Since returning to work, I've started meal planning for us as family again and I've found that it's cutting the cost of our food shop by quite a bit. Most days we eat the same meals with some slight variations. I also plan mine and my husband's lunches for the week and usually prep them in advance for the days I'm in work.
This weeks dinner meal plan:
This weeks dinner meal plan:
Monday
Chicken Wraps
Tuesday
Sweet Chilli Garlic Glazed Salmon with Green Vegetables
(Kids just having white fish and veg)
Wednesday
Turkey Chilli
Thursday
Lemongrass and Chilli Salmon Skewers with Mediterranean Vegetables
Friday
Steak and Vegetables
Saturday
Halloumi Burgers
Sunday
Chicken Roast Dinner
Lunches this week:
Lemon Pesto Caprese Salad
Greek Chicken and Salad
Soup
Ham and Cheese Omelette
What's on your meal plan for the week ahead? I'm always looking for new meal prep ideas for lunches and snacks.
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When standing on the scales or when looking in the mirror, many of us often see the need to lose a few pounds. After doing so, we will often feel better in ourselves, not only in terms of our health, but through greater feelings of self-confidence too.
If you're planning on losing weight then, or if you are in the midst of trying to do so, we wish you every success. Here are some diet trends that might help you lose those pounds sooner rather than later. However, to be truly effective with your weight-loss plan, there are certain things you shouldn't do, and these include the following.
#1: Don't give up on your exercise routines
You may have started keeping fit with the good intention of losing weight (and preserving your health in general), but there may be times when you are tempted to miss a day or two, especially when the weather is cold or when you have other things to do with your time. However, while a day off here or there is okay, it might become a habit if you're not mindful, and that could scupper your weight-loss plan altogether, especially if you then spend your time being inactive. We appreciate it's not always easy to stay motivated, but our tips in this article might make life easier for you, and return you to some kind of exercise sooner rather than later. You will then start to lose those pounds rather than gain any by spending longer hours on your sofa!
#2: Don't drink a glass of wine with your evening meal
You already know that too much alcohol is bad for you. Not only might it cause you to act irresponsibly when you've had a little too much to drink, but it can affect your lifespan too, as heart disease and cancer are just two of the health risks that arise as a consequence of drinking alcohol in excess. If you know you have a problem with alcohol in this way, then giving up is a no-brainer. There is some useful advice at help4addiction.co.uk if this applies to you. However, even if you're able to drink in moderation, giving up is a must if you are intent on losing weight. There are around 125 calories in every glass of wine you drink, and if you're prone to a tipple or two more, you can do the maths yourself. Instead, go for a non-alcohol alternative; not only will you lose weight quicker this way, but you will also do your overall wellbeing a boost as well.
#3: Don't lose out on sleep
According to The Sleep Doctor, sleep deprivation has a direct correlation to weight gain. When you miss out on sleep, your body experiences hormonal changes that can increase your overall appetite. And not only that but according to the linked article, you are more likely to make less-reasoned choices when you are feeling tired, so when you're hungry, you might opt for junk food items instead of those foods that you have been reliant on in your diet plan. Of course, being tired during the day also means you are less likely to do anything active with your time, so going back to #1 in this short list, this might also impinge on your motivation to keep up with your usual exercise routine. Therefore, ensure you get a good night's sleep if you want to lose weight rather then gain it!
#4: Don't justify a treat day
Many of us take a treat day now and again, wrongly assuming that it's okay to indulge in less healthy foods one day a week after eating foods attributed to our diet plan the rest of the time. Or we might reward ourselves with a tasty (and not very healthy) snack after a particularly rigorous workout at the gym or the park. We don't need to tell you that this is problematic, because those treats aren't going to do a lot for your weight plan. You need to cut out the justifications because you will struggle to see any real results otherwise. Rather than treating yourself to unhealthy foods, reward yourself in other ways. Buy yourself something nice to wear from the store, for example, perhaps in one size too small for you to give you the incentive to keep up with your weight-loss programme. Or treat yourself to a delicious and healthy meal that won't sabotage your usual diet.
Finally
If you are serious about losing weight, take note of what we have advised here. If you don't, it might take you a longer period of time to lose weight, or you might not lose it at all. Be mindful then, and hopefully, you will see the positive weight results the next time you stand on the scales or cautiously glance into the mirror!
Next up in my Disney quotes for Mindfulness series is Aladdin. This is my all time favourite Disney film and I can't believe I haven't written this post sooner.
Mindfulness really helped me through my postnatal depression. Focusing my mind on reflection helped to calm me down and bring me back into the moment when I was struggling.
Here are 15 Aladdin quotes for Mindfulness:
1) But oh, to be free. To be my own master. Such a thing would be greater than all the magic and all the treasures in all the world
2) Just 'bee' yourself
3) I'm like a shooting star, I've come so far. I can't go back to where I used to be
4) I am not a prize to be won
5) A fool off his guard, could fall and fall hard
6) You've got some power in your corner now
7) I'm not worthless
8) A whole new world with new horizons to pursue
9) Do you trust me?
10) I do love you, but I gotta stop pretending to be something I'm not
11) You ain't never had a friend like me
12) What would you wish for?
13) I can open your eyes
14) I'm in the mood to help you dude
15) For the first time in my life, things are starting to go right
You can read the rest of my series by clicking below:
15 Winnie the Pooh Quotes for Mindfulness
15 Beauty and the Beast Quotes for Mindfulness
15 Moana Quotes for Mindfulness
15 Peter Pan Quotes for Mindfulness
15 The Lion King Quotes for Mindfulness
15 Winnie the Pooh Quotes for Mindfulness
15 Beauty and the Beast Quotes for Mindfulness
15 Moana Quotes for Mindfulness
15 Peter Pan Quotes for Mindfulness
15 The Lion King Quotes for Mindfulness
Traveling is often something when we imagine, we think it has to involve really far away places and longer trips, but this isn’t always the case, and many times, the shorter trips we take can actually be more enjoyable since if we know we have less time to enjoy something, we’ll be more conscious of fitting everything in as much as possible.
So, if you have a shorter trip coming up and are wondering how you’re going to make the most of it and see all that you want to see, then in this post we’re going to share with you some of our top tips for how to do just that.
Have a clear plan:
As you should with any trip you’re planning, it’s always a good idea to have a plan in mind for the things you want to do and see whilst you’re there. Of course, having a plan doesn’t mean being completely rigid and not doing anything off the cuff, but it’s simply to ensure that you do actually have some kind of framework to follow so that you can at least hit the best sights and not end up leaving and feeling like you did nothing at all and you’d have been as well staying at home.
Know the best way to get around:
When it comes to getting around the place you’re visiting, this will require a little bit of research on your part because all countries and cities are completely different in terms of roads and overall infrastructure, so whilst getting around a city in Europe could be much easier thanks to great public transportation systems and well connected roads, other parts of the world may not be as easy.
However, it’s not just about how you’re getting around in terms of the the availability of options, but also in looking at how much time you have and what the most time effective and efficient way would be. So, for example, you might want to use something like a Prague chauffeur service if you don’t feel confident relying on public transport or just if you feel it will save you some time.
Allocate time for each place:
When you have a limited time budget to work with, then you need to spend your time wisely and this means creating a schedule for yourself that allows you to allocate time to each place you want to visit based on what you think is realisitc, and again this is something you should know ahead of time if you’re going to do some research and make sure you know the best times and days to visit.
Time your visits according to when crowds are less:
As mentioned above, timing is really everything, so making sure that you go at times when places aren’t likely to be busy is definitely a good idea if you’re already short on time since crowds and long lines are definitely going to slow you down - plus sometimes it’s just nicer to have a place that’s not as busy when you’re visiting.
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For many people, a holiday in the United Kingdom is most definitely something they will one day experience, and with that in mind, here are some must-see attractions in London that you should add to your list.
1. Buckingham Palace– No holiday in Great Britain would be complete without seeing and experiencing the wonders that Buckingham Palace has to offer. This is a working royal residence, and the place where Queen Elizabeth II spends a lot of her time while attending to her many royal duties. Queen Victoria was the first monarch to actually use the palace as an official residence in the early 19thcentury, and since then, it has been used continuously. If you have yet to book your flight, there are cheap business class flights and tickets to London that are available from an established online agency.
2. The Tower of London– Located in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, the Tower of London is located on the north banks of the River Thames, and has a very colourful and long, if not disturbing history. The Tower was used as a prison for many years, mainly in the 16thand 17thcenturies, when anyone that the Crown believed to be against them would be detained without trial.
3. The British Museum– Dedicated to the history of mankind, the British Museum is located in the Bloomsbury area of the capital and has some of the best exhibits in the world. This world class museum was established in 1753, by Sir Hans Sloane, who bequeathed more than 70,000 items to the museum, which gave it some foundation.
4. Windsor Castle – Steeped in royal history, this amazing castle is actually located in Windsor, which is a town about 30 miles west of London, in the Royal County of Berkshire. This is a very popular location for foreign tourists, and there are a few other local attractions in Windsor that definitely warrant a visit. The nearby borough of Eton is the home of the most famous public school in the United Kingdom, where aristocracy have been sending their children to be educated. Prince Charles and Prince Andrew both spent time there, and the quaint streets of Windsor & Eton are lined with souvenir shops.
5. The London Eye– If you want an amazing view of this amazing city, the London Eye is a huge observation Wheel that allows you to climb above the city and see it in a unique way. You are suspended 443 feet above the city, which gives you a unique viewpoint, and 3.7 million visitors a year enjoy this spectacle.
Taking a holiday in the United Kingdom offers an unbelievable experience for anyone, especially those from Australia, and with business class flights, the long haul will not drain your energy and you won’t need a couple of days to recover. There are affordable business class flights available from established online travel agencies, who can easily be found with a Google search.
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