Protect our Greenbelt land……. I have just attended a meeting about a proposal for a development of 50 houses and 170 car parking space on greenbelt land in the village of Blakedown as well as a further 50 car parking spaces by Blakedown station. It seems that to get the spaces needed for station parking … Continue reading Protect our Greenbelt Land →

Social connections. 3D illustration FOCUS #2: 'CONNECT' Connections with others can support, enrich, positively challenge and engage you in a way that supports & boosts your self-care. The 5 main connection areas for me are: 1. Family 2. Friends 3. Hobbies/interest groups 4. Work colleagues 5. Wider community (including social media) - Where does your … Continue reading Self care focus- Connect →

FOCUS #3: 'BE ACTIVE' If you feel this area needs a boost, find simple and realistic ways to incorporate being active into your daily life.  For someone who has moved from a job where I've been on my feet all day to one where I'm sitting down a lot, building in activities is something I … Continue reading Self Care focus-Be Active →

The Four Greatest Powers of the Mind – Imagination. All humans have a capacity to imagine things that have not yet occurred. While some people tap into their imaginations more readily than others, we all do it. It can be simple like imagining new words to an old song, or complex like imagining a whole new … Continue reading The Four Greatest Powers of the Mind →

FOCUS #4: 'GIVE / VOLUNTEER' This can include giving your time to, or sharing knowledge with, someone you feel is deserving.  Other examples include: - volunteering your time at weekends/evenings in the local community - doing things for family/friends - taking on a voluntary role at a local club - helping out a neighbour In … Continue reading Self care focus – Give →

In 2008 the New Economics Foundation (NEF) revealed 5 types of action to give your wellbeing a boost: 1. Connect 2. Be active 3. Take notice 4. Keep learning 5. Give (or volunteer) Some of these areas you may naturally do (e.g. volunteering to help others / giving your time, noticing & appreciating your environment … Continue reading Self care →

Ingredients 16 ounces ​silken tofu1 cup peanut butter (creamy)3/4 cup sugar2 tablespoon soy milk2 teaspoon vanilla Nutritional Guidelines (per serving)650Calories40gFat56gCarbs27g Protein (Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.) Steps to Make It Combine the tofu, peanut butter, sugar, soy milk and vanilla in a food processor or blender and blend until smooth.Spoon … Continue reading Vegan Tofu Peanut pie →

Ingredients 2 containers vegan cream cheese (Tofutti brand is best)1 cup sugar1 tsp. vanilla1/4 cup lime juice (or key lime juice)2 tsp. lime zest2 tbsp. cornstarchGraham cracker crust ( see below) Garnish: fresh fruit Nutritional Guidelines (per serving)226Calories10gFat33gCarbs2gProtein GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST RECIPE This graham cracker crust is easy to make and delicious, made from scratch with … Continue reading Vegan Key-lime Pie →

Hearty oatmeal scones with fresh berries are easy and delicious. They are great for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea. These scones are vegan and gluten-free friendly. INGREDIENTS  1 1/2 cups all purpose or gluten-free flour  1 1/4 cups old fashioned oats (gluten free if needed)  1/3 cup sugar (I used coconut sugar)  1 tablespoon baking … Continue reading Oatmeal berry scones →