Not much sleep this week! Probably not very helpful for my recovery :/ That’s will going slow and I think the hour change is having an effect on me too. I’m just so tired! From the time change, election watching, and picking Spring classes (o boy!), this is definitely a TGIF week! I’m thinking there is going to have to be some napping this weekend! There should be napping every weekend (but that never happens…mindless scrolling of Facebook or Instagram usually takes over).
Alas, we have only 43 days till Christmas and another weekend is upon us. I’m breaking out the Christmas music now…you should too. iHeartRadio Christmas channels are officially leaching from my speakers! Listen while you browse this week’s Friday Finisher! Happy weeknd!
Monday: Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf
MY LATEST VIDEOSWednesday: Rustic Gluten-Free Cornbread
Recently Updated: The Healthiest Crustless Pumpkin Pie
Blog Posts and Links I loved this week:
Life, Mind, Body, Spirit:
+ 24 Self-Care Ideas You Can Do Today
Yes to all of them!
+ Overcoming Burnout: How To Regain Peace, Purpose, Joy
Ashley knows what she’s talking about!
+ Life Is About Choosing Which Dreams To Follow And Which To Let Go Of
That is true. We can’t follow them all.
+ Scared To Ask For Something? 4 Pieces Of Encouragement For Doing It Anyway
Asking is better than not asking…even when it’s scary and you feel stupid!
+ 3-Second Brain Exercise To Finding Joy
Wanna try it?
+ 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do
I have some work there!
And just like that, you expanded your day!
+ How To Make Immediate Behavior Changes
That’s powerful!
Food:
+ My Parents Let Me Eat Whatever I Wanted As A Kid And I Turned Out (More Than) Fine
Same here! I feel bad for kids nowadays with all this food/health craziness!
+ 5 Frightening Food Waste Facts
So angry!
How I miss thee!
Everything you need to know about garlic!
+ Why Do Millennials Hate Groceries?
Bahahaha! That’s NOT me!
+ Cooking The Cruciferous Veggies
From brussels to broccoli!
Everyone loves cake!
+ New Anthony Bourdain Documentary On Food Waste
I’m so excited!
+ How Much Starbucks Costs Around The World
Lucky we’re in the US :O
+ 34 Delicious-Looking Gifts For People Who Love Pancakes
This gift guide….it is EVERYTHING!
Health, Celiac Disease, & Food Allergies:
+ Nutritionists Ties With Food Industry
Anyone who promotes the “beef council”…and Chobani…
+ Enough With The Protein America
Protein is the new gluten-free…
+ 10 Natural Remedies To Treat Seasonal Affective Disorder
I really want to try one of those lights.
Blogging, Social Media, Tech & Photography:
+ I’m A Wellness Blogger, And The Bad Practices I’ve Seen In My Industry Scare Me
I’ve always loved what Natasha has to say and she is so spot on here!
Have no fear!
+ Guide To Perfect Social Media Images
Sizes, tools, and tips!
You don’t have to “be a newbie”!
+ Creativity Is A Process, Not An Event
It takes time and small steps!
+ How 12 Experienced Food Bloggers Organize, Plan, & Grow Their Blogs
You may recognize #5 😉
+ The 2016 Election Exposes The Very Dark Side Of Tech
We saw and learned a lot this cycle.
+ 10 Metrics To Track For Social Media Success
Key data to look at!
+ 5 Tips To Create Content Your Audience Will Love
Do it right and please the people you want!
+ The Ultimate Editing Checklist For Content Marketers
Editing isn’t my thing, but…
+ Why Instagram Captions Are The New Blogging
I think they kind of are…
+ 3 New Instagram Story Features
YES!!!! I love it even more!
+ Don’t Be Infatuated With Income Reports
Ugh! I hate them! They are either annoying (you sell products, are huge, etc.) or embarrassing (those beginner’s who past their $10 income…please don’t.)
Career, Business, & Success:
+ The Ugly Truth About Being An Entrepreneur
Think about these points before you “take the leap”.
+ Workaholism Is The Threat That Masquerades As Dedication
A major problem.
Other:
+ The Only Person Left Born In The 1800s
This woman is a badass!
+ Heartwarming Photos Of Foster Kids Getting Adopted
Look at those sweet smiles!
I would so live here! So cute!
+ The 50 Most Beautiful Places In The World
Ahhhhhhhhh!
+ 32 Facts Everyone Between The Ages Of 22 And 29 Knows Are True
I’m 20 and these are still so very true!
Favorite Pins:
(Follow me on Pinterest – RebeccaGF666)
Squash & Asparagus Autumn Rolls with Maple Peanut Sauce. Asian/Fall fusion!
Koshary: Egypt’s Favorite Street Food. My new favorite too!
Vegan Coffee Pecan Pie Bars. There is nothing not to love about these bars of glory!
Quinoa Meatball Sub with Grilled Peppers + Onions. Major comfort food there!
Tahini Whipped Potatoes with Cilantro Chile Sauce. Your mashed potatoes just got AMPED!
Spicy Chinese Noodles. This is noodle heaven!
Coconut Oil Butternut Squash Sage Biscuits. O goodness, the fluffy softness!
A few things I loved about my week or am grateful for:
+ Those wee hours between Tuesday and Wednesday morning <3
So tell me:
+ When’s the last time you took a nap? Probably during the summer sometime.
+ Christmas music now? YES!
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Mandy says
I REALLY hope you’re feeling better and you got to take some naps! Oh, man. I miss naps!! Willow gave them up over two years ago, so i did too (by default) ?
I loved the post about how to avoid burnout…I think a lot of people could benefit from reading that. It’s a reminder to all of us to slow down.
I could not agree with you more in regards to your interview answer to the third question – I hate when I get so drawn into a recipe, thanks to the gorgeous pics, and then I see the crazy complicated directions + ingredient list and get so bummed out.
Holy smokes!!! Those mashed potatoes look insane!!!! Majorly drooling and need to pin that recipe for when I can eat tahini again ?
Christmas music!!!! I have been holding back on playing any, but Willow caught me humming one the other day…I think that’s a sign that I need to listen to some. Goodness, I just wrote you a novel ? Hope you had a good weekend! XO
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Thank you! I am feeling better!! Just those lingering symptoms that always take long to go away!
Haha, thanks! It is so true though!
The only thing I’m singing in my head (and out loud when I’m alone) is Christmas music!
Lisa @ Fun Money Mom says
There are so many great articles here! I’ve bookmarked it for when I have some extra reading time!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Enjoy!
Farrah says
Aw man, I hope you feel better soon and that you’ve had a chance to get some sleep this weekend!
I hate letting go of dreams, haha–I wish I could pursue them all! 😛
Millenials hating groceries!? That’s my favorite type of shopping!
I don’t have Christmas lights, but my pineapple lights are gonna go up soon! 😛
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Girl, I know! Grocery shopping is the best past time! Haha!
Michele Morin says
Also in the process of choosing spring semester classes for my #3 boy — but still not ready to listen ti Christmas music yet! Blessings!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Christmas music will make the process better 😉
Beth says
Great post! Thanks for sharing.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Enjoy!
Patricia @Sweet and Strong says
It has been quite a week am I right?!? And I was so tempted to play Christmas music while cleaning the other day, but I didn’t. Now you make me wish I would have!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Start now!
rachel @ Athletic Avocado says
I haven’t started Christmas music yet because I start after Thanksgiving or it drives me nuts lol! I don’t remember the last time I took a nap, probably a few months ago!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
I wish I could already put the tree up 😛
Kristina says
Yep!!! Started Christmas music and putting up some decorations!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
That’s what I like to hear!