Summer Wegman CTNC

22/08/2020

I’ve seen waaayyyyy too many women start healthy habits that make them feel great, but sabotage themselves because they’re not “seeing results”. Aka weight loss.

This inevitably leads to feelings of shame and disappointment or over restriction and over exercising.

Body diversity is real. Not every body is supposed to look the same. Not every healthy habit will result in weight loss.

If you’re taking steps to feel healthier—reducing stress, sleeping more, moving your body in ways that feel good, eating foods that are nourishing physically and mentally—focus on how you feel. Not on the scale.

And remember

27/06/2020

Personal Development 101: you are taught the best way to “level up” is to surround yourself with people who think just like you.

In actuality, this just creates an opportunity where you only ever reinforce the thoughts and viewpoints that you currently have.

Challenge yourself by exposing yourself to different ideas, beliefs, viewpoints, and experiences. That’s where true growth is.

15/06/2020

Just to name a few!

Something had been feeling off for me for the last year or so. I couldn’t put my finger on it, so I started digging. One of my strengths (and weaknesses) is that I have to deeply understand things that I’m passionate about.

What I’ve found has been upsetting. I had so much of my identity wrapped up in an industry that claims to help people, but is actually steeped in discrimination and prejudice.

I’ve been quiet because I’ve had to unlearn so much of what I’ve spent the last ten years learning. I’ve had to challenge so many of my beliefs, and figure out what is best for me, my family, and my mental health.

I’m still trying to figure out where/if I fit into this industry.

But to all my peers, please dig a little deeper and ask better questions...unless the only people you are willing and able to help are the ones that look exactly like you.

@ Cary, North Carolina

02/06/2020

27/05/2020

Both of my girls go nuts for these green beans. They love them!

Sautéed Garlic Green Beans
1 lb trimmed green beans
1 tbs cooking oil
1 tbsp butter
1 bulb of garlic (yes the whole thing, at least) minced

Heat oil over medium high heat and cook garlic for 3-4 minutes
Add green beans and sauté for 20 minutes
When green beans are close to desired tenderness, add butter and salt and finish cooking another 5 or so minutes until garlic is crunchy and green beans are tender.

12/04/2020

Happy Easter! I hope everyone had a great day with family, sunshine, and lots of treats.

Finishing up the day with a grass fed filet, mashed sweet potatoes, and grilled asparagus. Have a great week! 😊😊

04/04/2020

Just breathe!

13/03/2020

I know, I know. It’s not what you want to hear, but it’s true. It’s hard to push aside the desire to lose weight (as your top priority) when we’ve been taught that there’s something wrong with us if we can’t shrink our bodies.

It’s not you, it’s the system. It’s broken.

Take back your power. Shift the focus from trying to lose weight to building habits that make you feel your best.

We got this! Oh and no one can promise you weight loss even through a “healthy lifestyle”. That’s not how it works. But it is easier to sell 😉

01/03/2020

is served!

Lucy requested Shepherd’s Pie this week, and this definitely did not disappoint.

Have a great week!

19/02/2020

Just a friendly reminder that restriction almost always leads to feelings of fear and guilt around food and can lead to overeating and binging.

Fixing your relationship with food will benefit your health way more than cutting out carbs. Really.

11/02/2020

You do not need to justify your food choices to anyone. Your body=your choice.

And the kicker, it’s the same for the person eating the pizza and the person eating the salad.

You don’t owe anyone an explanation for what you decide to eat and commenting on what anyone else is eating is a dick move. Period.

06/02/2020

That’s a lot of money made off of us hating our bodies.

How many books, foods, products, etc have you purchased because they promised weight loss?

It’s free to start cultivating a positive body image and a healthy relationship with food.