Are you getting tired of living life on a hamster wheel? Are you starting to think that less might be more? That simple might be superior to complicated? In this episode, we’ll explore the magic of simplicity and how quiet contentment can ultimately bring greater joy than hustling through life. As we walk through the woods on this hot summer day, contemplate the complexity of your life. Are you ready to embrace less in order to enjoy more?
What am I reading?
https://bookshop.org/shop/witchywomanwalking
Mrs. Quinn’s Rise to Fame by Olivia Ford
Njuta by Niki Brantmark
What am I listening to on repeat?
Sunshine by OneRepublic
What’s for dinner?
Roasted Potato Bowls
Potatoes (any variety)
Garlic
Roasted tomatoes and peppers
Roasted asparagus
Shredded Asiago
Pickled onions
Protein (chicken, eggs, or beans)
Green goddess, hot honey mustard, or Trader Joe’s everything sauce
Salt and pepper
Instructions:
Set oven to 425 degrees. Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper. Dice potatoes, spread evenly on cookie sheet, drizzle with olive oil, salt & pepper, and any other spices of your choosing. Chop tomatoes and peppers, trim asparagus, spread tomatoes and peppers on 1/2 the cookie sheet, asparagus on the other half, drizzle with olive oil and salt and pepper. Roast veggies until they reach desired consistency.
Prepare protein. Precooked chicken, fried eggs, and canned beans are all quick and tasty!
Create bowl by layering potatoes and veggies, shredded cheese (optional), desired protein (chicken, eggs, beans, or all three!), and sauce of choice. Enjoy!
Whipped Peanut Butter Yogurt Bowl
1 cup plain 2% or full-fat Greek yogurt
1-2 Tablespoons peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter or your favorite nut butter
1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey)
banana slices and berries
1/8 cup granola
Instructions:
Whip yogurt: Add yogurt, nut butter and sweetener into a small mixing bowl and whisk together using a spoon until the yogurt gets a bit fluffy.
Add toppings and serve!