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Lindsey Beharry's avatar

Loved this analogy! I have no problem experimenting and taking risks in the kitchen. But life? Not so much. This was such a light and lovely way to think about being more gracious and gentle with myself. Thank you for sharing!

Debra Borden, LCSW | Author's avatar

Thank you so much, Lindsey! I'm so glad it resonated. Cooking is not about perfection, it's about experimentation, and the kitchen is a lovely place to practice being a little more gracious and gentle with ourselves. ❤️

Life Inside My Mind's avatar

This is such an engaging piece, Debra. Using the kitchen as a laboratory for self-reflection and relational growth is brilliant.

The blend of culinary creativity and therapeutic wisdom makes this publication, Therapeutic Bites, such a joy to read.

Debra Borden, LCSW | Author's avatar

Thank you, Aiah! I love that you called it a laboratory. Cooking is not about perfection, it's about experimentation, and that applies to everything we go for in life. ❤️

Life Inside My Mind's avatar

You're welcome, Debra! :)