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This Saturday we are hosting a block party! What a better way to meet the neighbors, invite friends over, and open up our home (or cul-de-sac) to be in the community! On Halloween! This day is all about neighborhoods, having fun, and people. (Well I guess we can’t leave out candy). We have a big trick or treat neighborhood so it will be fun to have lots of families stopping by as we are all hanging out in the front yard and driveway. There has definitely been some work that has gone into it, but we are excited to host, meet people, and hang out with friends!
But planning this party has got me thinking about all the different circles we find ourselves in. And I am not talking about any social media or google circles. Those don’t count. But actual community. Lives we interact with, people we touch, hearts we know, and souls we reach. People and relationships are one of the most important things we have. Do we take care of those? Do we cherish the people around us? Do we cultivate new friendships? Or do we leave work and disengage? Do we drive home and shut the garage door? Do we stay secluded inside our own bubble? But who are those people around you that might need you? Who around you may be a blessing to you if you just leave a little space?
Think about your circles. Are they just social circles? Are they circles of influence? Are you influencing them? Are they influencing you? Are they prayer circles? Are they sports circles? What circles overlap? Which ones never touch? Which ones can we intersect? Are you purposeful in your circles? Or are you just existing?
Think about these things. How can you …
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When we are spending time with people, I think most of us want those relationships to look a certain way. We want the friendship or relationship to go both ways, be reciprocal, have a give and take, or be somewhere close to “50/50”. It’s pretty normal to have that perspective about most things. With friends, family, coworkers, classmates, whoever it is, there is a certain level of expectation that relationships go two ways. It’s an investment. And with investments there is usually something received in return.
But here’s my dilemma… what if Christ loved us under those conditions? What if Christ only loved us if we loved him first. What if he loved us the more we did for him? It’s a good thing that this is so far from how to characterize Christ’s love. Christ’s love is unconditional. He doesn’t ask us to come half way. He comes all the way, no matter how far into the depths that all the way is. He doesn’t ask anything of us, except for us to let Him in. There is no formula, no agenda, no guideline. Just LOVE. It reaches beyond anything we can even imagine. We can’t even picture how much He loves us because it is just too big. Nothing we ever do will earn more love or take away His love. We don’t deserve it. We don’t even know how to fully understand it. But we can receive it.
So we say we love as Christ loves, but do we really? Don’t we usually have some sort of agenda lurking in the background? We say we are giving and loving people and don’t expect anything from them but I am not sure if that is always the truth. Maybe you are struggling today with your …
Read MoreHappy Birthday wishes to the BEST MOM EVER!
It is a very important person’s birthday today!!! It’s time to celebrate!!! Happy Birthday to the coolest, most courageous, most spirited, most enthusiastic, most loving, and most terrific mom ever!! We love you so much and we are all so very blessed you are in our lives!!!
Happy Birthday Mom!!!
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Are You Seeing Clearly?
VISION.
Where do you want to go? Who do you want to be?
We need to have a vision so that we know where we are going. We need to focus on that future state–be it health, wealth, family, fitness, fun, work, relationships–and let it guide our goals and actions.
“If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’d always got.” -Alan Scott
How can you keep your vision visable? Say daily affirmations. Write out your vision where you see it every day. Make a vision board with pictures of your goals. Look at them every day! Share your vision with others. Make it the background of your phone. Whatever you choose, look at it and see it every day. Let it fuel you!
“If you want to reach a goal, you must see the reaching in your own mind before you actually arrive at your goal.” -Zig Ziglar
If you want to be more fit, look in the mirror and see yourself fit. Tell your face in the mirror, “I am fit!” Then do the work.
If you want to be less stressed, start every day with prayer and meditation. Think of how you feel in that moment and carry it with you. Do the actions needed to reduce your stress, then be that less-stressed person!
Whatever you want, write out that vision, see that vision, and take daily actions to get there!
Do you need motivation and guidance to break old habits and patterns? To get a new focus? A clear vision?
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Read MoreFall Into Health Wellness Campaign EXTENDED!
We are so excited about our Fall Into Health Wellness Challenge that we are extending the start date ONE MORE WEEK!! We have been previewing the Healthy Mind and Body program the last month and it is truly life changing personal development for you mind, body, and soul!
Find out more about the Fall Into Health Wellness Campaign by clicking here.
Join us this week as we share some of our favorite insights and lessons we’ve learning so far.
The Fall Into Health Wellness Campaign starts next week, Monday, October 12. We have a few spots left to join us in the Healthy Mind and Body portion for FREE!! These spots will go fast so grab yours by clicking on the button below to enter your contact info and goals so we can help you get started.
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Read MoreCaribbean Creole Sauce for Any Meat
- 2 TBS coconut oil or olive oil (if you want a touch of coconut flavor, use that)
- ½ onion
- 3 stalks of celery
- ½ pepper
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 3 sprigs of thyme
- 2 scallions
- 2 TBS oregano
- 1 TBS cayenne pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 TBS worchestire sauce
- 1 TBS apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup chicken stock or chicken broth
- 1 can tomato sauce
- 1 can diced tomato
- 2 lbs of chicken
- 1 handful of parsley
- In a deep skillet over medium heat, heat one tablespoon of coconut oil or olive oil and saute the white onion, green pepper, celery, and garlic for about 4 minutes.
- Add in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, green onion, chicken stock, red wine vinegar, worchestire sauce and seasonings.
- Add cubed chicken and cover. Cook until tender and cooked through. If you have already cooked chicken, just add to the sauce and warm uncovered. It works great with cooked shredded meat also.
- Add parsley at the end
Ingredients
- 1/2 onion
- 3 stalks of celery
- 1/2 pepper
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 3 sprigs of thyme
- 2 scallions
- 2 TBS oregano
- 1 TBS cayenne pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 TBS worschestire sauce
- 1 TBS apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup chicken stock or chicken broth
- 1 can tomato sauce
Frappaccino Twist
Who doesn’t love an icy coffee drink with some flavor? I am pretty sure that most people actually like frappaccinos, it is just the fact that it is so much, or so unhealthy, that turns many away. What if we could make that coffee milkshake goodness healthy? Would you try it?
Well, it is possible. And not only are they healthy, they actually taste great! And you can do so many options!!!! So here’s the pictures for some curb appeal, with the recipe below. But let’s make it have a fun catchy name… A Frappaccino Twist!
Ingredients
- Cold brewed coffee, frozen coffee cubes, or coffee grounds (if you are okay with that texture)
- 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup or 2 scoops undenatured whey protein powder (chocolate, vanilla, or pumpkin)
- 2 cups of ice
- Optional Add ins: almond extract, vanilla extract, mint extract
- Whip cream, chocolate shavings, or sprinkles, or cinnamon
- Directions
1. To prepare the coffee, brew a pot of your favorite coffee, let it get cold. Or if you know how to cold brew coffee overnight you can do that. You can have coffee that has been frozen into ice cube trays for easy accessible coffee. If you do this, then use a cup of water with the coffee ice cubes. Last resort, you can use a scoop of coffee grounds if you don’t mind the texture.
2. Choose the flavor of coffee shake you would like. You can make a mocha, vanilla, or pumpkin spice. Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup or 2 scoops undenatured whey protein powder (chocolate, vanilla, or pumpkin)
3. Add 2 cups of ice
4. If you need a little extra touch and a slight bit of unhealthiness, add whip cream, chocolate shavings, or sprinkles, or cinnamon on top.
Shield Your Body From Stress
Stress wreaks havoc on the body. Stress can be environmental, physical, or mental, but not matter the cause you can guarantee that stress will affect your health both short and long term. You might know this as sluggishness, fatigue, or just not reaching your optimal athletic performance.
Enough of the depressing news about stress–HERE’S THE GOOD NEWS.
You CAN do something about it.
Enter “The Stress Shield!” (my name for it)
Reasons we love it
Balances the body to help combat the negative effects of stress
Supports the immune system
Balances energy and stamina
Energizes the cells to promote faster recovery
Reasons our friends love it
“I was amazed that by drinking this warm in the morning I didn’t need my coffee. And I LOVE coffee.” -Danielle
“Helps me recover faster and stabilizes my mood.” -Dee
“Better recovery and energy during my workouts.” -Bethany
How to use it
This product is so versatile so there are many ways to enjoy it.
Cold over ice.
Warm like a tea.
Added to your protein shake.
Before or after a workout–To prime your body before or refuel after.
Before bed to promote peaceful sleep.
Perfect For
Adults over 18*
Any adult with an active lifestyle
(*not recommended for pregnant or nursing women or children)
Want to know more about “The Stress Shield?” Click the button below, fill out your contact info, and the Weisser Women can answer your questions!
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Read MoreBekah’s Protein POWER!
Protein is essential in a healthy diet. Protein helps satisfy cravings and helps you stay full longer. I have tried a lot of protein powders, but this protein powder has become my “Protein Power”! It is by far the most delicious and has no artificial additives that leave me feeling sluggish, hungry too soon after or with a quick fix that does not sustain. Our protein powder has been a game changer in not only my health and daily routine but my family’s, as well.
Why I Love It:
It is DELICIOUS! My favorite flavors are Chocolate & Pumpkin (New and Seasonal…and Oh, so good!!)! But, there is also French Vanilla, Strawberry Cream, Black Sesame, & Berry Harvest (Dairy-Free).
I can fill my body with amazing nutrients all in one protein shake!
Perfect way to start my day for breakfast! Or, a great pick-me-up in the middle of the day for lunch with lots of healthy add-ins!
Keeps me nutritionally balanced and keeps my blood sugar stable
Inexpensive, on-the-go meal
My husband loves it, too! It is the perfect meal for him to take to work for a quick lunch and gives him the nutrients he needs for his long days at the hospital!
What Sets It Apart:
24 grams of UNDENATURED, WHEY PROTEIN: Made from pasture- raised New Zealand cows that eat what they are naturally built to digest so they have less health complications, fewer needs for antibiotics, and produce high-quality protein in their milk
Perfect balance of PROTEIN, CARBS & FAT for a 240-calorie meal replacement
Includes 23 VITAMINS & MINERALS
NO artificial colors, flavors, or sweeteners
ACTIVE ENZYMES allow for easier digestion
LOW GLYCEMIC, SOY-FREE, & GLUTEN-FREE
How to Use It:
My favorite way to use my protein is blended with 8 oz. of water and …
Read MoreRecharged by Starting Right
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What do you do in the morning that gets you going? Do you feel refreshed when you wake up? Are you able to get your day started pretty quickly? Or are you tired? Does it take you awhile to get out of bed or for your eyes to open? How many times do you really hit snooze??
Whether you are a morning person, or a night person, you had to have figured something out by now that has become your “routine”. There is usually something that can get us pumped up and ready for the day. There is probably something about our routine that you can change to maximize our time or maximize our energy in the morning. It is just about making that routine, or finding out what works. What’s your one thing? Is it coffee? Music? Reading? Exercise? Have you found that one thing that gives you energy so you can maximize your day?
Science says your willpower and energy is strongest in the morning, so you need to give it your best go and put your best food and best attitude forward right when you start your day. Start loving the morning. At least love something you do in the morning. Try to wake up the same time every day so you can stick to your routine. And enjoy it. Give the day your best shot by starting it off right. Here are some ideas you can add or change to your routine.
- Wake up a little bit earlier to get things done
- Read
- Devotions
- Pray
- Listen to Music
- Exercise (sleep in your exercise clothes if needed)
- Stretch
- Sing
- Dress for Success
- Have your clothes picked out beforehand
- Don’t check social media
- Have a plan for breakfast, or have it already prepared
- ALWAYS EAT