Recently, I heard a quote that blew my mind...
"Recognizing your limitations is as important as knowing your potential."
That one line was huge for me because it confirmed that a few thoughts I have been having are wisdom the Lord is giving me about myself. In this first video, I share a few disciplines that He has helped me build based on said wisdom.
The next video will include more of the journey toward being okay with who I was made to be and what I was not meant to do. Stay tuned...I am pretty sure you will be able to relate.
"Don’t you know that the runners in a stadium all race, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way to win the prize. Now everyone who competes exercises self-control in everything. They do it to receive a perishable crown, but we an imperishable crown. So I do not run like one who runs aimlessly or box like one beating the air. Instead, I discipline my body and bring it under strict control, so that after preaching to others, I myself will not be disqualified." 2 Cor 9:24-27
THE POWER OF VEGETARIAN PROTEIN...
This tasty little combo -- Quinoa with sliced beets, kalamata olives, feta (or goat cheese), on your favorite greens -- is one of my favorites. I'm pretty sure I have mentioned it before, but this tidbit is less about the meal and more about learning how to get well-rounded protein in your world.
But what do I mean by "Well-rounded" protein?!
Well, our Keto driven culture is driven towards consuming beastly amounts of MEAT. While this level of protein gobbling can help you lose weight quickly, it is not a healthy way to live and ultimately will cause organ disease contributing to mental health problems. However, even if you are not a vegetarian, there is a plant-based way to add to your protein intake and give you the essential vitamins, minerals, and nutrients that help with whole body health . For intstance...
1 cup of quinoa will add 8 g.
1/4 Cup of feta will add lots of flavor and 7 g.
Adding mushrooms will deliver 2-3 g to your plate.
When sautéing veggies sprinkle a tablespoon of nutritional yeast and 3 g of protein.
When making shakes throw in a tablespoon of your favorite nut butter and a tablespoon of flaxseed. That will add about 4-6 g of protein to your day.
Barillia protein pasta (be careful of too much gluten intake) is 10 g per 2 ounces.
Sweet peas or edamame added to a salad would give 5 to 8 g.
Sprinkling 1 tablespoon of chia seeds on anything will add 4.7 g.
Personally, I believe that the prescribed amount of protein -- even from doctors -- is not realistic or even necessary. Remember...most doctors are not trained in nutrition. Many follow trend based ideas. Thus, it is important to for you to think logically about what your body needs. You do need protein, but try to move away from man made ideas. Think about how people ate before the diet culture. Think about what God gave us to enjoy!
Did you know that I usually end up with about 40 to 60 g of protein per day without any meat? This is not the 120 that I’ve been told I need to have and I am losing my menopause weight...slowly but surely...my body is strengthening and my energy is rising. I am not saying that I am at the top of my game, but the closer I stay to getting my Daily Dozen, the better I feel and am able to function on all levels.
The truth is God has given us everything necessary to partake in His divine nature (2 Peter 1). I believe this includes food that brings healing to our bodies so that we can live well for His purpose and pleasure (Phil 2:12-13)!
Ps. I will tell you more about the Daily Dozen in Part 2 of "The Value of Your Limitations."
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