So got the all clear from COVID yesterday woooo hoo. These imposed times of stopping, slowing down and really your only focus being on healing and nurturing can offer some really great wisdom.
The interesting thing is, I wasn’t seeking any wisdom. I wasn’t trying to figure out the why me? What’s my body telling me deep dive I usually do. I just kicked back into surrender and nurture.
I emailed my homeopath straight away as I know she had done a huge deal of research and supporting people through covid previously. She gave me a deep homeopathic protocol to do for 24 hours. Taking the homeopathic medicine every two hours, nothing but rest and water, lemon and honey and light food.
As my husband had previously been hospitalised with covid 2 years ago, I chose to completely isolate from my family. So I stayed in my bedroom on my own for the whole duration other than to go to the toilet.
I spent mothers day in a room on my own. I had a
facetime from my eldest daughter...
There is nothing I love more than making some super healthy, super tasty snacks to enjoy. This has been a favourite of mine for years. Using store cupboard ingredients your going to love it.
Only 4 ingredients to make this delicious and healthy snack.
This weekend I made it using some Almond Butter. I grab my Almond butter and Coconut Oil from Costco as I use it A LOT! but any will be great.
I share this on instagram and had so many people message me so thought I 'd pop it here for you to enjoy too. You can find the full recipe and directions below.
Super easy and super yummy. It will take minutes to throw together, freeze for two hours then enjoy! Let me know if you try it.
With Love Susi xxx
Omg you will never buy granola from the shop again. This recipe is sooo good. You can switch up the ingredients depending what you have at home. You'll be grabbing it by the handful to munch throughout the day never mind breakfast!
You can use any mix of fruit and nuts and seeds. Any nut butter. It's gluten free and soo tasty.
The main thing to be careful of is when cooking keep an eye that it doesn't burn. It will burn very easily so check regularly and stir to prevent the edges of the pan from burning.
I love mine with natural plant based yoghurt and berries, or at the Weekend with some pancakes, yoghurt and blueberries. Or as I said simply by the handful!
Enjoy my loves Susi xxx
My word for the year was Vibrancy. One way I am embodying this word is through the food I am eating. I love a smoothie. It's a great way to pack in the nutrients, up your fruit and veg and perfect for eating on the go. I created this one last week and thought I would share with you.
Hope you enjoy it!
The mango and banana adds sweetness. The Wheatgrass offers lots of nutrients and antioxidants, spinach is anti inflammatory, avocado healthy fats, and chia seeds are great for bones and blood sugars.
Food can be delicious and medicine.
Enjoy my loves, let me know what you think.
Love Susi xx
pray that you experience moments of bliss, joy and happiness
May your body feel vibrant and healthy.
May you feel present in your days and life.
May you, despite life’s challenges find the courage, strength, and acceptance to move through these with ease.
I pray your heart cracks open and you experience love like never before.
I pray your cupboard and larder are full of nutritious food.
May you live your life authentically.
May you have moments each day of peace.
May you leave the struggles of the past in 2022.
May your hopes and dreams come to light.
This is my prayer for you in 2023 and so is it.
With Love Susi xx
It is human psychology that we need routine and structure to feel safe. But when we are anxious sometimes this can lead to controlling behaviours, OCD tendencies and upset and frustration that we cannot stop our world or control our world from changing and evolving.
You may have seen or heard online various things about what you can and can’t control Stephen Covey shares 3 circles, the circle of control the inner circle, circle of influence things you can influence but may not have direct control over, then the circle of concern (sometimes known as the circle of no control.
When dealing with anxiety structure can be so valuable. Building in repetitive routines, actions and a lifestyle that supports you. Creating your non negotiables for health. This could be things such as morning meditation, not drinking alcohol, getting to bed by a certain time, going to a weekly yoga class. This sense of structure and self-care is nourishing and supportive.
When my anxiety was at its peak I...
Lying in my bed, 8.40am just gazing out the window. The sky is grey, the trees are blowing gently. There is a stillness and quiet. I have never really been one for lying in bed unless I am ill. I love waking early and making the most from my days.
But what I have discovered over the festive break is a really deep love of rest. I never knew how much I needed this pure quiet time. My brain has had an opportunity to switch off fully, not planning, not running from one thing to the next just simply being present and mindful.
2022 taught me a lot about rest. My body had been overstimulated and I was being guided to deepen my understanding of healing, rest and repair.
What is your relationship with rest? I had shared post on social media about rest and many commented how they had struggled with this very thing. Mainly due to societal conditioning that rest equals laziness.
We are not designed to be on the go 24/7, 365 days a year. We are designed to move with the cycles of nature and...
Do you crave something sweet and soothing when your approach your time of the month? Today I felt like having something yummy, soothing and comforting without the blood sugar high and low. So I made myself this yummy drink I'm calling Menstrual Magic Hit Chocolate! Filled with magical things to make you feel fab!
Cacao: Filled with magnesium to support nervous system and aid calm.
Maca: Helps body with stress and supports energy
Maple Syrup: Used instead of refined sugar, contains B2 to support nervous system
Chamomile: Calming, good for menstrual support and cramps
So you can see why I call it magic!
Recipe
Ingredients:
1 Desert Spoon Organic Cacao Powder
1 tsp Organic Maca
2 tsp Maple Syrup (depending on taste)
1/2 cup of Camomille Tea
1/2 cup dairy free milk
Directions
1 Desert Spoon Organic Cacao Powder
1 tsp Organic Maca
2 tsp Maple Syrup (depending on taste)
1/2 cup of Camomille Tea
1/2 cup dairy free milk
Let me know if you try it.
Much Love
Susi xx
p.s...
It’s November 23rd I’m sitting on my kitchen floor on my yoga mat, surrounded by washing and cleaning equipment. Its the only space in my home my yoga mat will fit. Our living room is mid repair after a flood that took place in summer, my hallway, bedroom and sunroom full of the living room contents.
I could go out to The Sanctuary but the heating isn’t on. I don’t know why I grabbed my laptop but lets see where we go. This feels like my how my journey started, I blogged over a decade ago and now feels full circle.
Today started ok, I did wake with a little anxiety or weird energy. I did some mediation and decided to have a slower day.
My daughter was struggling to get ready for school, hormones, teen life and deadline to get in the car was not starting well, tears flowed, the energy and emotion literally pouring out of her and around her. As a parent and empath I really find these situations so hard to bare. I tried to help, chatted, hugged her, essential...
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