Small Steps -- fruit redhucks -- 2011.06

Small Steps

A journey of a thousand miles begins with
a single step.

Lao-tzu

Try This:

My schedule this past week was packed and I didn't have time to write this week's Small Steps. So I decided to look back at the beginning and see if I could re-use some of my earlier material. This came from my very first edition in September 2008. Wow, to think I've been sharing ideas and thoughts for that long and guess what? I'm still talking about getting your fruit in.

Creative ways to get your fruit in:

Try applesauce as a fat-free substitute when baking.
If you like your fruit cold -- freeze grapes.
If you like your fruit room temperature -- microwave it for 10-15 seconds.
Mix apples, bananas or pears with acidic fruit like oranges, pineapple or lemon juice to keep it from turning brown in a fresh fruit salad. Add grapes and some nuts.
Try canned pumpkin in a spice cake mix to make cupcakes.

I'm going to add a new one -- use green papayas instead of potatoes in stews (especially with chicken) and as hash browns.

How do you get your fruit in?

How'd it go?

How did you define balance & joy last week?
check out last week's edition

Check This Out:

Martin Seligman talks on TEDtalk about positive psychology and 3 types of happiness -- the pleasant life, the good life and the meaningful life... http://on.ted.com/8sXi

For everyone

February 6 through February 12 has been designated International Coaching Week, and as a way of celebrating the coaching process I would like to offer everyone 30 minutes of phone coaching free that week (this includes previous and current clients). This is over the phone and all times are Hawaii Time. If you are interested but need to convert my times to your time zone click here.

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Quote:

If you really want to do something, you'll find a way; if you don't, you'll find an excuse.

Bits & Pieces on Leadership

My Journey:

I've lost weight twice before but I gained it back eventually. This time I'm determined to keep it off and I realize that it's not a one time fix. It's a journey. And as with all great journeys, you learn as you go.

I take these small steps with you each week because I also need to build and maintain the habits and behaviors that support me in my journey. Thanks for joining me each week. Have fun and enjoy your life!

more about my journey

photos
above: Shawndra, 2008 by Perceptions Unlimited
right: Shawndra, Christmas 2003

Shawndra Holmberg
Coach & Organizer - I believe YOU can...

www.dhucks.com
808.969.3800

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Bioterrorism Preparedness Planner for the Hawaii District Health Office
Trainer (safety, environmental, process) on Johnston Atoll
Safety, Environmental and Health Coordinator at South Pole, Antartica

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