I started writing this blog in 2007 and continue today, hoping it will make its way to anyone who feels stuck while trying to make lifestyle changes to live at a healthy weight. Changing behaviors can be tricky if we don’t evaluate our perspective and adjust our expectations and mindset. I believe the foundation of lasting behavior change starts with four key elements:
1.) Self-compassion 2.) A growth mindset 3.) Joy in the journey 4.) Gratitude
Self-compassion is recognizing our humanity. It’s realizing and accepting that no human can be perfect 100% of the time. Therefore, when we make choices that aren’t in line with our goals, it’s an opportunity to learn, modify and move forward. This is called a Growth Mindset, and it leads to lasting success and facilitates joy in the journey! The fourth foundation of lasting behavior change is the practice of gratitude for today and using the good feeling energy of appreciation to propel us forward into the actions we want to take.
Losing The Weight of the Weight
The weight of the negative emotions that can accompany being overweight are as heavy if not even heavier than any amount of weight we could ever carry on our bodies. It’s not about the food. It’s not about will power. It’s not about want power. It’s not about...
Stubborn Flexibility
"Be stubborn about your goals and flexible about your methods." All is Well🌺 Terra
Black Bean Soup
Happy Tasty Tuesday Friends! Black bean soup. It's a staple, a classic, a humble dish that packs a flavor punch! This recipe is AWESOME because it offers a build-your-own-adventure approach. Want it smoky and rich? We've got chipotle peppers in adobo. Craving a...
STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE FLUFF
Because plain yogurt just isn't "dessert enough" by it's self! Oh do I love this one!! It's really been helping me stay on track, so I had to share! I'm a sweet tooth. Always have been and at this point, looks like I always will be! This makes cutting back on added...
BLT Salad
Forget the flimsy sandwiches and soggy lettuce, the BLT salad is having a moment! This is such an easy and quick recipe to create, and it stores so well! I like to make a few of these layered, pop them in the fridge, and mix it all together when I'm ready to eat it. I...
Garlic Mashed Cauliflower
Tasty Tuesday Enjoyers, Ditch the Spuds, and embrace the Fluff! Introducing: Garlic Mashed Cauliflower!! This one is for the comfort food lovers like myself! If you are craving that velvety smooth, melt-in-your-mouth goodness of mashed potatoes, but are staying...
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
Hey Everyone!! Hope your week has started off to be a fabulous one, and Happy Tasty Tuesday!! Today's recipe is the Pumpkin Pie Smoothie, and I cannot speak highly enough about it. This is one of those smoothies that never gets old, and can quickly become...
Apple Spice Baked Donuts
This recipe is AMAZING! I’ve been making a batch every week or so because Darin and I LOVE them... Total comfort food!! There is something sooo satisfying about making your own donuts, I don't know what it is! Maybe its because it is such a classic window food, or...
So Easy Caprese with FIG Balsamic
This SO Easy Caprese Salad is a great way to ssssssssssstretch out a piece of string cheese into a much larger snack! Besides being simple to assemble, it actually tastes better as a day or two after making , so it's the perfect veggie-based salad to make and have on...
Goat Cheese, Shrimp & Zucchini Noodles
Zucchini "noodles" are getting RAVE reviews and I've been wanting to try them for a while now. I even ordered my "Veggetti Pro" from Amazon, but I have been less than enthusiastic about taking the time to actually make them, so it's never been used. (Is it just me,...
McDonald’s Cherry Pie Remake
I can barely contain my excitement!! This is one of my new favorite go-to after dinner treats!! Hope you enjoy it as well. I found this no sugar added cherry pie filling on my Walmart app and it happened to actually be in stock. A good sign from the very...
Roasted Orange Blossom Honey Goat Cheese Flat Bread with Pumpkin Seeds
Anyone who knows me or reads my posts knows undoubtedly, my 2 favorite food categories are dessert and appetizers! Today's idea falls under appetizer and it's TOP NOTCH, if I do say so myself! This flat bread rivals any restaurant for the incredible explosion of taste...
Warm Fruit Crisp
Back by popular demand!!!! Not only is this a super healthy warm fruit crisp that tastes delicious, it will also give your home a heavenly smell while it's baking!!! Low in sugar and full of fiber, it will leave you feeling satisfied instead of sluggish!! Use any...
Terra’s Sweet AND Healthy Muffins!
Hello there! I'm excited to share the first "dessert" recipe I've posted in a while, and it's a great one! Here is the twist.... it's also an AWESOME breakfast!!! Although these muffins offer the sweet taste of classic desserts that would be viewed as a "guilty...
Terra’s Super Simple Vegetable Soup
I love this recipe because it is the ideal meal to easily throw together on a Sunday, toss it in the fridge or freezer, and lean on it all week when you don't feel like cooking! Not to mention it provides a day's full of vegetables! A Win Win!!! The two secret...
Terra’s Jalapeño Poppers
I consider myself a connoisseur of jalapeño poppers!! They are most definitely in my top 5 all-time favorite foods! After years of collecting research (aka ordering them at nearly every different restaurant we've ever frequented across the country😄) I knew I...