I've been super tired this past week, how about you? Even though it's summer, I feel like I'm trying to churn out even more energy than during the school year. Yet, during this season, I'm getting a lot less work done. I did come across an article this week (you'll find it below in the links!) that talked about how our brains and bodies really do slow down during the summer. For me though, it's not the heat that slows me down, I think it's just this mindset of "It's summer so you don't technically have to do anything". But I do, I have my own business + freelance + preparing for post-grad life. I'm feeling zero inspiration to produce any new content or write up posts and edit photos for content I already have. I know I'll be taking a few slow weeks in August (i.e. 1 post weeks). I don't know if it's a rut, but there is a lot of frustration swirling around. Where's my motivation? Help! Let me know if you find it!
SS Posts from the week:
Monday: Classic American Coleslaw (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Allergy-Free)
Wednesday: Easy Old-Fashioned Cucumber Salad "Gurkensalat" (Gluten-free, Vegan, Paleo)
Blog Posts and Links I loved this week:
Life, Mind, Body, Spirit:
But you didn't...
+ Sticking With The Wrong Choice
Why do we do it?
+ The Rise And Fall Of The Family Vacation Road Trip
This is kinda sad! I want to read the book though!
Maybe I need a good cry?
+ It's Not Your Fault You Can't Get Anything Done In The Summer
Here is that article I mentioned above.
+ SuperShe Island Open For Business
Would you go here? Me? No.
+ The Reductive Seduction Of Other People's Problems
Here's your global reality check.
Food:
+ Banning Plastic Straws Can Make Pollution Worse
Well that's unfortunate...
+ More Recycling Won't Solve Plastic Pollution
It's not so straight forward.
So many false rumors about our bean and legume friends!
+ Chef'd Shuts Down: Future Of Meal Kit Subscriptions
Can we please just end them!? (And their spammy marketing)
The ultimate guide to the what, whys, and hows!
Fun New Products To Look For:
+ Lay's is bringing you regional flavored processed food! The lobster roll!
Health, Celiac Disease, & Food Allergies:
+ Milk & Milk Substitutes At Starbucks
This is an update ALL allergy folks need to be aware of.
+ What The Nutrition Industry Gets Wrong About Sleep
Hold up on the melatonin!
Blogging & Social Media:
+ Don't Feed The Trolls Is A Lie
Ignoring them doesn't work.
Design, Tech, & Photography:
+ How To Apply A Minimalism Mindset To Your Screentime
So you won't have FOMO.
+ How To Make Animated Gif Banners With Google Slides
A nifty trick!
+ How Amazon Feeds Your FOMO On Prime Day
For all you who took part!
Everyone loves emojis...admit it!
+ Netflix: What The World Is Watching
What's the most popular show?
Career, Business, & Success:
+ 5 Ways To Make Tough Decisions Faster And Not Regret Them later
The regret of decisions...so real!
+ You Need A Personal Business Card
Business cards for everyone!
O hey!
+ The World's Highest Paid Entertainers
I'm surprised by this.
+ Follow Your Energy For Productivity
What if you have zero energy?
Podcasts & Audio:
+ Mashup Of Every GOOOOAL From The World Cup
Warning: This gets very loud!
Other:
+ The Origins Of Friday The 13th
In case you were wondering from last week...
+ How To Make Your Own Bug Spray
I'm one of those people who gets attacked the moment they step outside.
+ Incredible Photos Of The Floods In Japan
Crazy floods happen all over the world.
+ The Mysterious Concrete Arrows In America
Who knew!?
Things To Eye & Buy:
+ Someone buy me this jumpsuit!
+ O how pretty! Abercrombie has stepped up its game.
Yummy Recipes To Pin:
(Follow me on Pinterest – RebeccaGF666)
+ Papaya-Lime Hawaiian Shaved Ice
I need an ice shaver now!
Such a great idea instead of rice!
+ Curry-Poached Cod with Snap Pea Slaw
What a great light meal!
+ Grilled Lemongrass Chicken & Ginger Rice
Exactly my kind of meal!
+ Broccoli Crunch Salad with Creamy Cashew Honey Mustard Dressing
Give me it ALL!
+ Grilled Mushroom Bowls with Muhummara
Level up those 'shrooms!
A few things I loved about my week or am grateful for:
+ Surviving Tuesday's storm and have a lovely sunny summer end for the rest of the week!
So tell me:
+ What's your go-to when you stuck in a REALLY big rut?
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Nita
I love this summer heatwave we are having in London at the moment! It feels like I'm on holiady even when I haven't left the country! Although sleeping at night has been much harder, but it's the summer, so even if not as much has been done, I think we have done enough the rest of the year to warrant some time off! 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Ha, if only life were that care free!
Kate
Okay, that's super concerning that Starbucks doesn't guarantee food allergy safety in any of its products. I'm okay with cross-contamination, but I know there are tons of people who aren't. And, in my opinion, what's even worse is that they're not telling people these things publicly! You shouldn't have to email Starbucks and get a response privately in order to learn this information. That's not safe.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Anyone with food allergies or celiac disease can not have cross-contamination so...
Andrea
I feel the same way! And the heat is not helping at all!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, no I want the heat!