#### Try this:
Each week, ask yourself: *“What’s one thing I can remove from my plate?”* It doesn’t have to be huge. Cancel a meeting that could be an email. Take a social media break. Postpone a non-urgent chore. You’re not being lazy—you’re being selective.
### A Recipe for Well-being
“Remove One Thing Off the Plate” is a small act of editing that makes space for what matters most: flavor in food, peace in your schedule, and room to breathe in your day.
Here’s a simplified version of this concept turned into a literal recipe you can try tonight:
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### **Simple Roasted Veggie Bowl** (with One Thing Removed)
**Ingredients:**
* 2 cups chopped sweet potato
* 1 red bell pepper, sliced
* 1 zucchini, chopped
* 1 tablespoon olive oil
* Salt and pepper to taste
* Optional: garlic, balsamic vinegar, or feta cheese
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss veggies with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Skip the garlic or feta tonight—just enjoy the purity of the roasted vegetables.
3. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes.
4. Serve over rice or quinoa if desired, but honestly, you might find you don’t need the grain at all.
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In a world constantly telling us to *add more*, it takes courage—and wisdom—to take something away. So tonight, in your kitchen and your life, take one thing off your plate.
You might be surprised how much better everything tastes.
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