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1. Thai Stir-fried Vegetables with Garlic August 05, 2008 Ingredients * VEGETABLES: * 1 medium-size carrot, sliced * 1 small leek, sliced * 1 cup baby bok choy, or other Chinese cabbage * 2 celery stalks, cut into bite-size pieces * 5 or more shiitake mushrooms, sliced, or left in halves or quarters * 3 spring onions, cut in thirds * 1 small head broccoli, cut into florets * 1 thumb-size piece of galangal sliced thinly * STIR-FRY SAUCE: * 1/4 cup broth * 2 Tbsp. fish sauce * 1 Tbsp. lime juice * 5-7 cloves of garlic, minced * 1 tsp. honey or brown sugar * 1 tsp. arrowroot powder dissolved in 2 Tbsp. cool water Directions Th... (read more) Author: jaffar aashik

2. Selfish Much? June 04, 2008 The standard definition of selfish goes something like this ... Limited to or caring only about yourself and your own needs or lacking regard for the rights or feelings of others; "shockingly inconsiderate behavior". Yet, we observe the world through our eyes, ears, tastes, emotions and personal experiences. How can we not be selfish? In the book, The Astonishing Power of Emotions by Esther Hicks, being selfish is considered a fundamental principle of life. "You cannot be other than selfish, for you cannot observe, perceive, or be other than from your perspective of self. ... (read more) Author: Shann Vander Leek

3. Duck Breast with Chianti. Leek mousse and Boletus Mushroom April 25, 2008 This dish is simple to make, but when you serve it people will be amazed. This one is really delicious and one with which I got a lot of praise. The recipe is for four persons, just adjust the numbers for more or heavy eaters. You will need: 1 Duck Breast 0.45 pint of Chianti “Classico” 1 shallot A little Rosemary 1 Leek Stalk 1 Large Sliced Potato 3 table Spoon Olive oil extra of vierge Salt 3 Pieces of the Boletus Mushroom 1 Garlic Clove Make shallow notches on the fat side in the Duck Brest Use a deep bowl to marinade the meat. Prepare the Marinade as a... (read more) Author: Hans Dekker

4. Clobbering Overhwhelm in 7 Easy Steps March 25, 2008 One of the definitions of overwhelm is being buried or drowned beneath a huge mass. Feel familiar? My particular brand of overwhelm is more like ... suffocating skin crawling madness. I used to be the mistress of overwhelm. The discomfort was intense and yet there was a rush involved with pulling off what felt impossible. It took years to get acquainted with the damage ripple caused by all of the needless stress. The good news is you can learn to minimize this paralyzing feeling by facing what's going on and taking action; like a gymnast on a balance beam, taking one step sure ... (read more) Author: Shann Vander Leek

5. Living in the Moment January 07, 2008 I am a big advocate of learning how to live in the flow of the moment. Through life experience, education and awareness, I have observed three kinds of people. Those who dwell in the past, those who thrive in the moment and those who prepare for the future. Most of us hop around from one reality to the next, but overall we are creatures of habit and tend to spend most of our time in one form of reality or another. Past Dwellers seem to be in some sort of feedback loop. Glory days, past failures, hurt, shame and youth. Some still looking for approval, others in many cases, are Su... (read more) Author: Shann Vander Leek

6. Walking Away From the Big Bucks in the Pursuit of True Balance December 03, 2007 Any transition serious enough to alter your definition of self will require not just small adjustments in your way of living and thinking but a full-on metamorphosis. – Martha Beck Until late last year, my career had been dedicated to sales, mentoring, coaching and leading an exceptional sales force. I once was a woman who: would never have children, would earn a six figure income, was a loyal over achiever, traveled to exotic places, would live in my dream home, and who wanted to be involved in the highly charged corporate world forever! Fast forward fifteen years...... (read more) Author: Shann Vander Leek

7. Healthy Homemade Soup December 01, 2007 My wife made this fantastic Chickpea and Leek Soup last week. It tastes great so I thought I would share it with you. It is definitely a healthy recipe as one look at the low fat ingredients list will tell you. It is easy to cook and in addition, it is totally suitable for anybody on a Vegetarian diet, so why not give it a try for yourselves. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon of olive oil 2 cloves of garlic, chopped 3 large leeks, cleaned and thinly sliced 1 medium potato, peeled and cubed 1 can of chickpeas, drained 1.5 pints chicken or vegetable stock Salt and pepper choppe... (read more) Author: Chris Brown

8. Lower Your Stress and Slow Down Premature Aging October 31, 2007 Stress is defined as a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or very demanding circumstances. Science has proved that stress damage to DNA is the culprit behind wrinkles, gray hair, and diseases that can shorten our lifespan. Think about it like this; Have you ever noticed how quickly our Presidents age after spending a short period of time in office? Have you ever been so stressed out that you notice a change in your complexion, weight, or sleep patterns? Getting control of stress is paramount to living a healthy lifestyle. Cortisol an important ho... (read more) Author: Shann Vander Leek

9. Working Mother or Martyr? October 24, 2007 A whopping number of women are working full time jobs and raising families. We are professionals, employees, entrepreneurs, mothers, wives, sisters, daughters and friends. Some of us even do our best to be everything to everyone, but at what cost? We working moms must start to pay attention to the quality of our lives. My question is; are you making anytime for YOU or have you become a martyr? You can spot martyr behavior by asking yourself, if you ever display or exaggerate your discomfort or distress to obtain sympathy or admiration. If you do, chances are you are behaving li... (read more) Author: Shann Vander Leek

10. Change Your Life From Ordinary to Extraordinary October 24, 2007 Do you feel like you are spinning your wheels? Do you have a business or personal goal that seems unreachable? Is your life is way off kilter? If you answered yes to any of these questions, here are few tips for you. Spinning Your Wheels If you are stuck in the muck of an ordinary life, do yourself a favor and come to terms with what is truly interesting and important to you. For me, it's always a list. Then ask yourself how much time you're spending doing the things that are no longer of any interest to you. Start eliminating the tasks, roles and events in your life that ... (read more) Author: Shann Vander Leek

11. Build Better Relationships By Establishing Exceptional Listening Skills October 24, 2007 Have you ever been a part of a conversation where the person you are talking with is always stepping on your words and interrupting your flow by cutting you off at every turn? How did that make you feel? Compare that experience to having a conversation with a person who is attentive, making eye contact and processing your words before responding. Active listening is a skill worth mastering for rewarding and successful relationships. Years ago, when I was starting a sales career, I was focused on one goal, closing the deal. On my quest to make a sales call - the one that would put me o... (read more) Author: Shann Vander Leek

12. 5 Ideas For Successful Transitions October 24, 2007 Last year I made one of the most important decisions in my life. The promise to leave corporate America and give my entrepreneurial calling a shot. I declared New Years Eve of 2006 that I would not enter the comfort of my workplace of 14 years, one day beyond December 31st of the new year. Here we are one year later and I DID IT! I managed to work for 11 months setting up my new business on nights and weekends and even managed to take a night class for my coaching certification. Here are five ideas to help you successfully work through a significant transition. Figure out ... (read more) Author: Shann Vander Leek

13. 5 Winning Ways to Address Anger and Get on With Your Life October 24, 2007 Have you ever known a person who is angry all of the time? These sort of loose cannons can be amusing for a bit, until you realize how draining their sideshows can be. I refer to these riled up angry people as Energy Vampires. Energy Vampires will take any chance they can to drain all of your positive energy while spouting off like an eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Do you think these vampires have any idea how many people choose to stay away from them based on their dark energy? The sad part of the equation is, how many people stay present for these shenanigans and then won... (read more) Author: Shann Vander Leek

14. 5 Winning Ideas to Balance Your Life October 10, 2007 People who regularly rant, rave and complain about life, politics and work can tap out all of your positive energy. Steer clear of these folks at all costs. If you have to spend time with Energy Vampires, do your best to find humor in their antics. Cell phones and Computers can also zap your your time and energy. Consider turning off your cell phone after 5:00pm. Creating a balanced and fulfilling life starts with these winning ideas. After all, your life is not a dress rehearsal! Copyright - True Balance Life Caoching - All Rights Reserved Shann has been... (read more) Author: Shann Vander Leek

15. Make More Sales with Relationship-Building Listening Skills October 10, 2007 When I started in sales, I was focused on one goal, closing the deal. On my quest to make a sales call that would put me over the top of my annual budget, I made a huge mistake and learned a valuable lesson from my client. I came to the appointment with the goal of asking for the order. I left with nothing, followed by an angry phone call to my sales manager asking for a new salesperson. You see, I did not show a genuine interest in the relationship or my customers business. This selfish plan backfired, big time. Great Selling starts with listening. You will improve your client relation... (read more) Author: Shann Vander Leek

16. Balanced Living - 5 Tips to Lighten Up and Create a More Balanced Life October 10, 2007 Have you ever felt like you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? Does it seem normal to accept responsibilities, errands, and favors to the degree that you've become slaves to our lives? Consider lightening your load; allowing yourself to be still or take a walk; or let things go for a few hours or a full day if you can swing it. Your quality of life will improve a great deal when you take time to live in the present moment. I work with a woman who hasn’t learned to take time for herself. On Monday mornings when I ask her about how she spent the weekend... (read more) Author: Shann Vander Leek

17. Working Women in the 21st Century - The Great Balancing Act October 10, 2007 For more than 40 years, more and more women are working full time jobs and raising families. We are mothers, wives, sisters, daughters and friends. We do our best to have “it” all, but at what cost? Now, more than ever before, we must pay attention to the quality of our lives. Being better, faster, smarter is not a healthy, balanced way to live. Think about this: If you were to monitor one weekday in your life, what would it look like? Would this sound familiar? Wake up, take a shower, make breakfast, pack lunches, get dressed, get the kids out the door, and, if you’... (read more) Author: Shann Vander Leek

18. A Taste of Galicia - Roasted Pepper and Leek Salad with King Prawns and Quails Eggs September 23, 2007 Quite often when you research information into the various cultures and cuisines that make up countries it is quite possible to find a common theme common name for the food of that country. Such as Chinese Food, Thai Food etc but to be honest it could be argued that with regards to Spain there is no such thing as “Spanish” food as with the make up and historical heritage of Spain it is not quite that simple. The Political and historical make up of Spain with the unification of its particular regions and collective cultural identities make it perfectly reasonable and logical to argue that... (read more) Author: Stephen Morgan

19. Roasted Pepper and Leek Salad with King Prawns and Quails Eggs September 20, 2007 Quite often when you research information into the various cultures and cuisines that make up countries it is quite possible to find a common theme common name for the food of that country. Such as Indian Food, Chinese Food but when you refer to Spain or to put it possibly more accurately food and recipes that originate from the Country of Spain it is not that straightforward. The reason for this is that Spain is an amalgam of its constituent parts that is to say it could be described as a political construct which is made up of disparate groups with their own languages, cultures, cuisi... (read more) Author: Stephen Morgan

20. Garlic – How to Use Garlic for Home Treatments April 03, 2007 Garlic is an herb that is a part of every Indian kitchen. It is one of the herbs that are widely used as spices worldwide. Since centuries people are using garlic to enhance taste of their food. In spite of making our food delicious it serves a major role in maintaining our health. Garlic is derived from a Greek word “garleac” that means spear leek. References of garlic are found in ancient texts and mythological stories. Egyptians used to worship garlic by placing them on the tombs of their ancestors. They thought that garlic would save them from evil spirits and vampires. It would ... (read more) Author: Dr John Anne

21. Culinary Challenge from Fun Trivia November 14, 2006 Questions: 1. One of the world’s oldest cultivated vegetables, this member of the lily family was considered sacred by ancient Egyptians, as valuable as gold in the Middle Ages, and a vital food for many historical military commanders on land and sea. Can you name this vegetable? A. Onion B. Carrot C. Leek D. Garlic 2. Which domesticated fowl was originally native to Southern Ontario, parts of the U.S. and Mexico before being domesticated by Indians and brought to Europe by English settlers? A. Chicken B. Duck C. Pigeon D. Turkey 3. Some early Spanish priests, aware of t... (read more) Author: Deanna Mascle

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