But at other times, it’s a problem. Because it makes everyone lazy. An unlimited resource of help means fewer people are blazing their own trails. Just because something has worked once, everyone jumps on this bandwagon and tries to replicate and duplicate instead of innovate. It’s bull and it will only get you as far as it got the original person. No wait, it wont get you as far because it’s already been done!
Look at the “money making blogs” out there. The trail blazers are the 6 figure bloggers that are earning the cash and doing it right, taking chances etc. Then look at all the “followers”. They’re doing the exact same stuff. Yes I know it works for the big boys, but if you want to compete, you CANNOT do what they’re doing. You need to go above and beyond. Take your own path and do you own thing from time to time.
Do you know why Google is ON TOP? Because while they make their engineers focus on the main task at hand (search and ads), they also give them X amount of hours where they let them run free and wild. This allows the engineers to come up with some incredible products and technology and showcase it to the world (known as Google Labs). This move is absolutely brilliant. Google was the first to come up with an incredible search engine, an incredible text-ad program and in my opinion, one of the best open source platforms for the cell phone in the current times (sorry Symbian fans… you were one of the first but your innovation hit the brick wall a long time ago).
It’s the same story when it comes to fitness. Yes I spend time reading the studies, successful training programs and diet advice… and you should too. But this is NEVER absolute. I’m still figuring out new ways to achieve goals every time I hit the gym. Sometimes I go against convention because I can … just to see what happens and I end up with some incredible new techniques and training methods… at other times I end up with pretty much nothing. But at least now I know what works and what doesn’t - FIRST HAND. And this experience is invaluable.
So it’s about time you started doing your own thing. Don’t be such a mindless sheep… beat to the sound of your own drum every now and then and you’ll end up with a skill set that is all your own.
Remember – as a species we are all similar, but as individuals we are quite unique.
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What was a sacred crop to the Incas has been classified as a “super crop” by the United Nations because of its high protein content. It is a complete protein, which means it has all nine essential amino acids. It also contains the amino acid lysine, which is essential for tissue growth and repair, and is a good source of manganese, magnesium, iron, copper and phosphorous.
While many think of quinoa as a grain, the yellowish pods are actually the seed of a plant called chenopodium quinoa, native to Peru and related to beets, chard and spinach. The plant resembles spinach, but with 3- to 9-foot stalks that take on a magenta hue. The large seed heads make up nearly half the plant and vary in color: red, purple, pink and yellow. – NPR
Quinoa with Spinach
2 cups water
1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
1 bunch spinach (about one bag)
2 Tbs olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, diced
1 cup chopped tomatoes (optional)
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
zest from half a lemon
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
salt and pepper to taste
1. In a medium saucepan, with a lid, bring the water to a boil. Add the quinoa and return to a boil. Cover, and reduce heat to low and simmer 15 minutes until all the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat, and let sit for 10 minutes. Set aside.
2. Remove the stems from the spinach, and roughly chop. Place in a saucepan with a few teaspoons of water, cover, and let steam just until wilted. Squeeze out any water.
3. In a large skillet, heat the oil and saute the onion until soft. Add the garlic. Add the tomatoes if using, and cook 5 minutes. Add the rest of the ingredients, including the prepared quinoa. Cook until heated through, adjust seasoning.
Servings: 4
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1/4 of a recipe (12.4 ounces).
Percent daily values based on the Reference Daily Intake (RDI) for a 2000 calorie diet.
Amount Per Serving
Calories 309.41
Calories From Fat (39%) 122.04
% Daily Value
Total Fat 13.8g 21%
Saturated Fat 4.12g 21%
Cholesterol 16.69mg 6%
Sodium 286.18mg 12%
Potassium 894.56mg 26%
Total Carbohydrates 36.55g 12%
Fiber 5.99g 24%
Sugar 3.63g
Protein 12.06g 24%
Source
Author: Adapted from Irene Franowicz, RD
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You had me a “quinoa.” One of my all time favorite foods. The other day I just small-diced various veggies I had in the fridge (cukes, carrots, broccoli, celery, tomatos, peppers) and tossed with white quinoa and a vinegrette. It was SOOO easy and good!
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Ah, you have to purchase it at the Health Food Store. I’ve been looking everywhere for it!
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Thanks for sharing the recipe.
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Happy SITS Saturday Sharefest – I love Quinoa
Going to try that recipe as soon as I can get my hands on some nice spinach!
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Wow- wonderful words of advice.
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Stopping by from The Lady Bloggers Tea Party. This recipe sounds delish. Such a cool blog!
Do you mind if I add your recipe to my blog as well?
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