Wendy McAvene - HOW CAN YOU IMPROVE YOUR MOOD per AI experimental

 Here are some things you can try to improve your mood: 

• Exercise

  Physical activity, especially outdoors, can help boost your mood. You can try walking, playing a sport, or going to the gym. 
• Eat well

  A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, beans, and nuts can help maintain your emotional health. 
• Socialize

  Interacting with others can help improve your mood. You can try calling a friend or family member, volunteering, or getting involved in your community. You can also try doing things you enjoy with friends, like watching sports, going for coffee, or taking a bath. 
• Do things you're good at

  Activities like cooking or dancing can help you feel a sense of achievement. 
• Smile

  Smiling triggers hormones in your brain that can boost your mood. 
• Help others

  Research suggests that helping others can improve your mood. 
• Live in the moment

  Try to regulate your breathing and pay attention to what you can see, hear, and feel in the present moment. 
• Get enough sleep

  Studies show that getting between seven and eight hours of sleep each night can improve your mood. 
• Listen to music

  Listening to music you like can help regulate your emotions and release dopamine, a chemical that can positively affect your mood. 
• Drink tea

  You can try peppermint, chamomile, or Earl Grey tea. You can also try pouring boiled water over lemon and inhaling the steam. 
• Take supplements

  Omega-3 fatty acids, which are found in cold-water fish, certain vegetable oils, and supplements, can sometimes help with depression and other psychological problems. 

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This is for informational purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional. Generative AI is experimental.

Quote of the day by Wendy McAvene

 "Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you'll start having positive results." – Willie Nelson.

Ways to be an encouraging by Wendy McAvene AI experimental google search

 Here are some ways to be encouraging: 

• Listen actively: Pay attention to what someone is saying and recognize their efforts. 
• Be genuine: Give specific compliments based on their strengths, abilities, or potential. 
• Focus on the positive: Instead of focusing on what went wrong, encourage them to stay positive and look at the bright side. 
• Lead by example: Don't expect others to do something you're unwilling to do. 
• Speak encouragement: A simple hello or encouraging word can let someone know you care and that they're seen. 
• Celebrate wins: Encourage yourself first by acknowledging, praising, and listening to yourself. 
• Create a playlist: Share a playlist with music that someone will enjoy. 
• Send flowers: Flowers can help someone through a difficult time or let them know you're there for them. 

Wendy McAvene recommends Ways to help decrease stress per AI experimental google search

 Here are some ways to help with stress: 

• Take breaks: Take breaks from news stories and make time to unwind. You can also try creating a "Zen zone" where you can go to relax. 
• Exercise: Regular exercise can help you manage stress. 
• Eat healthy: A balanced diet can provide energy to cope with stress and support a healthy immune system. Some research suggests that certain foods, like vegetables and omega-3 fats, may help regulate cortisol levels. 
• Sleep: Stick to a sleep routine and get enough sleep. 
• Practice mindfulness: Try taking deep breaths, stretching, or meditating. You can also try calming breathing exercises. 
• Connect with others: Talk to a friend or family member about how you're feeling. You can also consider peer support, where people use their experiences to help each other. 
• Plan ahead: Plan your time and think about how you're going to use it. You can write a to-do list and figure out what's most important. You can also plan ahead for stressful days or events, like making a list of things to remember or planning long journeys. 
• Try other activities: Take up a new hobby or do activities you enjoy. You can also try watching a movie or TV show that makes you laugh. 
• Challenge negative thoughts: Try to identify and challenge negative and unhelpful thoughts. 
• Try other methods: You can also try limiting alcohol intake, avoiding using illegal or prescription drugs, and avoiding smoking, vaping, and other tobacco products. You can also try dripping cold water on your wrists and behind your earlobes, or shaking out your arms and legs. 

If you feel that you are struggling to manage stress on your own, you can seek professional help. 

Wendy McAvene recommends this delicious Chicken Wing recipe

 

INGREDIENTS

serves 4-5

• 3lbs chicken wings, broken in to wingettes and drumettes
• 1-1/2 cups pickle juice (see notes)
• 2 Tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning
• 1-1/2 Tablespoons baking powder

DIRECTIONS

1. Add wings to a gallon Ziplock bag then add pickle juice, seal and remove all the air, and then squish to combine. Refrigerate anywhere from 2-8 hours – the longer the wings sit in the pickle juice, the more “pickley” they’ll taste in the end. (See notes section for a non-pickle juice brine alternative.)
2. Drain wings in a colander then pat very dry with paper towels. Add wings to a large mixing bowl then sprinkle lemon pepper seasoning and baking powder on top and mix with your hands to evenly coat. Place wings on a cooling rack set atop a baking sheet then refrigerate while you prepare the smoker.
3. Prepare your smoker or charcoal grill to smoke over indirect heat (ie, create a hot zone and a cool zone) then bring the temperature to 250 degrees as measured by a digital thermometer clipped into the cool zone. Add wood chips, if using (we use one pice of cherry wood and one piece of oak wood) then place wings on the grate over the cool zone. Shut the lid then smoke for 30 minutes – heat should stay between 225-250 degrees.
4. If your smoker also functions as a grill, raise the temperature in the hot zone to 450 degrees – alternatively you can heat a gas grill over medium-high heat. Transfer wings over to the hot zone then grill, turning often and moving wings to the cool zone if scorching occurs, until the internal temperature reaches 170 – 190 degrees (180-185 makes for some very tender wings!)
5. Let wings rest for at least 15 minutes before serving. If you choose to toss the wings in sauce before serving, make sure the sauce has been warmed up first. These wings are DELICIOUS “plain”/served as it.

NOTES

• Here is the digital thermometer we use >
• If you don’t plan on smoking the wings right after marinating, you can store them uncovered in the fridge on the cooling rack set atop a baking sheet for up to 18 hours before smoking.
• If you don't have pickle juice, or don't like the flavor of pickles, stir 2 Tablespoons each salt and brown sugar into 2 cups warm water until dissolved, then add mixture to a gallon Ziplock bag with the chicken wings.

Wendy McAvene chooses this yummy Beef and Veggie Enchilada Skillet

 

INGREDIENTS

serves 5-6

• 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 bell pepper, any color, seeded then chopped small
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 1lb lean ground beef
• 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
• 1 teaspoon mild chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• salt
• 15oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen sweet corn
• 8 gluten free corn tortillas, chopped into squares
• 6oz shredded Mexican cheese blend
• Optional toppings: chopped red onion, chopped green onion, chopped cilantro, chopped fresh tomato, diced avocado, shredded lettuce, sour cream, salsa, guacamole
• For the Red Enchilada Sauce (makes 2 cups):
  • 3 Tablespoons neutral tasting oil (like avocado or vegetable oil)
  • 2 Tablespoons gluten free all purpose flour (I like Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free 1 to 1 Baking Flour)
  • 3 Tablespoons mild chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • scant 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 2 cups chicken broth

DIRECTIONS

1. For the Red Enchilada Sauce: Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat then add flour and whisk slowly and constantly for 1 minute. Add seasonings — chili powder through cumin — then whisk until the spices are toasted and fragrant, 1 minute. Add tomato paste then whisk until combined. Slowly stream in chicken broth while whisking to create a smooth sauce then turn heat up to medium-high to bring sauce to a bubble. Turn heat back down to medium then simmer until sauce has slightly thickened, 3-4 minutes, stirring often. Set aside. Sauce can be made 3-4 days ahead of time.
2. Preheat broiler to high.
3. Heat oil in a large (12”) oven proof skillet over medium heat. Add peppers and onions then saute until they begin to soften, 5 minutes. Turn heat up to medium-high then add ground beef, chili powder, cumin, garlic, and a pinch of salt. Continue to saute until beef is cooked through and peppers are tender, 8-10 minutes, then drain beef mixture if necessary and add back to the skillet.
4. Add black beans, frozen corn, and prepared enchilada sauce then stir to combine. Bring mixture to a simmer then add chopped tortillas and fold to combine. Simmer until tortillas are tender, 3-4 minutes, stirring often. Remove skillet from heat then sprinkle shredded cheese on top and broil until melted. Scoop into bowls then serve with optional toppings.

NOTES

• I recommend using mild chili powder to keep this dish on the mild side (my kids 8 and under eat it just fine using mild chili powder). Use spicy chili powder if you’d like it to be spicy.