My random thoughts

Random...

But I watched L.A Hair. For those of you know don't watch that show, it comes on WE TV and it's about Kim Kimble and her salon. Short story: Shes working with Jonathan Antin on an infomercial. Apparently, he's known for shooting successful infomercials and was extremely rude. Not only was he rude to her but he was extremely critical and in a non constructive way. I can tell he meant business and it seemed as if he wanted instant gratification. He spatted, "I'm a brand!" And Kim Kimble had to remind him that she is also a brand, and human at that!

Anyway I know you're all like how does this relate to you Chloé. Well, it relates to me because I want to build my own brand as well. There are a ton of things I want to do. If I tried to pick just one thing it would be really hard. I watched how Kim handled herself on her show. She showed her concern with how Jonathan treated her while also remaining tactful and it made me think of my own anger.

Let's just say growing up and still I face a terrible anger issue. It doesn't always happen, but I blow up when I'm angry about specific things. Like out of control blow up. Like the hulk has nothing on me when I'm angry kind of blow up. I have been working hard on my anger issue. I don't believe anyone should behave the way I do when I get to that level of anger. Watching Kim's situation made me think of myself and how I'd react if I was running my own business.

I'm sure that when you are successful enough to have your own business or brand I should say, and you are constantly mixing with different people to build your own brand (Hollywood lol), you will deal with a ton of rude people. People who will treat you just like Jonathan treated Kim. It's probably normal. Who am I to say? But I do know that if you're going to be successful in any way, you cannot bite any hands that feed you! And in many cases you cannot bite the hand of someone that has connections with others hands with more resources and money. I hate to discuss a rap beef on my blog but hey, look how thousands of people returned meek mill's cd because they are drake fans! Not every battle is worth fighting. Especially battles that aren't really even there lol.

But let's bring it back to me. I would have cussed him out and told him he could kiss my ass and probably walked off the set! They both put money into that project. I then thought I probably would have made a bad name for myself if I was trying to expand my business. That's just the truth in all of it. But something as simple as watching a reality show can show you what's holding you back in life!

This is one of the very main reasons I meditate and also analyze things the way I do. That's why it's important to me to have ME time.. The same way you get to know someone else better by spending time with them, you will get to know yourself. However, spending time alone doesn't guarantee you will learn any new things if you aren't actually spending the time to get to know yourself. I'm also learning more about mindfulness as I practice meditation which has a lot to do with how we react to life period. But I'll save that for another time!

"Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned"

-Buddha

Mean Green Salad w/ Chicken

Mean Green Salad w/ Chicken

You will need:

3 Frozen chicken strips, thawed

3 eggs

Kale

Broccoli

Cucumber

Shredded cheddar-jack & Monterey cheese

Cheese & Garlic croutons

Salt

Pepper

Garlic powder

Basil

Makes 1 serving. For 2 servings just double ingredients.

I did not measure anything out except my salad dressing. I didn't find it necessary.

Lightly and evenly season 3 chicken strips w/ salt, pepper, garlic powder and basil on both sides. Cover with foil and bake for 20-30 minutes on 375°f

Boil your eggs

Once the chicken is done, cut it up however you'd like 

Put about a handful and a half of kale onto a plate. Then cut broccoli and about 8-10 cucumber slices and add it on top of the kale.

 

Next add chicken, eggs, cheese and croutons.

 

Almost forgot the eggs lol! Now you're ready to eat! Just add dressing of your choice. For this particular salad I like to use light ranch. About 2 tbsp

ENJOY!!!

A single cup of raw kale (about 67 grams or 2.4 ounces) contains (1):

• Vitamin A: 206% of the RDA (from beta-carotene).
• Vitamin K: 684% of the RDA.
• Vitamin C: 134% of the RDA.
• Vitamin B6: 9% of the RDA.
• Manganese: 26% of the RDA.
• Calcium: 9% of the RDA.
• Copper: 10% of the RDA.
• Potassium: 9% of the RDA.
• Magnesium: 6% of the RDA.
• Then it contains 3% or more of the RDA for Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Iron and Phosphorus.

This is coming with a total of 33 calories, 6 grams of carbs (2 of which are fiber) and 3 grams of protein.

Kale contains very little fat, but a large portion of the fat in it is the omega-3 fatty acid called alpha linolenic acid.

Given the incredibly low calorie content, kale is among the most nutrient dense foods in existence. Eating more kale is a great way to dramatically increase the total nutrient content of your diet.

Nutrition information source: http://authoritynutrition.com/10-proven-benefits-of-kale/

17 to 23

17 to 23...

For the last 6 years I can honestly say I've developed some bad habits. I've had a lot of ups and a lot of downs, I've gotten comfortable then been put out of my comfort zone. I've had to deal with dramatic changes and different ways of life. I've met good people and people that haven't been so good to me. I've learned things I didn't want to know and gained knowledge that I've needed. 17 to 23 has been a complete roller coaster for me. I think it's safe to say I'm not the same person anymore. They say pain changes you, they also say you grow and mature with age. Well, I've done both! But I'd like to believe it's for the better - to better my life and show my son the example of what I believe a woman should be. I owe him that.

Instead of focusing on what Brought on any negativity in my life, I'd rather embrace what these experiences have done to me. They opened my eyes. They showed me a lot about myself that I never realized. Things about me that I thought were me, and at one time probably were, but definitely aren't now. It exposed a lot that I needed to know in order to be the person I strive to be.

I say all this to say a lot has happened in that time span and because of that (not completely but partially) I guess you can say I'm on a journey to change my life and habits. Sometimes we don't always focus on what's important when we are going through things. Life gets put on the back burner to a certain extent. But through life's obstacles, I believe u can still choose to be happy and choose positivity and peace. Whatever struggle or situation you are in or have been through I invite everyone on this journey with me. Not to do as I do or act as I act, but to gain another perspective of life and how you choose to live yours.

-Chloé