WEEKLY HARVEST

With Valentine's Day around the corner, this Weekly Harvest is dedicated to our relationships. Whether it's the one you have with yourself, your partner, your family, or your friends, the connections we form have a significant impact on our well-being.

5 BENEFITS OF FORMING DEEP CONNECTIONS AND HOW TO MAKE THEM FLOURISH

Some say Valentine's Day is overrated. Some love the tradition of chocolates, flowers, and jewelry. No matter where you fall on the spectrum, it's a good time to reflect on the relationships that exist in your life.

Connecting with yourself and with your loved ones on a deeper level can be beneficial to your mental and physical health.

In the spirit of celebrating both self-love and the love we have for others, let's explore the benefits of fostering meaningful relationships with yourself and those around you...

3 WAYS TO SHOW SELF-LOVE (AND WHY IT MATTERS)

Caring for others comes easier when you care for yourself first. We have to feel our best to do our best each day, so don't skimp on self-love! Here are a few things to try:

1

Establish a routine

Consistently dedicating time to activities that nurture your needs helps create balance in your life. For example, cooking a nutritious meal, meditating, exercising, or getting creative.

2

Set boundaries

Learn to recognize your limits so you are able to set boundaries with the people around you. This way you can prioritize your self-care without guilt and promote a better emotional well-being.

3

Celebrate your progress

Acknowledge and reflect on your achievements, no matter how small. Recognize that growth is a continuous journey and be kind to yourself!

SATISFYING SELF-CARE SMOOTHIE

Nourishing your body and your mind with a nutritious breakfast is an excellent way to begin a day dedicated to self-care.

This delicious green smoothie features a balanced blend of essential nutrients like fiber, vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats to keep you satisfied all morning.

Ingredients:

2 cups fresh spinach or kale
2 cups pineapple chunks, fresh or frozen
1 medium banana, sliced and frozen
½ medium ripe avocado
1 cup unsweetened almond milk, plus more as needed
1 tbsp almond butter
Optional: 1 scoop Primal Greens
Optional: 1 scoop Primal Collagen

Instructions:

Place all the ingredients in a blender.
Blend the ingredients in a high-speed blender for 2-3 minutes until you get a smooth and creamy texture.
Taste the smoothie, adding more almond milk or water if it is too thick or adding a sweetener of choice if it's not sweet enough for you.
Pour into a cup or mason jar. Enjoy cold immediately, or store in fridge for up to 24 hours.

Substitutes:

Instead of almond milk, you can use any other plant-based milk to keep this vegan, or use regular or 2% milk
To replace the pineapple, you can use one cup of any chopped fruit. To keep the bright green color, mango, pear, kiwi or green apples are all good options.
If using sweetener, we recommend agave syrup, honey, or adding 1-2 dates.