STEPPING OUT OF THE COMFORT ZONE
LAUGH IT OFF
Maybe you want to have a more positive outlook on life, drop a few pounds, replace bad habits, improve communication with others, or become more productive. Possibly, you’d like to travel more, find emotional balance, or learn new things. Whatever the case may be, there is always room for self- improvement. Developing yourself is an ongoing process because humans are dynamic beings. Rewiring your habits can be difficult, but if it breeds positivity, it is well worth it. LEARN SOMETHING NEW Learning something new is one way to develop yourself. Today, learning is made possible with the growing number of online courses available to you on a wide array of subjects. You can learn a new language, take up a musical instrument, or even learn a new word every day to include in your vocabulary. Whatever it is, striving to always be learning is one way to consistently work on yourself. IMPROVE YOUR HABITS Even if you aren’t necessarily replacing bad habits, developing positive habits will help keep you occupied in a good way. You can possibly set aside time to read more often, develop and stick to an exercise routine, and eat healthier. LOOK FOR POSITIVITY Today, negativity is everywhere, especially on the news. After all, “you are what you eat.” Taking in negativity on TV and social media is not beneficial, and one of the best ways to change this and improve yourself is to switch up what you read and watch. By watching and listening to positive media, you can be sure to improve your overall sense of well-being. GET MORE SLEEP Sleep can be hard to get enough of. Your life is jam-packed with errands, work, cooking, cleaning, social interactions, engagements, and more, and that hardly leaves any time for some quality shut- eye. Sometimes just doing nothing is all that you need to quiet your mind and rest your body. Small changes over time add up to significant change within your life; it’s all about the long haul. Find the courage to step out of your comfort zone to always be working on yourself — your future self will thank you!
OKTOBERFEST SOFT PRETZELS
INGREDIENTS • 1 1/2 cups warm water • 1 tbsp salt • 1 tbsp sugar • 1 packet active dry yeast • 4 1/2 cups flour
• 3 tbsp oil, divided • 2/3 cup baking soda • 2 eggs, beaten • Coarse salt, for sprinkling
DIRECTIONS 1. In a bowl, combine water, salt, and sugar. Add yeast and let rest for 5 minutes. Add flour and 2 tbsp oil, then mix thoroughly into a dough. 2. Remove the dough from the bowl. Coat bowl with remaining oil, then return the dough, cover with plastic wrap, and set it aside in a warm place for 1 hour. 3. Preheat oven to 450 F. 4. Cut dough into 8 pieces. Roll them into thin ropes, then twist ropes into pretzel shapes. 5. In a large pot, boil water. Add baking soda, then boil each pretzel for 1 minute, flipping halfway through. 6. Transfer pretzels to a baking sheet. Brush them with egg and sprinkle with salt. Bake for 10–15 minutes. Enjoy!
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