Consistency & Turkey Hash
We’re officially moved in! And when I say moving is exhausting—OMG, I forgot just how overwhelming it actually is. A few weeks ago, my therapist asked how I handle transitions, and I confidently said, “Totally fine.” Turns out, I do not handle transitions well. {There’s that acronym for “fine” - F*cked up, Insecure, Neurotic, and Emotional. Yep, that about sums it up.}
For someone who prides themselves on self-awareness, it’s wild how quickly a disrupted routine sends my anxiety through the roof. A disorganized space? Chaos.
I almost skipped sending out a recipe this week—because, let’s be real, with boxes and plants covering the kitchen counters, cooking is not happening. But then I realized one thing has stayed consistent: breakfast.
If you’ve worked with me, you know I’m big on breakfast. If you’ve known me for a while, you know my breakup with eggs was devastating. I’m not a sweet breakfast person—not because carbs are bad, but because I don’t like how my brain or body feel when I start my day on the blood sugar rollercoaster. Mornings are my prime time, and my breakfast routine keeps me firing on all cylinders.
Breakfast is also an easy way to pack in greens and protein. You know the saying, eat breakfast like a queen (because we don’t do kings around here). I fully embrace that. In Chinese medicine, your digestive fire burns hottest in the morning, making it the best time to absorb nutrients—so, in my mind, it’s optimization mode first thing.
During this move, my go-to has been my turkey hash—simple, protein-packed, loaded with leafy greens, and easy to prep in advance. Plus, we’re rolling into strawberry season and I love adding strawberries and cinnamon on toast!. While carbs aren’t the star of my breakfast, I love berries and toast.
For years, I paired my greens with eggs, but since breaking up with them, I’ve swapped in ground turkey. Sometimes I switch it up with a different ground meat blend so play with it and make it your own! And if you’re vegan, this pairs well with a tofu scramble or tempeh bacon!
The best part? If you meal prep it, it’s as quick as making a smoothie or oatmeal—but with way more staying power.
When it comes to nutrition, I tend to avoid two "R’s": rigidity and restriction. The truth is, those things usually get us nowhere in the long run. Nutrition is really about building small habits over time that support your lifestyle, your health goals, and your overall well-being. Life is constantly shifting, and so are your needs.
So, where are you showing up consistently right now? What habits do you already have that feel supportive? Maybe it’s your morning coffee ritual or your weekly Sunday brunch. And, if nothing comes to mind, what’s something you could try for a few weeks? The beauty of nutrition is that it’s all a big experiment, you get to be the scientist in your own life.
