Good good links #71

It’s the last day of the year. [insert freak-out] Okay … My mind is in mini-vacation mode already [a four-day weekend ahead does that] or maybe it’s simply sleep-deprivation [hello, New Year’s resolution!] so I will keep this short and sweet. After skipping the good good links on Sunday in favour of family time during the holidays I’m bringing them back today. Meaning you’ll get two of these this week with the next one coming on January 4th – in the new year already! We’ll talk again tomorrow for some Thinking out loud but until then:

Guten Rutsch! – Rutsch guet übere! – [and because I’m not sure how you guys properly word this German saying] Enjoy your New Year’s Eve!

 

Good good [food for thought]

life: unfiltered. via girl meets life

Don’t trust the pictures and know your responsibilty as a blogger: Nobody[‘s life] is perfect.

Seeking Acceptance via Peace, Love and Oats

A wonderful reminder: “when you tie your own happiness to someone else’s appraisal of you, you will never be happy.”

Target Weight: recover but not too much via Your Eatopia

The idea of giving up control and allowing yourself to gain until your weight naturally settles at its comfortable point is hard to accept but key in recovery. I need a sticky note saying that.

The Two Phases of My Recovery via Choosing Raw

If you’re struggling with or in recovery from an ED this will likely be an eye-opening read.

Surprise! I eat wheat. via Mind Body Musings

 Eat what makes you feel good and don’t let fads influence your food choices.

 

Good good [advice and inspiration]

Is procrastination really such a bad thing? via Caitlin de Beer

An interesting new outlook on something I’m sure many of us can relate to.

 5 questions for a bright, clear and focused new year. via Alexandra Franzen

If you’re like me you’ll appreciate some inspiration on how to make your next year [even] better than the past.
Don’t Fail, Learn! The Right Way to Talk About Your Healthy Habits via hello healthy

Never underestimate the power of words!

How A Tiny Little Note Can Yield Big Inspiration via Popsugar

A great way to avoid over-procrastination [see above] and get yourself motivated.  It’s really the little things having a big impact.

Show me your [inspiration] board via The Fitnessista

Want to set goals for the new year? Ideas on how to pick attainable ones and keep up the motivation.

12 Healthy Resolutions You Can Actually Keep via Popsugar

… while we’re on the topic of goals: they really don’t have to be anything out of the ordinary. Just little changes here and there.

Health and Fitness

Eating for Health. Whose Side Are You On? via Food and Nonsense

Make the choices that feel best for you and remember: live and let others live.

13 Unexpected Benefits of Exercise via hello healthy

Mood-bosting, anxiety-reducing and creativity-boosting: maybe not all unexpected but even more reasons to love exercise.
How Do You Relax? Uhhh..? via Paleo Running Momma

Feeling like the odd one out because you have a hard time relaxing? Relax [lame, I know] – you’re not alone and there’s no one perfect way to relaxation.

 

 Good good [posts to make you smile + DIYs]

New Year Resolution Ideas via the Daily Quipple

Resolutions you can get on board with even if you usually can’t stand the idea of making any.

 2015 Printable Mini Calendar via Kristen Duke Photography

Aaaadorable. Even if you already have a calendar this one’s too cute not to have. Now if only my printer was cooperating ..

 

Beauty

DIY Lip Balms Perfect for Winter via hello natural

Bye, bye,  chapped lips – the homemade way. Tinted lipbalm with only three ingredients?!

 

 

Good good [food]

 Veganes Tiramisu [German] via Totally Veg

This post is a true oldie but I just found this, have been craving tiramisu and, well, does it need any more explanation?!

High Protein Chocolate Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Vanilla Bean Frosting via Veggie and the Beast Feast

Oh. my. Does this mean I can eat these and pretend I was just getting in my protein? I’m on board.

 Vegan Chickpea Pot Pie with Phyllo Dough Crust via Making Thyme for Health

If you know me and my phyllo dough + chickpea fondness you won’t be surprised to see this up here. Oh. my.

Mushroom-Free Caramelized Onion and Green Bean Casserole via The Frosted Vegan

Even if you like mushrooms [I do!] you might not always have some at hand but still want this comfort food classic. Problem solved deliciously!
Lentil and Kale Stew with Salsa via Eating Bird Food

 Looking for a good-luck dish for New Year’s or simply a bowl of comfort? This soup’s got you covered.

 

Happiness-inducing today: Empowering conversations and looking forward to a four-day weekend.

 

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