RECIPES Archives - Ishani Vellodi Wellness

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In the midst of our daily lives, it isn’t always easy to make ourselves a priority, but I’m here to help you realize that your most powerful ally and the most powerful part of making things happen is you. When you take the time to take care of yourself, you can truly make magic happen!

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Do you allow yourself to dream big enough dreams?

Do you allow yourself to dream big enough dreams? To envision them in detail? To imagine what it would feel like if they came true? Most of us don’t, and it’s an absolute shame! While dreaming without action won’t get you anywhere, acting without a dream is futile in different ways. Goals are wonderful, but if they aren’t part of a larger vision, then they’re just arbitrary checkpoints you’ve created for yourself, which will definitely generate work for you to do, but are unlikely to give you a true sense of fulfillment. Begin, instead, by allowing yourself to build your dream, and build it big. Forget about what you think is “realistic” given your current circumstances... instead, assume anything is possible. Ultimately, if you allow your current reality to dictate your future, then it’s very unlikely to be all that different. On the other hand, dream of the seemingly impossible, and wholeheartedly adopt it as your purpose, and you will slowly yet surely find ways to re-align your reality so that your “impossible” vision enters the realm of possibility! ✨
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#dreambigdreams #ishanivellodiwellness #mentalwellness #powerofpurpose #investyourthoughts

National Handloom Day is something that really str

National Handloom Day is something that really strikes a chord with me because, as far back as I can remember, beautiful handwoven saris have always symbolized heritage, family, and tradition for me. They remind me of the simplicity yet absolutely regality of my grandmother’s kasavu set mundus as she would light the lamp in the evening, or supervise cooking for an Onam sadhya. They make me think of the perfect grace with which my mother has always worn her saris, whether doing poojas at home in upstate New York, or attending functions in India. They give me such admiration for the incredible eye my mother-in-law has for beautiful saris, as well as the depth of knowledge she has about every single type of weave, both of which are reflected in how effortlessly elegant she always looks in a sari. Of course, they also remind me of my darling Ammama’s impeccable taste in saris, and the way she looks like pure sunshine when she wears her lovely kotas! It’s true that I don’t wear saris as often as they were perhaps worn in the past, but that doesn’t mean they should be left to fade into the past along with everything they represent! To me, they’re really a part of who I am, the traditions with which I was raised, those that I carry on today, and those that I dream of passing on to the next generation... so let’s make sure that’s possible! Keep wearing your weaves, keep collecting them, and collect the stories that come with them too, so you have something to pass on one day❣️ Thank you @preethareddy28 for encouraging me to tell my handloom story, and to wear one of my favorites ❤️
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Share your #HandloomStory and a picture of you in one of your favorite #handloomsarees today, and let’s not let appreciation for this incredible art form, and everything it stands for, die out!
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#nationalhandloomday #beautifulhandlooms #supporttheweavers #ishanivellodiwellness

The delicious ROASTED SWEET POTATO SALAD you all h

The delicious ROASTED SWEET POTATO SALAD you all have asking about... and I’m all too happy to share the recipe! I’m also deliberately posting this on a Friday night (it’s been on my website for a week 😉) because that’s usually when we check out of the week and dive straight for desserts, pizza, and all the other “forbidden” foods almost as though it’s mandatory! So this weekend, I’m challenging you guys to go for what you actually ENJOY and what actually TASTES GOOD whether it’s healthy or not so healthy, instead of feeling compelled to eat just the naughty stuff, and this salad is a great place to start. It may look healthy but it’s not just delicious by salad standards... it’s delicious by any standards! VINAIGRETTE: Mix 1 1/2 tbs mustard, 3 tsp apple cider vinegar, 3 tsp lime juice, 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp chopped cilantro, 1/8 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp paprika, pinch of black pepper. RECIPE: - Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius
- Toss 2 cups of cubed sweet potato with 3/4 tbs olive oil, 3/4 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp cinnamon
- Place in the oven, on a baking tray, until the potatoes crisp slightly (approx 15 min)
- Meanwhile, toss 5 cups mixed greens with 3/4 cup grated carrots, 2/3 cup finely sliced red onions, and divide between bowls
- Once the sweet potatoes are ready, remove from the oven, spoon onto each salad, then sprinkle some pumpkin seeds on top and drizzle with the vinaigrette.
- Enjoy, and marvel at how good a salad can actually be (even if you don’t want to admit it 😂) and don’t forget to feel really proud of yourself too!
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For this and lots of other simple, delicious, and healthy recipes, be sure to check out www.ishanivellodiwellness.com or click on the link in bio 🤍
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#sweetpotatosalad #weekendsalads #ishanivellodiwellness #eathealthyeathappy #healthyweekends

It’s not perfect, but it’s definitely so much

It’s not perfect, but it’s definitely so much more than I ever thought I would be able to do... and that feels pretty great! I had a chat with a lovely client today about how much perfectionism can actually get in the way if you’re not careful. There are two ways to look at perfectionism: 1) The continuous pursuit of progress. This is fantastic... it can energize you, excite you, and keep you moving towards your goal, even if there are setbacks along the way. This is something we all need in our lives to foster a sense of purpose and fulfillment, and to stay away from getting too comfortable in one place. 2) Being afraid of being anything but perfect. This is the dangerous one! So many dreams have fallen by the wayside because they didn’t meet someone somewhere’s arbitrary definition of “perfect” from the get go! Imperfection is good. It leaves room for growth, improvement, and progress. If you give up on everything that’s less than perfect in your eyes, you’ll not only miss out on those opportunities, but you’ll be left with very little that actually meets your standards! Embrace imperfection. Certainly seek progress and perfection, but accept and embrace the journey; and don’t ever let the journey discourage you from even trying in the first place. At the end of the day, you never know what unexpected and wonderful things you might experience along the way. 💫
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#progressnotperfection #embraceimperfections #ishanivellodiwellness #flexibilitydrills #yogaprogression

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