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Vegan Loaded Lentil and Kale Soup

February 1, 2019February 1, 2019

Two facts about me: 1). I am always cold. My sisters often joke that I am a reptile. 2). I have never been a soup person prior to becoming a vegan. During the winter months, I stay warm by eating lots and lots of chili, chowders, and now soup.

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    Are you after human approval or God’s approval? That is a loaded question. As human beings, it is natural for us to seek acceptance. We want to feel validated, understood,

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  • Georgia had a blast of chilly weather earlier this week so I made hearty vegan lentil and kale soup to stay warm! Easy to make, nutritious, delicious, and so comforting to eat. Lentils and kale are nutritional powerhouses. Lentils contain more iron and more protein per gram than beef and kale has more calcium than milk. One the best parts about making this recipe was that it was SO cheap to make. Literally around $2 per bowl. Swipe to see the main ingredients I used. Your healthy, plant-based meals don’t have to be expensive. I have a 60+ page e-book on my blog available with tips and resources on grocery shopping and meal prepping that you can use. Shop smart! Anyway, this recipe is up on my blog 😋🌱
  • Galatians 1:10 says, “Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If I were trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ.” This year, I’m committing to reflecting on one lesson per month. This month, it was approval. In my most recent blog post I addressed the questions, “Why do so many of us care about what others think? Who am I trying to please?” It’s natural and human to want to feel validated, affirmed and liked by people. However, our identity is not to be tied to the approval of others (Romans 12:2). Human approval is an idol. Any idol can be anything in our lives. Idolatry occurs when we desire that thing more than we desire God. It is a heart issue. So if you’re finding that you get upset over someone’s negative comments, have trouble saying “no”, feel the need to be perfect or to impress others, compromise your values, hesitate to pursue goals (the list goes on)...it’s worth looking at your motivations. Is the need for approval holding you back? It should not matter what others think of you. Those opinions won’t get you to heaven or strengthen your relationship with Christ. Nor will they bring you closer to your purpose. 💛 How have you addressed the idol of approval? Share your thoughts!
  • I know I am super late to this “aging” challenge: My face has changed/slimmed so much since giving up dairy and other animal products. I no longer experience bloating that would last for days. No more digestive issues. I have lots of energy. I actually cook my meals about 98% of the time. And I feel so good in my clothes (from a size 10 dress to a size 6). I never imagined God placing me on this 3 and 1/2 year journey. Transitioning to a plant-based, vegan diet is honestly the best decision I’ve made for my health and self-confidence. If anyone is thinking about making the change, it’s never, ever too late to start! 🌱💛
  • When I’m feeling down or anxious, I drink tea. Winter can be a strange time because seasonal depression (seasonal affective disorder) sneaks up. It is very real. I have to be in serious prayer mode and commit to habits that boost my mood. If you need an effective pick-me-up, try some turmeric tea. Turmeric contains curcumin, which has been found to relieve symptoms of anxiety and it activates the happiness hormone, serotonin. It is also powerful for reducing pain and improving digestion. The more you know! I always feel so much better after having a cup. I make my own delicious vegan turmeric tea with other healing spices. The recipe is on my blog. What’s your favorite kind of tea? 💛☕️
  • Awkwardly hugging my lil body because I’ve accomplished two of my goals so far this year. And it is THAT I HAVE FINALLY LAUNCHED MY BLOG. And my plant-based e-book! 🌱 It is all live!!! 🙌🏾 Let me tell y’all something right now. Procrastination is the enemy of progress. It took me a whole year to get over my fear of branching out / re-branding myself. I finally put my foot down last summer/fall and got to work. It is amazing what happens when you let go of fear and boldly pursue faith. You realize that the only opinion that truly matters is the one that belongs to God. In fact, I have an entire blog post on that topic that you can read right now! Please go start that blog, that book, that business, or whatever it is that God has told you to do. Don’t delay, OBEY! Your gifts matter—His word confirms that. There is room for you too. And check out my blog while you’re at it (it looks even better on your desktop)! 💛😝
  • Let’s address the digital elephant in this room: As we close out this year, remember that the quest for the perfectly curated feed is unrealistic. And it’s stressful and unnecessarily overwhelming. It is personally difficult for me to relate to anyone in that way. This year has really shown me that we may never get the real help that we need if we are constantly hiding behind a veil. It is okay to be transparent. It is okay to be ourselves. How can we expect to openly discuss issues surrounding mental health when we aren’t allowing ourselves to be vulnerable? You do not have to sell perfection to be seen or heard. Just show up as you are.

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  • Georgia had a blast of chilly weather earlier this week so I made hearty vegan lentil and kale soup to stay warm! Easy to make, nutritious, delicious, and so comforting to eat. Lentils and kale are nutritional powerhouses. Lentils contain more iron and more protein per gram than beef and kale has more calcium than milk. One the best parts about making this recipe was that it was SO cheap to make. Literally around $2 per bowl. Swipe to see the main ingredients I used. Your healthy, plant-based meals don’t have to be expensive. I have a 60+ page e-book on my blog available with tips and resources on grocery shopping and meal prepping that you can use. Shop smart! Anyway, this recipe is up on my blog 😋🌱
  • Galatians 1:10 says, “Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If I were trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ.” This year, I’m committing to reflecting on one lesson per month. This month, it was approval. In my most recent blog post I addressed the questions, “Why do so many of us care about what others think? Who am I trying to please?” It’s natural and human to want to feel validated, affirmed and liked by people. However, our identity is not to be tied to the approval of others (Romans 12:2). Human approval is an idol. Any idol can be anything in our lives. Idolatry occurs when we desire that thing more than we desire God. It is a heart issue. So if you’re finding that you get upset over someone’s negative comments, have trouble saying “no”, feel the need to be perfect or to impress others, compromise your values, hesitate to pursue goals (the list goes on)...it’s worth looking at your motivations. Is the need for approval holding you back? It should not matter what others think of you. Those opinions won’t get you to heaven or strengthen your relationship with Christ. Nor will they bring you closer to your purpose. 💛 How have you addressed the idol of approval? Share your thoughts!
  • I know I am super late to this “aging” challenge: My face has changed/slimmed so much since giving up dairy and other animal products. I no longer experience bloating that would last for days. No more digestive issues. I have lots of energy. I actually cook my meals about 98% of the time. And I feel so good in my clothes (from a size 10 dress to a size 6). I never imagined God placing me on this 3 and 1/2 year journey. Transitioning to a plant-based, vegan diet is honestly the best decision I’ve made for my health and self-confidence. If anyone is thinking about making the change, it’s never, ever too late to start! 🌱💛
  • When I’m feeling down or anxious, I drink tea. Winter can be a strange time because seasonal depression (seasonal affective disorder) sneaks up. It is very real. I have to be in serious prayer mode and commit to habits that boost my mood. If you need an effective pick-me-up, try some turmeric tea. Turmeric contains curcumin, which has been found to relieve symptoms of anxiety and it activates the happiness hormone, serotonin. It is also powerful for reducing pain and improving digestion. The more you know! I always feel so much better after having a cup. I make my own delicious vegan turmeric tea with other healing spices. The recipe is on my blog. What’s your favorite kind of tea? 💛☕️
  • Awkwardly hugging my lil body because I’ve accomplished two of my goals so far this year. And it is THAT I HAVE FINALLY LAUNCHED MY BLOG. And my plant-based e-book! 🌱 It is all live!!! 🙌🏾 Let me tell y’all something right now. Procrastination is the enemy of progress. It took me a whole year to get over my fear of branching out / re-branding myself. I finally put my foot down last summer/fall and got to work. It is amazing what happens when you let go of fear and boldly pursue faith. You realize that the only opinion that truly matters is the one that belongs to God. In fact, I have an entire blog post on that topic that you can read right now! Please go start that blog, that book, that business, or whatever it is that God has told you to do. Don’t delay, OBEY! Your gifts matter—His word confirms that. There is room for you too. And check out my blog while you’re at it (it looks even better on your desktop)! 💛😝
  • Let’s address the digital elephant in this room: As we close out this year, remember that the quest for the perfectly curated feed is unrealistic. And it’s stressful and unnecessarily overwhelming. It is personally difficult for me to relate to anyone in that way. This year has really shown me that we may never get the real help that we need if we are constantly hiding behind a veil. It is okay to be transparent. It is okay to be ourselves. How can we expect to openly discuss issues surrounding mental health when we aren’t allowing ourselves to be vulnerable? You do not have to sell perfection to be seen or heard. Just show up as you are.
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