Here are some helpful tips to keep that positive mental attitude going, just in case you are a Debbie Downer like me:
- Go for a walk! I started getting out of the house and going on two hour walks with Andy. I cannot take Weezer for that whole time because he is an old fat man and will not last that long.
- Keep smiling. I think I read somewhere that just smiling alone can do wonders to change your state of mind. Plus, Andy feeds off my energy, so if he sees me smiling, he will keep smiling.
- Focus on all the great things you have in your life. Even though at times I was super frustrated with Andy, I remembered how lucky I was to have him in the first place.
- Listen to this song or this podcast. It will for sure bring a smile to your face.
- Think about things you like: a sleeping child, polite people, overly friendly elderly people, pugs, sitting out on the deck with a good book, etc.
- Make Mexican food of any kind for dinner. A good spicy burrito or enchilada always make me happy.
INGREDIENTS
- 2 Grilled Chicken Breasts, sliced
- ½ Pound Cooked Macaroni/Fusilli/Farfalle Noodles
- 1 Cup Corn Kernels
- ¾ Cup Black Beans
- ¾ Cup Sliced Jarred Roasted Red Peppers
- 1 Jalapeno, sliced
- ½ Cup Nonfat Plain Greek Yogurt
- ¼ Cup Red Enchilada Sauce
- Fresh Cilantro and Diced Red Onion for garnish
INSTRUCTIONS
- In the bottom of a large salad bowl, mix the Greek yogurt and enchilada sauce together. Add the noodles and toss to evenly coat.
- Add all of the other ingredients on top of the noodles. Mix just before serving and garnish with fresh cilantro and red onion.
