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The Mind-Body Connection Explained!
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Cedie Omaña
June 22, 2024
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In Today's Edition:
Homestead Tip 🌱
Poll Results From Last Friday! 📊
Personal Development: Mind-Body Connection 🧐
A Steady Family: Smart Shopping for a Healthy Planet 🌎
The Steady Home’s Guide to Cooking From Scratch: Veggie Sticks with Hummus 🍡
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Homestead Tip of the Day:
If you have the space, planting a small orchard can be a rewarding long-term investment. Choose fruit trees that are appropriate for your climate and soil type. Start with just a few trees to manage the workload and learn as you go. Then, prune them annually to promote healthy growth and high yields.
Poll Results From Last Friday! 📊
What’s your favorite way to involve the whole family in homesteading?
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Assigning age-appropriate tasks
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Hosting family workdays
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Cooking meals with homegrown ingredients
🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Crafting DIY projects
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Raising and caring for animals
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Making homemade preserves and canned goods
🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Others (Feel free to specify your choice after you've voted.)
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Personal Development
Mind-Body Connection 🧐
Understanding the mind-body connection is crucial for overall wellness. Our mental and physical health are closely linked, and taking care of both is essential for a happy, healthy life.
Here are some practical ways to strengthen the bond between your mind and body:
Exercise Regularly: Physical activity is a great way to reduce stress and improve your mood. Aim for at least 30 minutes of exercise most days of the week.
Practice Mindfulness: Mindfulness techniques, such as meditation or deep breathing, can help you stay present and reduce stress.
Eat a Balanced Diet: Good nutrition supports both physical and mental health. Include a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins in your diet.
Get Enough Sleep: Quality sleep is essential for a healthy mind and body. Aim for 7-9 hours of sleep each night to help your body recover and your mind stay sharp.
Stay Hydrated: Drinking enough water keeps your body functioning well and can improve your mood and energy levels.
Build Strong Relationships: Positive social connections can boost your mental health. Spend time with loved ones and engage in meaningful conversations.
Take Breaks: Make sure to take breaks throughout the day to relax and recharge. This can help prevent burnout and keep your stress levels in check.
Start today by incorporating these tips into your routine and watch how your well-being improves.
From The Steady Home Gang
Share the Steady Love 💚
Do you know someone who adores their plants like family? 🌿 Meet The Steady Home crew—a perfect spot for plant lovers like you to connect.
Come join us to swap stories, trade seeds, and turn our gardens into beautiful local landmarks. Let's grow something incredible together.
A Steady Family
Smart Shopping for a Healthy Planet 🌎
Every product we buy impacts the environment, from the manufacturing process to the packaging. By choosing products that are kinder to the Earth, we help reduce waste and pollution, making the world a safer place for our families.
Tips for Family-Friendly Sustainable Shopping:
Use Reusable Bags: Encourage your family to always use reusable shopping bags. This simple step greatly reduces plastic waste.
Buy Local and Seasonal: Support local farmers and reduce your carbon footprint by choosing local, seasonal products. This also ensures your family eats fresh and nutritious food.
Select Sustainable Labels: Teach your kids to look for labels like organic, fair trade, or sustainably sourced. These products are better for the environment and often healthier.
Minimize Packaging: Go for items with little or no packaging. Show your kids how choosing bulk items or loose fruits and vegetables can reduce waste.
Invest in Quality: Choosing durable, long-lasting products means you buy less frequently. This not only saves money but also teaches kids the value of quality over quantity.
Recycle and Upcycle: Make recycling a family habit. Discuss with your children why recycling is important and encourage them to think of ways to reuse items creatively.
Stay Informed: As a family, learn about sustainable practices and products. Understanding the real impact of your purchases can help you make better choices.
So next time you're at the store, think green, and make shopping a chance for your family to contribute positively to our world.
The Steady Home’s Giggle Chamber
How do you make an artichoke laugh?
Tell it a heart-y joke.
The Steady Home’s Guide to Cooking From Scratch
Veggie Sticks with Hummus 🍡
Project Overview: Whipping up a batch of veggie sticks with hummus is a crunchy, yummy way to snack smart and keep everyone happy and healthy. This simple, nutritious snack is perfect for any time of the day and is super easy to make.
What You'll Need:
Fresh vegetables (carrots, celery, cucumber, bell peppers)
1 can of chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
2 tablespoons tahini (sesame paste)
Juice of 1 lemon
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: paprika or cumin for extra flavor
Steps to Make Your Veggie Sticks with Hummus:
Prep Your Ingredients: First, wash and cut your vegetables into stick shapes. This part is great for the kids to help with—just supervise the chopping!
Make the Hummus: In a food processor or blender, combine the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil. Blend until smooth. If it's too thick, add a little water to get the right consistency. Season with salt, pepper, and if you like, a sprinkle of paprika or cumin for that extra zing.
Arrange and Serve: Arrange your veggie sticks on a plate or in a serving dish. Pour the hummus into a bowl and place it in the center of your veggie platter. Now, it’s time to dip in and enjoy!
This snack is a breeze to whip up and can be customized in so many ways to keep your family reaching for more. So, next time you’re in the snack mood, skip the store-bought stuff and have some fun making this veggie delight.
Let’s Keep It Reel!
Check out these hilarious farm videos I've gathered especially for you to enjoy!
When a llama effortlessly flaunts its coolness...
@happyjollyllamas Late to this trend but still fantastic. #llamas #farm #farmlife #boombastic #funnyanimals #fantastic #trending #foryou #fypage #fy @Nathy Peluso
When a cow couldn't resist checking out its reflection instead of taking a sip:
@pubity Every time I watch this video there is something new happening? 😂😂😂 #Pubity (Mesquite 77 Longhorns via @ViralHog)
When a lamb has big news to share but decides to keep it low-key with its softest bleat instead:
@dankdiva this baby lamb has a very important message #OutlanderChallenge #agriculture #lambingseason #lamb #sheep #farmtok #farmer #farming #cottagecore
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