Hi Everyone!
Try out this quick and easy recipe! It is delicious, fun to make, and nutritious.
You will need:
2 Small Whole-Wheat Tortillas
1/4 cup of refried beans
1/4 cup of shredded cheese (I prefer 2% mild cheddar for this dish)
substitute for a Mexican blend if you prefer
Salsa ( get your desired heat-level - I am a medium gal)
Red Chili Sauce
Spread the beans on one of the tortillas.
Place the tortilla in a nonstick pan, over medium high heat.
Top right away with cheese.
Top the whole thing with another tortilla.
When the cheese begins to melt, flip like a pancake.
Heat for about 2 more minutes, or until the cheese is melted completely.
Remove from pan, cut into wedges, and enjoy immediately, with a spoonful of salsa on the side.
You can add some spice to the refried beans, if you like it really hot! Use some red chili sauce (just a few drops) or put some jalapenos slices in the tortilla before topping it with cheese.
Enjoy!
Claudia Blanton
Motivational Coach, Fundraiser
813 - 531 - 8379
www.create-your-life-dreams.com
Friday, February 1, 2008
More Motivation
Hi Everyone!
If you are interested in more motivational articles, visit my blog on typepad at
http://livingpossibilities.typepad.com/motivation
Also watch out for more articles and motivational tips, as well as some discussions, at my Yahoo Group "Think Well of Food."!
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/thinkwelloffood
Join in the discussion, introduce yourself, and get more info on an active, motivated lifestyle!
Have a great day!
Claudia Blanton
www.create-your-life-dreams.com
If you are interested in more motivational articles, visit my blog on typepad at
http://livingpossibilities.typepad.com/motivation
Also watch out for more articles and motivational tips, as well as some discussions, at my Yahoo Group "Think Well of Food."!
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/thinkwelloffood
Join in the discussion, introduce yourself, and get more info on an active, motivated lifestyle!
Have a great day!
Claudia Blanton
www.create-your-life-dreams.com
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Trusting Yourself - Practical Techniques
Eating healthy, and thinking well with and about food, has allot to do with thinking well of yourself. Raising your Self-Esteem, and being able to trust yourself - through your inner voice, as well as through your feeling of self-worth - aids you in living a healthy lifestyle, that includes all aspects of you - mind, body, soul.
Here are some techniques for raising your self-worth:
1. Tell yourself the sentence: "(your name), I like you." Practice this in front of the mirror, at least 10 times a day. Do not forget to smile at yourself.
2. In the evening, record things that went well that day for you. Congratulate yourself for any achievements you have made (include being on time, or being kind to someone into this list)
3. If you feel easily overwhelmed, make a note of one thing you want to work on in your life.
For example: " I am going to look directly at people."
4. Write and read affirmations, that are directed toward the issue you are working on.
Related to the above issue, the affirmations I would suggest are:
"I am confident."
"I know my value."
"I approach people with confidence."
5. Begin a list today, that contains all the things that are great about you. Anything, write them down. If you have a problem starting, ask someone who loves you, without criticizing or downplaying what they have to say. Just record what they said.
Have a wonderful day!
Claudia Blanton
Motivational Coach, Fundraiser
www.create-your-life-dreams.com
Here are some techniques for raising your self-worth:
1. Tell yourself the sentence: "(your name), I like you." Practice this in front of the mirror, at least 10 times a day. Do not forget to smile at yourself.
2. In the evening, record things that went well that day for you. Congratulate yourself for any achievements you have made (include being on time, or being kind to someone into this list)
3. If you feel easily overwhelmed, make a note of one thing you want to work on in your life.
For example: " I am going to look directly at people."
4. Write and read affirmations, that are directed toward the issue you are working on.
Related to the above issue, the affirmations I would suggest are:
"I am confident."
"I know my value."
"I approach people with confidence."
5. Begin a list today, that contains all the things that are great about you. Anything, write them down. If you have a problem starting, ask someone who loves you, without criticizing or downplaying what they have to say. Just record what they said.
Have a wonderful day!
Claudia Blanton
Motivational Coach, Fundraiser
www.create-your-life-dreams.com
Sunday, January 27, 2008
Food Reviews - New Things to Try Out!
Hi Everyone!
Again, it is time to review some products! As always, these food products fall under the one or more of the following categories:
1. They are considered healthy.
2. They are labeled as healthy in some form on the package
3. They are labeled as whole-grain.
4. They are labeled as organic.
Here are the products:
Triscuit Rosemary and Olive Oil Whole Grain Wheat Crackers
3 1/2 Stars! Okay, they do not have the same texture, then "normal" crackers, it is more in texture like cereal, but the flavor is good. So, if you are adventurous, feel free to try these crackers.
Celestial Seasonings "true blueberry" herbal tea, caffeine free
5 Stars! Yummy! This is a great tea to relax to and wind down with! I love the strong flavor, and it's scent is also delicious. Love it!
Honey Bunches of Oats Cereal with real Strawberry
5 Stars! Smells nice, taste great, what is not to love. I like the iron contest 45 % (got a growing daughter at home! Iron is important!) Overall a good thing!
Picksweet Deluxe Steamers Edamame Soybeans in the Shell!
5 Stars! A great snack, or a crunchy addition to a healthy salad, with lots of fiber and in an easy to prepare steam bag, these little things are a stable in my kitchen.
Okay, now you have a few more products to try out! Have fun being adventurous, and step a little outside of your usual "eating box"!
Have a great day!
Claudia
www.create-your-life-dreams.com
Again, it is time to review some products! As always, these food products fall under the one or more of the following categories:
1. They are considered healthy.
2. They are labeled as healthy in some form on the package
3. They are labeled as whole-grain.
4. They are labeled as organic.
Here are the products:
Triscuit Rosemary and Olive Oil Whole Grain Wheat Crackers
3 1/2 Stars! Okay, they do not have the same texture, then "normal" crackers, it is more in texture like cereal, but the flavor is good. So, if you are adventurous, feel free to try these crackers.
Celestial Seasonings "true blueberry" herbal tea, caffeine free
5 Stars! Yummy! This is a great tea to relax to and wind down with! I love the strong flavor, and it's scent is also delicious. Love it!
Honey Bunches of Oats Cereal with real Strawberry
5 Stars! Smells nice, taste great, what is not to love. I like the iron contest 45 % (got a growing daughter at home! Iron is important!) Overall a good thing!
Picksweet Deluxe Steamers Edamame Soybeans in the Shell!
5 Stars! A great snack, or a crunchy addition to a healthy salad, with lots of fiber and in an easy to prepare steam bag, these little things are a stable in my kitchen.
Okay, now you have a few more products to try out! Have fun being adventurous, and step a little outside of your usual "eating box"!
Have a great day!
Claudia
www.create-your-life-dreams.com
Thursday, January 17, 2008
Kitchen Makeover - Part One
Hi Everyone!
All right, time to be truth-full:
How "healthy-living ready" is your kitchen?
What I mean with this is:
1. How cluttered is your kitchen?
2. When is the last time you threw out spices and other things you really did not need or want anymore, but have anyway?
3. How much junk food is in your kitchen? Do you have any space left for healthy foods?
4. Are your drawers filled with gadgets you never use? How about your cabinets?
Why am I asking you this?
Let me elaborate:
- As you know, what you think effects your life greatly. An organized kitchen feels good, may it be by giving you a sense of pride or a feeling of control. The main goal is that it feels good to be in your kitchen for yourself.
- Appreciation and Gratitude (which draws more of what you want toward you), is only possible if you know what you have. You can not be appreciative of a mess, but you can be appreciative of an deliberately, organized kitchen.
- Filling your life with things you do not need, robs you of space and energy. Give this energy away by donating these items to neighbors and friends. You free yourself for things you do need and want.
- It is so much easier to cook in a clean, organized, deliberately chosen kitchen. Make it as convenient as possible for you and your family to cook healthy.
If you need any tips on how to make your kitchen a deliberate co-creation tool, call me at 813 - 531 - 8379 or email me at
ClaudiaBlanton@lycos.com
Have a wonderful day!
Claudia
www.create-your-life-dreams.com
All right, time to be truth-full:
How "healthy-living ready" is your kitchen?
What I mean with this is:
1. How cluttered is your kitchen?
2. When is the last time you threw out spices and other things you really did not need or want anymore, but have anyway?
3. How much junk food is in your kitchen? Do you have any space left for healthy foods?
4. Are your drawers filled with gadgets you never use? How about your cabinets?
Why am I asking you this?
Let me elaborate:
- As you know, what you think effects your life greatly. An organized kitchen feels good, may it be by giving you a sense of pride or a feeling of control. The main goal is that it feels good to be in your kitchen for yourself.
- Appreciation and Gratitude (which draws more of what you want toward you), is only possible if you know what you have. You can not be appreciative of a mess, but you can be appreciative of an deliberately, organized kitchen.
- Filling your life with things you do not need, robs you of space and energy. Give this energy away by donating these items to neighbors and friends. You free yourself for things you do need and want.
- It is so much easier to cook in a clean, organized, deliberately chosen kitchen. Make it as convenient as possible for you and your family to cook healthy.
If you need any tips on how to make your kitchen a deliberate co-creation tool, call me at 813 - 531 - 8379 or email me at
ClaudiaBlanton@lycos.com
Have a wonderful day!
Claudia
www.create-your-life-dreams.com
Monday, January 14, 2008
Practical Detachment
Hi Everyone!
I am sharing with you today a free E-Booklet called "Practical Detachment - How to regain emotional control"
Feel free to download and share this booklet by using the following link
http://www.lulu.com/content/1853910
Have a wonderful day!
Claudia Blanton
Motivational Coach, Fundraiser
813 - 531 - 8379
www.create-your-life-dreams.com
I am sharing with you today a free E-Booklet called "Practical Detachment - How to regain emotional control"
Feel free to download and share this booklet by using the following link
http://www.lulu.com/content/1853910
Have a wonderful day!
Claudia Blanton
Motivational Coach, Fundraiser
813 - 531 - 8379
www.create-your-life-dreams.com
Sunday, January 13, 2008
5 Ways to Increase Your Vitality!
1. Drink Water!
Everyone, including wellness-gurus, and scientist, coaches and doctors agree, that you need to stay hydrated! There are no more excuses! You want vitality, drink water!
2. Breathe deeply!
Breathing deeply and freely is bringing life force into your body, energizing you, naturally. Practice deep breathing exercises, and mind-body exercises like yoga to expand your lungs, and increase the depth of your breath!
3. Know your goals!
Set your goals, know where you want to go! Knowing what you want, brings the spring into your step, as it gives you something to look forward to, to work for.
4. Be Grateful!
Appreciation and Gratitude are a wonderful opportunity to show you much of an abundance you already have in your life! Feel the complete gratitude and appreciation as you are speaking them, or writing them down. Connect with each idem and experience, that you are grateful for!
5. Smile!
Smiling changes your physiology, it relaxes your face, your shoulders, your chest. It makes you more attractive and it shows your appreciation for life to the world.
Have a wonderful day!
Claudia Blanton
For more information how to "Think Well of Life" and "Create the Life of Your Dreams" contact me, Claudia Blanton, at 813 - 531 - 8379 or via email at
claudiablanton@lycos.com
Everyone, including wellness-gurus, and scientist, coaches and doctors agree, that you need to stay hydrated! There are no more excuses! You want vitality, drink water!
2. Breathe deeply!
Breathing deeply and freely is bringing life force into your body, energizing you, naturally. Practice deep breathing exercises, and mind-body exercises like yoga to expand your lungs, and increase the depth of your breath!
3. Know your goals!
Set your goals, know where you want to go! Knowing what you want, brings the spring into your step, as it gives you something to look forward to, to work for.
4. Be Grateful!
Appreciation and Gratitude are a wonderful opportunity to show you much of an abundance you already have in your life! Feel the complete gratitude and appreciation as you are speaking them, or writing them down. Connect with each idem and experience, that you are grateful for!
5. Smile!
Smiling changes your physiology, it relaxes your face, your shoulders, your chest. It makes you more attractive and it shows your appreciation for life to the world.
Have a wonderful day!
Claudia Blanton
For more information how to "Think Well of Life" and "Create the Life of Your Dreams" contact me, Claudia Blanton, at 813 - 531 - 8379 or via email at
claudiablanton@lycos.com
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