It’s September, and time to get back into the routine of everyday home cooking. For some, it can be a tough transition – especially after the long, lazy days of summer.
I don’t know about you, but I find summer cooking simple and easy with all the fresh local produce that’s available (think salads and barbecues). But as September sweeps in with cooler temperatures, the local produce is not so easily prepared. Sturdy root veggies force us indoors to take up our positions in front of our stovetops to cook soups, stews, and simmering one-pot meals.
To motivate myself during this transition of daily cooking, I started listening to podcasts on how to create change.
I learned to start with small steps, celebrate success with small wins, and continue to build until you reach your desired result. Great advice!
The podcasters I listened to also suggested treating or rewarding yourself when you reach your goal. For instance, one expert would reward himself with his favourite smoothie whenever he accomplished his exercise target.
After cooking family meals for decades, I’ve never once rewarded myself. I’m obviously missing out and way overdue for something special. Because we home cooks should be rewarded for our efforts, shouldn’t we?
So, what does a cooking reward look like? A new kitchen tool or dish towel? A vintage mixing bowl? That might work for you, but not for me, because I’ve got a small kitchen and don’t have any room for extra kitchen items.
Maybe it's recognition that's needed? A little pat on the back for all the hard work that goes into feeding family members healthy, tasty meals every day of the week.
If this reward suits you, then I’ll take it upon myself to issue everyone in the Recipes To The Rescue family (that’s you!) some well-deserved recognition for being true cooking heroes.
Congratulations on showing up regularly, planning, shopping, prepping, and preparing meals for you and your families every day. Bravo!
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