Posted by
Lilian on
February 22, 2012
A delicious yet simple greek recipe by Diane Kochilas, as presented at the Culinary Institute of America's 2012 Worlds of Healthy Flavors Retreat.
Ingredients:
3 Tbsp Extra virgin Greek olive oil
1 Cup Onion, coarsely chopped
3 1/2 Cup Green cabbage, washed, thinly shredded
1 Cup Plum tomatoes, peeled and chopped
2 3/4 Cup Water
1 Cup Long grain brown rice
1/2 Cup Raisins, dark, seedless
1/2 Cup Almonds, blanched, finely chopped
1/4 Tsp. Cinnamon
Cayenne to taste
Paprika to taste
Salt to taste
Posted by
Lilian on
February 10, 2012
Eighty-three year old Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh travels the world teaching and remains vibrant, clear and energized. An integral part of his routine is mindful eating.
The monks, nuns and Thay sit together to eat mindfully and joyfully at every meal. This is a time of communion with the earth and all its inhabitants. As they serve themselves food, they see that the entire universe, (rain, sunshine, earth, air and love) is supporting their existence.
The joy and nourishment that arise from this practice can be found in your home too. You must simply commit to being present and savoring your food.
Posted by
Lilian on
February 2, 2012
Food packaging and diet trends can be misleading. Marketing materials often lead us to believe that if we eat low-fat foods, we will be low fat too. But for many people, low-fat diets just don’t work.
Posted by
Lilian on
January 16, 2012
In the powerful voice of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we hear suffering and strength. This combination is so truly human, it reaches through time and space to tug on our common thread and touch our hearts.
Dr. King is recognized in large-part as leader of the civil rights movement, but above all, he was an advocate for humanity. It is wonderful that a national monument in D.C. honoring him is now in place. He traveled over 6 million miles, delivered 2,500 speeches—and in each one, insisted that we recognize our greatest strength: togetherness.
Posted by
Lilian on
January 5, 2012
Do you find yourself stuck somewhere between making healthful New Year's intentions and implementing them? Mindfulness practice can help bridge this gap. When we are aware, we can change long-ingrained patterns without condemning or depriving ourselves.
Posted by
Lilian on
December 28, 2011
1. Renew your meditation practice. Do NOT add meditation to your to-do list. Instead, consider it a tool to enhance your everyday experiences. Meditate while standing in line, while cooking, or while walking down the street. A sticky note on your computer or next to your bed, with a soothing meditation, may help keep you on track.
Posted by
Lilian on
December 19, 2011
As days roll on in the northern hemisphere, we’ll soon be welcoming winter. Until the solstice on December 21st, sunlight will continue to wane, reminding us that even the earth and sun are ever-changing.
In darkened nights we may enjoy our less-dominant senses: the slushing swish of cars driving past, the smell of steeping tea or simmering soup. Invite the dimming of sight and the calm of cold.
Let’s savor the stillness of early evenings, with thoughtful dinners and relaxation. We may share this time with loved ones, or choose to practice self-care.
Posted by
Lilian on
November 28, 2011
Dear Savor Community,
Let’s use this time, in the wake of Thanksgiving, to nurture the deep seeds of gratitude within us. We can water these seeds each day, by pausing to notice and embrace the love that flows through to connect us all. Like making way for water to run, we carve out time and attention in our lives, so that we may fully accept the gifts of life.
Breathing in, I open my heart to receive love.
Breathing out, I smile with thanks.
Posted by
Lilian on
November 20, 2011
In our first interview with Mondo Samu, we asked him how it feels to have lost 100lbs with mindful eating and living over the last year. He spoke of mental and physical agility and stamina + how mindfulness has improved his relationships. Here we dig a little deeper - he shares with us what tools and knowledge have been most helpful in this journey.
Posted by
Lilian on
November 10, 2011
Members of the Nutrition department at the Harvard School of Public Health have been advising Google food service to ensure healthy choices since 2009. During this summer, Google executive chef and nutritionist Olivia Wu and I discussed the appropriate portion size for desserts. Since all Google meals are free and employees get unlimited servings, I commented that it’s important for Googlers to learn about mindful eating along with healthy portion sizes and the nutrition of their food.
When I told Olivia that I co-authored Savor – Mindful Eating, Mindful Life with Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh, she immediately asked me to invite Thay to speak at Google headquarters.
