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In our pursuit of a joyful life, we often get caught up in seeking purpose, but find that the search never ends and purpose continues to evade us. In my life, I’ve found that searching is not the answer–creating is. Instead of seeking out purpose, I started to live purposefully each and every day and joy just came naturally.
Instead of having a singular purpose in life, why not dedicate your life to creating moments of magic and offering meaningful contributions to other people? Instead of finding purpose, why not live every day with purposeful intention?
Magical moments are gratitude, expressed in action.
Gratitude can be found both within ourselves and from outside sources. We are always surrounded by an endless amount of things to be grateful for, if we choose to see it that way. From the breath that effortlessly flows through us automatically, to the sun that rises and brings us light, to the water we drink to hydrate our cells, or the laughter of a family member that warms our hearts–we have endless opportunities to be in the state of gratefulness.
Gratitude is a choice we make, and an action we take. Creating magical moments are little acts of gratitude. A choice to infuse “magic” into the small moments of this life. Our life consists of tiny moments, minutes, seconds– that all add up to the bigger picture, so how can we stop, savor and bring intentional magic to our experience?
What small gesture can you take to show appreciation, let someone know you care, or even just encourage a smile on a stranger’s face?
However you chose to create magical moments for yourself and others, you will begin to bring more mindfulness into your daily life and build more presence in joy.
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Hello Everyone! Welcome to our new and awesome Bose Portable Speaker Giveaway!
This Bluetooth speaker is a tough and water-resistant companion that’s perfect for any adventure.
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Designed for life on the go. The wrap-around silicone body gives it the compact durability you need to toss it in a bag or backpack and take it anywhere. But it’s rounded with a soft-touch surface, so it’s still easy to carry in your hand so you can listen by the pool or lake, too. It’s tough enough to keep up, with a design that keeps your music portable.
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Hello Everyone! Welcome to our new and amazing Nintendo Switch Gaming System Giveaway!
This Nintendo Switch is designed to fit your life, transforming from home console to portable system in a snap.
Read more about this Nintendo Switch Gaming System and enter below:
The Gaming System that lets you play the games you want wherever you are…however you like!
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Hello Steamy Kitchen! Welcome to our $250 Cash Bonanza Giveaway! We are giving away a $250 CASH prize to ONE lucky winner! We love doing this kind of giveaway because you have a wide range of options for purchases like shopping, healthier groceries, a self care treat or save it up for something you have your eye on.
We want to know, what do you have your heart set on with an extra $250 Cash in your pocket? Let us know in the comments below!
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Hello, Happy Friday! Today we are giving away FIVE $25 ETSY Gift cards!
Etsy is a global online marketplace, where people come together to make, sell, buy, and collect unique items.
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Are you organizing your fridge in a way that compromises the longevity of your food?
If you’ve never worked in a commercial kitchen, you might be surprised to learn that there’s an optimal way to store the items in your fridge for maximum freshness and safety. The design of commercial kitchen refrigerators is a bit different than what you might be used to, so I’m going to show you the best way to arrange your fridge at home!
The first thing to remember is that each area of your fridge ranges in temperature. The warmest part of your fridge are its doors.
Break on through to the other side! Okay, no. Not those doors…
Because fridge doors are the warmest part, they’re meant for foods that can withstand temperature fluctuations. As tempting as it is, doors are not the place for dairy or eggs, as they require an area with better temperature stability. Here are some items you CAN place in your fridge doors:
However! It’s important to remember that these items are also perishables and won’t last forever. While cleaning your fridge, these areas often remain out of sight, and as such, out of mind. But ingesting old condiments and juices CAN and WILL make you feel ooky, so don’t forget to check those dates and perform the occasional fridge door purge. (If you need motivation, here’s a video of me doing a Kitchen Detox at home. Let’s tackle it together!)
The top shelf of your fridge is the most consistent in temperature, but not the coldest area. For this reason, commercial kitchens reserve this area for foods with the lowest cooking temps and ready-to-eat foods. You should aim to stock this area with foods that don’t have to be cooked at all (like leftovers that have already been cooked). Placing ready-to-eat foods on the top shelf also ensures they aren’t compromised by being near (or below) raw meats and poultry. Here’s a list of top shelf-suitable options:
Always be sure to cover top shelf foods or place them in sealed containers so they’re not exposed to contamination.
Because the temperature gets colder the further down the fridge we go, I like to place all dairy on the middle shelf to ensure it lasts as long as possible. Likewise, these are some good middle shelf contenders:
Think of your bottom shelf as the meat locker. This area is the coldest of the shelves (with the exception of the crisper/salad drawers), hence, it was made to keep raw foods temperature stable. Placing uncooked meats in this area also prevents gravity from contaminating your ready-to-eat foods in the case of drips. (We’ve all had to wipe meat juice off our fridge shelves at some point, and it is NOT pleasant.) By placing meats under everything else, you’ll avoid having to throw out good food that’s been compromised from a splash here or a spill there. This shelf should include:
As always, these items should be covered, wrapped, or in sealed containers (the original containers preferably!) to prevent cross contamination and preserve the longevity of your meats.
The lower drawers in your fridge are meant to stay cool and a little humid so that your produce remains… well, CRISP. The does NOT mean you should stuff as many fruits and veggies as you can in one drawer. In fact, everything in your fridge is better off with some breathing room. As they ripen, certain fruits produce ethylene gas. This, however, promotes the ripening (and often the quick decay) of the produce around them. For this reason, it’s good to keep these fruits in one drawer and all other produce in the other. Here’s a list of ethylene-releasing fruits for reference:
Lettuce, carrots, and broccoli are some of the most ethylene-susceptible veggies and will wilt much faster if exposed to the natural gas. Definitely wash fruits and veggies before you eat them, but be aware that washing them too early before eating them will also shorten their shelf-life. Don’t forget that freezing produce is a great way to suspend its freshness for future baking or smoothies!
Congratulations! You’ve just graduated to Fridge Storage Master level! Go forth and spread the word of fridge safety and food longevity!
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