How do you fuel the innovation that happens within?

Posted on February 9, 2014 by Jackie Savi-Cannon

JSC-Innovation TreesIn order to protect the Niagara Escarpment, it was required The Scenic Caves Suspension Bridge in Ontario, Canada be built over the mass landscape of breathtaking trees. This bridge was built during the harsh Canadian winter to meet the opening date. Rob Thorburn saw an idea most did not accept or think possible. Innovative ideas come to us in the most unpredictable places. How does your environment inspire you daily? Where do you travel for creative injections? Who do you engage with to stimulate your brain to think in a new, positive direction? How do you fuel the innovation that happens within?

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How do you push through the ‘RESISTANCE’ even though you feel you have nothing left to give?

Posted on January 14, 2014 by Jackie Savi-Cannon

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If ever there were a time in history requiring us to dig deep and persevere, it is now. Inspiring stories can sometimes backfire because the person sharing their story has usually finished the work.

In honor of Steven Pressfield’s Do the Work, the Domino Project Street Team brought together their collective talents to create a free eBook entitled No Idling: 30 inspiring stories from those who do the work. The action-takers in this book put a human face to the trite sounding clichés. Their stories of overcoming Resis- tance provide a path from “Just do it” to mentally gearing up and forming habits to help you get things done. They don’t mince words. “Expect Resistance,” they say. “It’s there. Waiting for you. Be smart. Prepare for it.” The only way to fail is to stop. When you’re tempted, come back to Do The Work and No Idling to bolster your resolve. Remember that you took on your great work for a reason. Own it.

The eBook features Andrew Warner, Neil Patel, Charlie Gilkey, James Altucher, Neil Pasricha, Mark Silver, David Siteman Garland, Carol Roth, Michael Port, Marshall Ulrich and 20 others.Dig into this book. Put its wisdom into action. Generously share it. Do the work.

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10 Different Nuts to Boost Your Nutrition Intake

Posted on January 9, 2014 by Jackie Savi-Cannon

Nuts are often avoided due to the higher fat content. Although this is true to some extent, the value of these healthy natural fats along with the added protein and fiber is worth adding them to your daily intake.

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Healthy Coffee Break

Posted on January 7, 2014 by Jackie Savi-Cannon

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Banana Bread

Breakfast items or snacks for work can be a challenge. This recipe is a great solution and is pretty easy to follow. It can be adapted to the size of pan your are using.  They can also be baked as muffins. Give it a try!

2 cups  Organic Flour (Gluten free options work well. You can experiment.)
1 tsp Baking Soda
1/4 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
1 tsp Ground Flax Seed or Chia Seed
4 Organic Eggs
2 cups or 4 Mashed Bananas
1/2 cup Apple Sauce
1/3 cup Coconut Oil (Warm for easier mixing.)
1 tsp Vanilla
Chopped Walnuts (Optional)

Pureed black or white beans can be added to this to boost protein and fiber content.

Preheat oven to 350-375 depending on your oven.  If you are using convection, you will need to shorten your baking time.  It is best to keep an eye the first time to determine the best baking time for your process.

Sift the dry ingredients to add air. This is important when using gluten free flour.  If you are in a hurry and don’t the recipe will still work.

Mix wet ingredients excluding bananas and nuts.  Blend wet and dry ingredients. Once this is complete fold the bananas and walnuts in with a spatula. Don’t over due it as you will break apart the bananas.  You can also save a portion of nuts as your topper.

Distribute evenly into the greased tray you have chosen and bake for approximately 45-55 minutes.  Larger sizes will require longer times.

Enjoy!

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10 Ways to Keep Your Staff Lounge Healthy Over The Holidays

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Jackie Savi-Cannon

These simple tips will help keep your Staff area healthy over the holidays and bring in the New Year with peace.

Gluten Free Cake

  1. Source out an exceptional Gluten-Free Chef that can cater in healthy, decadent baked goods. There have been numerous advancements in recipes for cookies, cupcakes and muffins.
  2. Communal healthy condiments so healthy ingredients can be added to everyday meals. Include medicinal teas, seed mixtures, ground flax-seed, coconut oil, healthy universal supplements.
  3. A lending library building from staple authors such as Robin Sharma, Jack Canfield, Brene Brown, Seth Godin, Dan Tapscott, Nischala Joy Devi, Kris Carr, Tim Ferriss and Malcolm Gladwell
  4. Ambient sounds have an unconscious calming effect on the brain and nervous system. You can take it a step further and combine all these steps into a ZEN/RNR area.
  5. If budget allows and your benefits do not cover these modalities, invest in relaxation therapies such as Massage, Trauma Counseling, Reiki, EFT. There are many reputable modalities that suit all types of personalities.
  6. Cerebral moments act as ‘corporate juice’ to re-energize and inspire the brain for creative problem solving and inspired work.  TED Talks and many YouTube videos are available to bring this type of brain exercise into the workplace in time-efficient way.
  7. If possible allow for pet friendly days or environments to foster healthy connections with animals.
  8. Bring nature in with plants, rocks, crystals, natural art.
  9. Bring onsite relief to allow for physical decompression. Callisthenic programs, Yoga, Stress Management, and Nutritional Counseling are some examples. Stress relief can be maneuvered in most environments when participants are open to change.
  10. Giving your time and effort towards causes that help humanity are good for your soul. We are not meant to function in isolation. Remind yourself daily that you are not alone and with our collective efforts we create healthy change.

 

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