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3 reasons why cooking can be self-care

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Cooking has and continues to help me get through tough times. It is my self-care.
 
Yet, many believe ordering a takeaway or heating up a ready meal is the better option when feeling low or tired.
 
While doing that now and again is ok, the long-term effects can contribute to low moods and energy.
 
As you know, cooking as you know creates the food you eat to stop hunger and provide energy. But, it has other powers.
 
It doesn’t have to feel like a chore you’re trying to avoid.
 
It can be the total opposite.
 
It can be the one thing that improves your mood after a long hard day.

EAT BETTER, FEEL BETTER.

Here is the cold hard truth. If you choose to eat crap, you will feel like crap. If you don’t get pleasure from what you eat, then you are ignoring your personal needs.
 
What you feed yourself can be a reflection of your self-worth. Deep I know.
 
But, when you choose to eat better, you will start to feel better. You will feel more confident and energised. Plus, the only person that can make that happen is YOU.
 
It’s about implementing delicious self-care that will have you feeling healthier and happier.
 
My tips would be to try and plan at least 2-3 meals in a week that you know you love. Easy, simple quick recipes. Dishes that make you feel good.
 
Plan to buy your ingredients in advance and love yourself to make those meals happen. Don’t overthink it.
 
I guarantee you won’t regret cooking a meal that will make you feel good and happy.

DE-STRESS IN THE KITCHEN

For some people, cooking can be stressful, overwhelming. But, cooking can be a mindful activity and can help you relax after a frantic busy day. Focusing on your cooking, without distractions, can help the daily burdens slip away.
 
My tips are:
 
Chop and weigh all your ingredients before you start cooking. This makes the cooking process less frantic.
 
Create a fun relaxing environment. For example, play your favourite music or treat yourself to a glass of wine while cooking. Finally, clear YOUR kitchen tops and put away anything you don’t need. It helps keep your mind uncluttered.

ENJOYING AND SHARING YOUR FOOD WITH OTHERS CAN BOOST YOUR MOOD.

You may cook for others often. But, feel like your effort goes unappreciated? Or do you live on your own, and not see the point in cooking yourself a lovely meal as it’s only you?
 
Why not get those who live with you to help in the kitchen, set the table or do the washing up? Give them an insight into the effort made in the kitchen. It will make you feel more appreciated.
 
Plus, avoid eating in front of the TV or switch it off. Having no other distractions will mean you can connect over your food and that’s special.
 
If you live on your own, why not organise a dinner with your favourite people. Making human connections is so important to our mental well-being.

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Ciao, I’m Paola, I'm a self care cookery teacher and Italian food expert cook and teacher. I'm the founder of The Tiny Italian and the best online self care cookery school on the planet. I help busy people inject balance into their hectic lifestyle by transforming their cooking mindset. I open their eyes that cooking is a fun delicious form of self care rather than a dreaded chore.

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Imagine creating delicious, feel-good, healthy meals with ease.   Picture yourself enjoying every bite, knowing you're feeding both your body and soul pleasurable goodness.   And most importantly, visualise a life where you take time for yourself, finding joy and harmony in the kitchen. It's not a dream; it's your reality waiting to happen!.  🌟 Are you ready to join the Self Love Cooking Club? 🌟  Our membership starts at just £55, and the doors are closing in 48 hours—this Thursday, September 21st.  Consider this: it's the same as treating yourself to 2 takeaways each month or 3 Gousto meals every week.  And in a month, all you need is to dedicate 180 minutes to YOU—just 0.4% of your precious time.  This is your chance to prioritise YOU, to find that work-life balance you crave, and to create a loving space for yourself through the magic of cooking. To join. Head to the link in my bio.   #selfcarecommunity #cookingcommunity #cookwithlove #eatbetterfeelbetter
Imagine creating delicious, feel-good, healthy meals with ease.   Picture yourself enjoying every bite, knowing you're feeding both your body and soul pleasurable goodness.   And most importantly, visualise a life where you take time for yourself, finding joy and harmony in the kitchen. It's not a dream; it's your reality waiting to happen!.  🌟 Are you ready to join the Self Love Cooking Club? 🌟  Our membership starts at just £55, and the doors are closing in 48 hours—this Thursday, September 21st.  Consider this: it's the same as treating yourself to 2 takeaways each month or 3 Gousto meals every week.  And in a month, all you need is to dedicate 180 minutes to YOU—just 0.4% of your precious time.  This is your chance to prioritise YOU, to find that work-life balance you crave, and to create a loving space for yourself through the magic of cooking. To join. Head to the link in my bio.   #selfcarecommunity #cookingcommunity #cookwithlove #eatbetterfeelbetter
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Imagine creating delicious, feel-good, healthy meals with ease.   Picture yourself enjoying every bite, knowing you're feeding both your body and soul pleasurable goodness.   And most importantly, visualise a life where you take time for yourself, finding joy and harmony in the kitchen. It's not a dream; it's your reality waiting to happen!.  🌟 Are you ready to join the Self Love Cooking Club? 🌟  Our membership starts at just £55, and the doors are closing in 48 hours—this Thursday, September 21st.  Consider this: it's the same as treating yourself to 2 takeaways each month or 3 Gousto meals every week.  And in a month, all you need is to dedicate 180 minutes to YOU—just 0.4% of your precious time.  This is your chance to prioritise YOU, to find that work-life balance you crave, and to create a loving space for yourself through the magic of cooking. To join. Head to the link in my bio.   #selfcarecommunity #cookingcommunity #cookwithlove #eatbetterfeelbetter
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Imagine creating delicious, feel-good, healthy meals with ease. Picture yourself enjoying every bite, knowing you're feeding both your body and soul pleasurable goodness. And most importantly, visualise a life where you take time for yourself, finding joy and harmony in the kitchen. It's not a dream; it's your reality waiting to happen!. 🌟 Are you ready to join the Self Love Cooking Club? 🌟 Our membership starts at just £55, and the doors are closing in 48 hours—this Thursday, September 21st. Consider this: it's the same as treating yourself to 2 takeaways each month or 3 Gousto meals every week. And in a month, all you need is to dedicate 180 minutes to YOU—just 0.4% of your precious time. This is your chance to prioritise YOU, to find that work-life balance you crave, and to create a loving space for yourself through the magic of cooking. To join. Head to the link in my bio. #selfcarecommunity #cookingcommunity #cookwithlove #eatbetterfeelbetter
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