openly talk to one another. Make sure your comfortable with the person your going to a remote location with.
8. Beach Picnic
Pack a nice bag filled with sandwiches, drinks and fruit and hit a beach. Make sure your date is fine with being outside for long periods of time before throwing this idea on them. Don’t forget to pack some sunscreen as well. Applying sunscreen to your partner will also allow for a more intimate experience, if they are comfortable with you doing so.
9. Theme Park Madness
Summers ending but it’s not too late to hit up an amusement park. If your date is a thrill seeker, it’s fun to experience thrill and fear together.
10. Visit a Wine tasting or Brewer
Some places offer free wine tasting. Do a little research to find out if places near you offer cheap or free beer or wine tasting. Just make sure you know your limits when it comes to consuming alcohol. If you both are going to indulge there is no harm in taking a taxi.
Hot summer days call for refreshing beverages. Instead of the typical unhealthy soda’s and “real fruit juice’s” that aren’t so “real” try something new. I was looking around my cabinets and stumbled across some Jasmine tea that had not been put to use. I thought it would be fun to try flavor the tea myself. Thus, the idea of strawberry jasmine tea came about.
Jasmine tea is known to lower blood pressure, strengthen the immune system, lower cholesterol levels and regulate aging processes in our bodies. It is claimed that drinking jasmine tea can assist those who want to lose weight. It also possesses sedative qualities and is said to help prevent strokes, arterial sclerosis and heart attacks.
This tea has amazing benefits for the body. Try fun new ways in preparing jasmine tea, or could try my idea. 🙂
There are several different ways to prepare tea. Experiment different ways until you figure out which method works best for your taste buds.
Courageous Mimi 