ANJA'S INSIGHT

There’s so much life inside of you that you haven’t tapped into yet. Don’t let the past define who you are. Don’t let mistakes label you and don’t let other people shape you into something you don’t want to be. I want you to commit to yourself, dare to dream big and embrace your inner strength- because you got it and it’s there waiting for you to unleash it. It’s not an easy road but you’ll get there and when you get there it will all be worth it because you chose to honor the amazing person who you truly are. . . You have a choice, it’s all up to you how far you want to go. Shielding behind the stories you’ve told yourself about how you’re not enough, how you don’t deserve better, how you’re not beautiful, how you are no good, is giving power to those who don’t believe in you and we can’t let that happen can’t we now. . . 👑 (at Freeport, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq-jL7FhjTM/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=hrnjrnl6ynv1

In the middle of meal prepping for the week I said fluff it imma make some cinnamon rolls- from scratch. We’re in the middle of a big deadline and comfort food is calling my name 24/7. So what do you do when you’re craving something that you know is not the best for your body? You make it from scratch, it takes longer but you will be able to choose the best ingredients for your recipe. Store bought goodies are packed with ingredients that are hard to pronounce and we have no idea where they come from. Good food takes work but it’s SO worth it. And- here comes the most important part . . Make sure you share it with friends/ family/ neighbors/ lovers because you know, the chances of you eating the whole pan are really high 😉 . . Who wants the recipe? TAG a friend who you’ll at least share one roll 🥳 (at Freeport, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq7-h7yBNeD/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=4eu5e8hkjd9w

Stop trying to please everyone around you. I get you,you’re a giver, so am I BUT the takers will take until there’s nothing left and its up to you to draw the line start giving back to yourself. . . Do not feel guilty and mostly, do not let other make you feel guilty. Self- care is health and in order to thrive in life we need to healthy. It’s ok to say no to others and it’s ok to take time for yourself in fact, it’s a must. . . What is one thing that you will start working on? (at Freeport, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqsSOKjhMCd/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1wjeu7028xwq0

Cheesy sandwich is always a good idea. How to resist this dish full of comfort? . . ✖️Recipe by Chef @alikikimoreno, it’s in our reset guide 👉🏽Link on bio. (at Freeport, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bqp4kP6Bsb3/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=7ydmrumhy74j

Do not forget to play I repeat ladies- DO NOT forget to play. . . I remember going to my osteopath because I was in a very sad place and he said, Anja you just need to play, being an adult can be fun as too- never heard wiser words. . . We grow up and we are inundated with tons of responsibilities, some you might not even signed up for- ehmmmm laundry, I’m talking to you- And in the midst of figuring life out, we forget how to play. Many mamas may relate with me when I say that sometimes we don’t even have time to play with our kids and that’s because we are not playing at all in life. I want to invite you to play girl, find what works for you- it might be something small such as sitting on that swing and see if you can touch the sky or have game night & wine at your house with friends. Whatever might speak to you, make it your mission- more than any New Years resolution- Play, play, because life can be magical. (at Freeport, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqhvkkNBY77/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1lfxygcdr7xyl

Happy thanksgiving 🍁 I know that today is a day where we eat, laugh and spend time with our loved ones. I have a couple of suggestions that will help you not completely fall off track. . . ✖️Eat slowly- I know there's so much on the table and your eyes are going nuts. ✖️Listen to your body, it will tell you when its full- don't ignore it. ✖️Eat without guilt, hug your people and feel gratitude. . . What's your favorite Thanksgiving dish? (at Freeport, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqfBfGWhgGk/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=ilrh9t8aj2bj

Here are my thoughts on smoothies & smoothie bowls 🥥 I absolutely #love them but, there always a but right? They are packed with sugar, and as you guys know... to much sugar 💀 Here are my 5 tips for happy smoothieng-I love to invent words- . . ✖️Make them yourself, store bought one have sneaky ingredientes and sometimes they even add sugar. ✖️Add veggies such as Kale, spinach, carrots, cucumbers. ✖️Coconut water is awesome, make sure it has no added sugar or fruit juice. Unsweetened nut milks are the jam. ✖️If you add protein powders, make sure that they’re low in sugar- 2g per serving is ideal. I prefer unsweetened ones because they taste of alternative sugar is just not pleasant for me. ✖️Choose 1 or 2 fruits low in sugar, don’t got rainbow fruit on your smoothie because you’ll easily add up to 50gr of sugar per serving and that my friend it’s a crime, well not really but you get my point. So you get an idea, a single banana 🍌 can have up-to 25gr of sugar and a cup of mangoes 🥭 22gr. . . Many fruitarians will read this and say, girl you know nothing and I respect their point of view. Am I against sugar? Nope, not at all but I’m aware that your body doesn’t need industrial amounts of sugar in order to thrive, in fact, rather the opposite. . . Share your favorite smoothie recipe! https://www.instagram.com/p/BqcymBjBciO/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=16vnzsew74y1

Sourdough English muffins 🍞 . . Remember that I told you that you can do amazing things with your sourdough starter? . . Ok, let me back up a little because I can easily see how this can become quite overwhelming. But it’s not, bare with me darling. . . Each time you’re feeding your starter (which is homemade yeast) you have to discard a cup before feeding it because it will overflow your jar and it will be a mess, trust me, I’ve been there. Instead of discarding the cup of starter, you can use it to make English muffins, waffles, pancakes, banana bread. You name it. . . Who wants the recipe of these G L O R I O U S muffins ❓ . . And let me know if you need help with your sourdough starter. But I bet you can find an awesome video on #youtube (at Freeport, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqaYjcKBvTe/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=191lb0sywcvqk

You do not have to change over night, all you need to do is to care. This gorgeous pic and recipe created by @alikikimoreno is one of the breakfast options you will find in our guide ✖️VR & Wellness 7-day reset That you can get for free, yes for free. All the effort that these beautiful and talented women @nataliapaladines @ang.singer @alikikimoreno poured in, myself included, so you can have access to a guide that will help you jump start your health. . . TAG a friend that needs to read this 🥰 . . . Link on bio to download the guide. (at Freeport, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqYq5_gBI1N/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=uqzql4emefwj

If I had to make an analogy it would be that life it’s like making sourdough. At first it may seem daunting, you might not have all the tools they say you need and one recipe won’t get you to your final product but when you realize that it’s all up to you, that you’re creative enough to figure sh**t out, when failing the first few times doesn’t discourage you then you will get where you want to go. It’s all about cultivating an growth mindset and, this is a big one, wait for it...... . . Have patience because there’s not such thing as overnight success. . . The recipe, I cannot give credit to one person because I watched countless of YouTube videos and read at least 40 blogs. So I thank everyone who made this amazing bread possible. . . ✖️3/4 cup of sourdough starter ✖️2 1/2- 3 cups of flour ✖️1 cup of lukewarm water ✖️1 tsp of Himalayan salt ✖️Mix all the wet ingredients, sift the flour, if you don’t have a sifter use a fine strainer. Knead the dough for a few minutes (it will be sticky, don’t add extra flour) I have to mention that I’m doing a lazy version. Oil a bowl and let the dough rest in a warm spot for 3-4 hours covered with plastic wrap and a towel on top. Shape your dough and put it in a glass casserole,with parchment paper, top with flour, cover and let it rest for 2-4 hours. Slice the top of the dough with a sharp knife. Preheat oven 450F bake covered for 20min, uncover and bake for extra 30min. If you want to add extra moisture, place a tray in the oven with water. . . . My sourdough starter was 2 weeks old, feeding it every 12-24hr hours with 1/2 cup of flour and 3/8 cup of warm water. Remember to discard 1 cup of starter every time you feed it. (at Freeport, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqSULv8BpLI/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=16awmboc2j75x

We seek perfection, we try to avoid failures at all costs. But there my friend, there is where you learn. If I could tell anything to my younger self would be to fail as many times as possible Failure is a great teacher, perfection on the other hand it’s like a unicorn- it simply doesn’t exist. . . 📸: Amélie (at Freeport, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqQazi8hTpW/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1gd2y1i0z90r3

In the process of self discovery and finding what feels good I experimented with different types of nutritional approaches. My favorite by far is plant based but we’re not exclusive. When I eat meat, I make sure that I eat high quality, grass/vegetarian fed, organic,wild caught and local. One of the most popular saying goes “You are what you eat” but I believe that we are what we can digest and what the animal ate. Meat is a rare staple at our house but these lamb burgers are a hit. Recipe adapted from @lyngenetplan . . ✖️1lb organic lamb ✖️2 cups of shredded zucchini sautéed in coconut oil ✖️1tsp Himalayan sea salt ✖️Mix all the ingredients, shape into patties, freeze or grill. . . How often do you eat meat? (at Freeport, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqN1Hg0hAn_/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=c0o720io0ylv

Cheat meal? No, I don’t believe in those. I have a love affair with food but don’t see it as a punishment nor a reward. We’ve been taught since we were little: “If you finish all your food you can have sweets” “If you do all your homework you can have cake” and that’s when our relationship with food goes sideways. ✖️Food is fuel. Period. ✖️If you have an expensive car would you use cheap gas ? ✖️It’s all about the quality of the ingredients ✖️It’s about the people who you share your food with. Kid you not, there’s scientific proof that when people eat Mc Donald’s with people they care about, the overall inflammation response in the body is lower than if they eat it by themselves. Should we all eat Mc all the time? Probably not, remember cheap fuel. Your body is a freakin Ferrari. Treat it as such. . . 🍞Sourdough recipe coming soon, I’m testing a couple of new recipes to make it lighter. (at Freeport, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqH4HCWBZQ3/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1g58p44updaph

Because no matter how strong or determined we feel, life has its highs and lows. Hang in there, believe in yourself no matter what. You don’t have to prove anything to anyone but yourself. Don’t give up but don’t burn yourself to the ground either. ✖️You are smart ✖️You are beautiful ✖️You are confident ✖️You got this You are you and that’s the most amazing thing in the world girl. Don’t give up because the world needs you. (at Freeport, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqFmAO7B2co/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=7kwujqvnlfez

Well this happened today 🤤 Homemade sourdough bread from scratch. ✖️It was challenging ✖️It took me 2 weeks to build up the sourdough starter ✖️It came out a tad denser than I was expect ✖️It was absolutely worth it and it tasted freakin’ amazing 🥖Who wants the recipe? (at Freeport, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqC7UKAB1CR/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=owqr5dn232n9

Green juice and mermaid nails🧜🏼‍♀️ . . I like to drink my juices in the morning even more so know that I’m taking a long break from coffee ☕️ ✖️What are you going to need for this juice? • 6 stalks of celery • 1/2 cucumber Preferably #organic Unless you have a super powerful blender I suggest you juice it because celery hairs are the worst 🤢 Maybe you can use your blender and then strain it but then again that can quickly become an overly complicated ordeal specially if you want to stay consistent with juicing. 🥒🥒🥒🥒🥒🥒🥒🥒🥒 . . 💅🏽Nails by: @mctjauregui22 at @cleopatra_salon1 (at Freeport, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bp91Xp8BPQR/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ewiuvezz97f4