Author: Dawn Silva/InitiateWellness
Are you looking to break bad habits eliminate cravings, accomplish weight loss, have more self-confidence and reach your goals?
When you work with me you will achieve your goals, and make lifestyle improvements. You'll learn what food choices are right for you personally and how to prepare them quickly and easily. You will experience overall wellness and become less stressed. We will work on particular concerns you may have. You will also be able to easily continue this way of eating and living because it's not a diet; it's a new way of living -there's no counting calories, carbs, proteins and you won't feel deprived.
Don't diet, just change the way you eat and think about food! Be happy, healthy and full of life! Initiate Wellness, because change begins when you're ready.
Healthy Shepherd’s Pie
Today is the first day of Spring but it’s cold and yesterday our area was host to 16.1 inches of snow so I’m in the mood for warming, comfort food; I decided on shepherd’s pie. In my desire to keep foods healthy I made it with organic ground turkey breast. You can make it with any…… Continue reading Healthy Shepherd’s Pie
Becoming Fifty
February 21, 2013 Wow! So, what does becoming fifty mean to me? Feel like to me? Sound like to me? And what does it look like to me? Becoming fifty means I made it through hard times, sad times, good times and unforgettable miracles and tragedies in my life and outside of my life. It…… Continue reading Becoming Fifty
Barley, Kale & White Bean Soup
3-4 Tbs. olive oil 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 large onion, chopped 1-2 bay leaves 1 cup regular barley or pearl barley, rinsed & drained 2- 15 oz cans cannelini or butter beans, rinsed & drained 10 cups chicken or vegetable stock 4 cups washed, torn kale (or spinach) Combine oil, garlic and onion in…… Continue reading Barley, Kale & White Bean Soup
Does Making a Change Scare You?
Contentment and security is something we all want. Excitement and diversion is also something we long for; sometimes to the point of turmoil. Sometimes change is out of your control and you are forced to adapt. In the beginning you might feel that everything is a mess; that you won’t get through it-but you usually…… Continue reading Does Making a Change Scare You?
Do You Sometimes Feel Stuck?
Do you find yourself feeling stuck but you don’t know why or even how to describe your “stuck” feelings? Everyone feels stuck at one time or another. If you’re feeling stuck, think about what might be causing it; are you overwhelmed with work, projects or responsibility? Maybe you’re bored or uninspired with your lifestyle habits as…… Continue reading Do You Sometimes Feel Stuck?
Internal wellness = External wellness
Have you ever looked at someone or talked to someone who seems unhappy, angry, miserable or just plain sad? Do you walk away wondering why they might be in a negative way? Have you ever felt his way yourself and don’t know exactly what to do to change this feeling? Quite often these feelings are…… Continue reading Internal wellness = External wellness
Turkey Chili
This was a last minute decision meal that turned out perfectly delicious and nutritious. Leftover or fresh turkey, chicken or even a “meatless chicken” will work just as well. It is spicy-sweet and satisfying. 1 1/2-2 lbs. cooked turkey 4 cups broth or water 2 cans beans, rinsed & drained – I used one each of black…… Continue reading Turkey Chili
Picpoul de Pinet
I’m more of a red wine fan-of course because of it’s benefits but I have a new favorite white wine. I tasted it at a wine store a month ago, it was crisp and smooth, not too sweet, not too dry so I bought a bottle. This wine comes from France. It’s been a little tough to find…… Continue reading Picpoul de Pinet
Butternut Bisque
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter 1 large or 2 small butternut squash, halved lengthwise & roasted in oven @ 350° for about an hour until soft (line baking sheet with oiled foil for easy cleanup) 3 carrots, chopped 1 medium onion, chopped coarsely 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced or pressed through garlic press 8 cups vegetable stock…… Continue reading Butternut Bisque
Initiate Wellness ~ Every New Dawn 