Tag Archives: living healthy

5 Ways to Simplify Your Emotions

Posted on November 20, 2013 by

As human beings, we are complicated, flawed, multi-dimensional creatures with deep layers of motives, conflicts, and goals.  Our emotions arise from these multi-factorial roots.  As humans, we cannot let go of our emotions.  We cannot squash down our feelings like … Continue reading →

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“Should I Stay or Should I Go?” 7 Actions to Help You Overcome Culture Shock

Posted on November 5, 2013 by

As I mentioned in my previous post, the term “culture shock” is a misnomer because it is not necessarily an acute event, but rather a series of sensations experienced over time when a person is immersed in an unfamiliar environment … Continue reading →

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Chayote Soup Recipe

Posted on October 23, 2013 by

Chayotes grow in pretty much everyone’s property in Monteverde.  We have a couple of wild vines on our rental.  The kids love to pick the chayotes for me which I then make into soup or picadillo, depending on my mood. … Continue reading →

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Hire a Tica to Teach You How to Cook

Posted on October 22, 2013 by

Tico cuisine is naturally low in fat, sodium and calories.  The locals use very little fat in their cooking.  They eat their vegetables fresh, steamed, or lightly sautéed. They don’t refry their beans in lard or bacon grease as is … Continue reading →

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Reflections About Buying Food in Monteverde in Pictures

Posted on October 18, 2013 by

  Pura Vida! Related articles Monteverde Sustainability Projects: Finca La Querencia (puravidafamilia.com)

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Where Do You Buy Food In Monteverde?

Posted on October 14, 2013 by

After a few weeks of living here, I figured out what food to get where.  I have a pretty good routine now.  Below are the places that Ticos and expats go to in order to buy food in Monteverde. Feria … Continue reading →

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Take the Pura Vida Challenge!

Posted on October 8, 2013 by

I the previous post, I blogged about what Pura Vida means.  It is a commonly used phrase in Costa Rica, but it also epitomizes the positive attitude of Tico culture. You don’t need to live in Costa Rica to live … Continue reading →

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Do You Need a Gym Membership to Lose Weight?

Posted on August 28, 2013 by

“The miracle isn’t that I finished. The miracle is that I had the courage to start.” -John Bingham  Embarking on an exercise program is a scary prospect.  I remember when I first started, I was terrified that I was going … Continue reading →

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Why Do You Run?

Posted on August 21, 2013 by

“Every accomplishment starts with a decision to try.” –Gail Devers As I have posted previously here and here, running is an integral part of my life.  I started running in late 2008/early 2009 to train for a 5K and I … Continue reading →

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Baby Steps to Redesign Your Life: Weight Loss Step 2

Posted on August 20, 2013 by

A few weeks ago, I blogged about giving up sugared drinks as a small step in the great journey towards weight-loss.  During my personal weight loss journey, I found that it is much easier to lose weight by making multiple … Continue reading →

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