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A New RDL in 2023
Real Different Living is re-emerging. It will be more influenced by the author’s spiritual journey, continuing an emphasis on nourishing a holistic lifestyle.
International Volunteer Day celebrates everyday heroes
5th December will be International Volunteer Day. We can contribute to conscious communities and transform systems through volunteering. This is a time to recognise how everyday volunteers change lives.
Recycling soft plastic
Soft plastics are clearly unsustainable. However, they are nearly unavoidable. We can reduce and refuse unnecessary plastics. But when we acquire small amounts of soft plastic, recycling is a step in a better direction.
Yoga and Christianity - my personal experience
As a loyal follower of yoga and Christianity, I learned a few things along the way.
DIY dairy-free parmesan from plants
You can actually make a dry parmesan-style topping from plants! This delicious savoury flavouring is surprisingly easy to create.
I recently made this plant-based (almost whole-food-plant-based) ‘parmesan’ when I wanted to flavour my pasta. The penne was in a simple sauce with tomato. I wanted extra texture and taste.
Sustainable bottles and cups that make life easier
I wanted to gather a list of the best reusable bottles and cups because they can be convenient as well as sustainable.
A refillable container will help to save a lot of money. We all know that a bottle of filtered or tap water can be cheaper than disposable bottled water in the long term. Meanwhile, many cafes promote discounts for bringing a reusable cup. You can also develop a routine of bringing homemade smoothies in reusable cups to get nourished on the go.
Concepts that transformed my understanding of wellness
My perception of wellbeing completely turned around in recent years. Here are some concepts I learned along the way.
How I regain clarity through wellness habits
We need to practice healthy habits that will sustain us through challenges. I believe it is all connected. My mood and energy are supported by wholesome food, mindful spiritual practice, creativity and community.
Taking morning porridge to the next level
Add these ingredients and more to boost the texture and goodness of a morning porridge.
What to do with Talk Like a Pirate Day
I saw a very silly celebration day in my calendar. It is Talk Like a Pirate Day on the 19th of September. This day grabbed my attention because I have been speaking to more people lately - definitely not in pirate language. But we all need a sense of humour. What should we do with this?
Why I bring my laptop to the beach and the park
Ways to sneak in more B12
I feel quite conscious of B12 at the moment. Aside from classic supplements, there are other ways to get more of this vitamin.
Please remember, I am not a health professional. I am a vegan crunchy Aussie who learned a few new tricks. But I love to share what I know.
Jane Fonda has cancer and values community
I feel deeply inspired by particular words from Jane Fonda. The Grace and Frankie actress has started chemotherapy for her non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. And she is sharing lessons we all must learn.
A mindful practice in just minutes
Life is busy. Even if we unsubscribe from hustle culture, there is a lot happening around us - family, community, work, learning… never a dull moment. But we need to allow time for mindfulness and movement.
A little bit of meal prep
Here is a bit of meal prep from a while ago. I believe in the plate method and the rainbow. These foods would have been components that would go into balanced meals.
The most indulgent porridge
The breakfast feels like a dessert but it is actually healthy. It’s a delicious vegan plant based meal that anyone can enjoy.
What I did when I ran out of store-bought soy milk
Ran out of milk (of the plant based variety)? Whatever you’re into, the milk probably runs out sometime. I got stuck with this problem one morning. So I got creative with a solution.
Food for wellness
Whole plants are great for everyone - whether you are omnivorous, vegan or somewhere in-between. Of course, I would applaud the sustainable ethical results if everyone would exclusively eat plants. It would fit my own personal value system. But let’s be realistic. Humanity is diverse. Meet people where they are, as the saying goes. Wherever you are on the food spectrum, I feel sure that extra plants could make a difference. Vegetables, fruits, legumes, nuts, seeds, herbs… it’s all good.
Opinion: hippie look with real different values
Peace, love and flower power. That fashion cycle churns through styles of that era on a regular basis. Every few years? I could guess. That same industry creates immense waste, pollution and exploitation of workers. Some businesses are doing the right thing. But we cannot assume that every flared pant or floral tee was made by a caring company.
Meals and snacks that are cheap as chickpeas
Particular foods are becoming increasingly expensive. Meanwhile, other groceries are comparatively affordable. I pressure cooked my chickpeas on the weekend in preparation for a variety of treats. They are just some of the nutritious ingredients I meal-prep on a regular basis. Here are some meal and snack ideas that are perfect for chickpeas.
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