Relax & Reclaim

Here's a dish that will surely be appreciated by your family and guests. Pasta Primavera, but with a twist: sunflower kernels! The word primavera has an interesting history as well. Originating from Latin, the word "verano" has a fascinating history. Composed of two parts, "prima" meaning before or early, and "vera" linked to an Indo-European root meaning shine, it originally referred to the period before the Summer or the beginning of sunshine. Interestingly, while "prima" is still used in Italian, "vera" did not make its way into the language. Instead, it found a home in Spanish, where it is used to describe the Summer season.  So next time you're enjoying the warm weather, remember that the word "verano" has roots in ancient languages and a rich cultural history. Anyway try out this easy recipe below and watch as the praises flood in! Sunflower Seed Penne Primavera 12 ounces uncooked pen...

What can you do to improve your health overall? Work out? Eat right? Well, when it comes to improving your health—whether physical, emotional, or mental—we often find ourselves looking backward.  We try to analyze the patterns, the triggers, the “why” behind how we got here. And while that self-reflection matters, there’s something just as important that we often overlook: what we choose to do next. If you can change your mind (or change HOW your mind perceives things) you can change your world. Let's do this! Understanding the Power of “What’s Next” It’s common to fixate on the events or habits that left us feeling broken, stuck, or off balance. Maybe it was burnout, chronic stress, a health scare, or a series of poor choices. But pinpointing the cause of our struggles isn't the same thing as healing from them. This unfortunately, keeps us in the victimhood mindset. Rather than staying stuck in the "why," try asking: "How can I make this situation into a ste...