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balancinglemons

yoga teacher🧘🏼‍♀️wellness 🌱
good food | good mood✨
adventures in columbus, oh ✌🏻

Let’s talk about that one time that I tried to c

Let’s talk about that one time that I tried to compost on my own years ago… 😬

I was looking for ways to be more sustainable and eco-friendly and it seemed like a simple way to help the planet…

Well, let’s just say there were some questionable smells, a rogue fruit fly situation, and a lot of good intentions that never made it to the drop-off bin 🤷🏼‍♀️😅

That’s when I discovered @thecompostexchange - the game-changer I didn’t know I needed. With their residential collection service, I’m able to fill my bucket with compostable goods and someone comes to my rescue each week to take it away - no vegetable sludge involved 😂

Plus, once I saw how much I was tossing each week (yikes), I started to become way more mindful of my waste. Turns out composting is not just good for the planet - it’s great for self-awareness too 😌💚

Just for reference, here’s a breakdown of a few things you can and can’t put into your compost bucket:

♻️ Can compost:
🥚 Egg shells (please eat the eggs though - have you seen those prices💰??)
🥕 Veggie scraps
🥩 Even meat & bones!
🧻paper towels, tissues and newspaper
☕️ coffee grounds, filters and tea bags

🚫 Can’t compost:
🐶 Pet waste
🛍️ Plastic bags, twist ties, rubber bands
🧪chemical waste

For more information on their services, check out @thecompostexchange - looking for a referral code? I gotchu. Use code:

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Or click the link in my bio to receive $23 off your service! Happy composting! ♻️ 🌍✨

#EarthDayEveryDay #CompostLife #SustainableLiving #MindfulWaste #CompostExchange #EcoFriendlyHabits #sustainablecolumbus

And that’s a wrap on Napa! Will forever dream of

And that’s a wrap on Napa! Will forever dream of this experience and the memories created with close friends 💕

Yes, the wine was great. But the FOOD! Some of the

Yes, the wine was great. But the FOOD! Some of the best I’ve had. Bottega was incredible and I had one of my favorite breakfast experiences at Bear. Peju’s chef’s pairing is a must and you should definitely treat yourself! 👌🏻🍷 Napa, I 🫶🏻you.

Napa was a dream. Captured moments, part 1🍷

Napa was a dream. Captured moments, part 1🍷

1 month with Raymond 🖤

1 month with Raymond 🖤

A dreamy evening with books, blooms and besties! 💐📚💕 @storylinebookshop

And that’s a wrap on the holiday season 🎄✨

And that’s a wrap on the holiday season 🎄✨ Christmas decorations finally came down today so it feels like we can officially start 2025! Feeling hopeful for the year ahead and excited to see what new opportunities I find along the way 💕

Today, and every day 🤍

Today, and every day 🤍

In theory, meal prepping SOUNDS appealing for stay

In theory, meal prepping SOUNDS appealing for staying consistent and on track with a healthy diet…until you’re eating the same containers of chicken, broccoli and rice and sick of it by Wednesday 😆

If you’re spending hours in the kitchen prepping meals only to get bored halfway through the week, maybe FOOD prepping is a better alternative 🙌🏻

Here’s how food prepping saves me time during the week AND keeps things interesting:

🥬 Chop and store: I wash and chop veggies and fruits to store in the fridge for easy access. This way I can throw together salads, bowls, smoothies, tacos or snacks quickly

🍚 Cook in batches - when I make rice or quinoa, I cook extra to store in the fridge or freezer. This allows for easy assembly of stir fry or any type of bowl we may be having for dinner. I also roast large batches of sweet potato for breakfasts.

🍗 Cook proteins early in the week - I usually air fry a packet of chicken or cook taco meat once so we can easily add proteins to our meals all week long

While healthy eating does take some time and effort, it doesn’t have to mean hours spent in the kitchen or the same meals every day! Food prep gives you the freedom to stay healthy, keep things fresh and gives our bodies the variety of nutrients that it needs 🌱

What are you prepping today to make your week easier? Drop your ideas in the comments! 👇🏻

STEP your way into a healthier you 🚶💭🙌🏻

Walking is such a fantastic, low impact way to add movement to your day while also helping to boost mood, reduce stress and anxiety, improve digestion and so much more.

✨Helpful tip - if you’re looking to add more steps into your daily routine, try splitting your steps goal into smaller, more attainable chunks. Take a quick walk around the block before work. Get out of the house or office during your lunch break. Make it fun! Walk with a friend or partner after work or listen to your favorite book or podcast.

Remember! Start small and stay consistent 💪🏻

What are you doing with the last 70 days of 2024 👀

If improving your health was on your list of goals this year you still have plenty of time to make impactful changes!

Remember, start small and stay consistent 💪🏻 Don’t wait for the new year, start NOW and ease into 2025 feeling better than ever 🙌🏻

What small change are you making today?

Feeling overwhelmed on your wellness journey? Tire

Feeling overwhelmed on your wellness journey? Tired of hearing and seeing all the latest wellness trends and being completely confused on where to start? I get it! And unfortunately, there’s a lot of BS out there 🥴

But the thing is, lasting change doesn’t happen overnight. There’s no quick fix or trend that will help you become a healthier version of yourself. So what CAN you do to kickstart your journey to a healthier you?

✨Start small!

My health coach always used the analogy of crossing a river. The easiest way to cross a river is by stepping from one stone to another that’s close by. If you try to jump from one stone to another that’s too far away, the chances of failing and falling in are much larger.

So, instead of jumping into drastic diet changes, intense workouts or creating huge unrealistic goals for yourself, focus on keeping things SMALL.

✨Want to increase your water intake? Start with one extra glass of water a day instead of 8.

✨Want to become more of a morning person? Wake up 5 minutes earlier instead of setting your alarms hours earlier than normal.

✨Trying to add more steps into your days? Don’t aim for 10,000 when you average 1,000. Instead, add a 5-10 minute walk after dinner.

✨Add one more fruit or vegetable to your normal grocery haul to incorporate into your meals instead of changing your entire list.

Small changes are easier to maintain and you can build on them slowly over time until you reach your desired outcome💪🏻

Start small. Stay consistent. Celebrate every step of the way. You got this 🙌🏻

What small change are you making today? Tell me below!

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