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Are you ready to hop on the Zabelicious fun wheel? What is Zabelicious, you ask? Delicious. Unstoppable. Unpredictable. I like to mix it up in the kitchen.

I rarely follow recipes. I prefer to improvise. The result is usually Zabelicious. I look forward to sharing those creations and inspiring stories from the heart of the Midwest. Discover the art of journaling through my coaching tips and tools. Hop on the fun wheel and buckle up. I hope you enjoy the ride and visit Zabelicious Life often.

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It’s a Zabelicious Life!

I'm Janine, a modern mom who wears many hats: journalist, life coach, wife, and entrepreneur. I'm also a connector, explorer, and storyteller at heart.  

Zabelicious Life is an online lifestyle magazine dedicated to nourishing the soul and feeding the spirit through stories and recipes.

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Write a Love Letter to Yourself

Have you ever considered giving yourself a pep talk by writing a letter? It might sound silly, but the act of writing a love letter to yourself can be empowering. In honor of Mental Health Month, I invite you to join me on a path to self love and discovery, as we journal it together!

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Life Lessons From a Leopard

Take a walk on the wild side and try thinking like a leopard today. Our recent African safari taught us much about the leopard's survival instinct and what these graceful cats symbolize; strength, power, courage, and determination. We humans strive to possess many of these qualities, but are we as resourceful and mindful of our surroundings?

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Spring Transformation

Spring offers a chance for renewal. Get inspired to make a transformation today. Let the butterfly be your motivation to spread your wings and fly! Let’s journal it together.

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Let Your Light Shine

Are you letting distractions prevent your light from shining bright? When was the last time you took a moment to pause, reflect and reignite your light? Join me, as we prepare for spring with a reset, and journal it together.

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Aging Is a Gift

Now that I’ve reached the FAR right side of 50, I’m reflecting on aging as a gift. The alternative is downright depressing, so why not celebrate BIG and leave a sparkle wherever you go? Let’s start with dessert and journal it, together!

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Choose Joy!

Are you taking time to experience beauty and delight in each moment? Or, are you allowing self-doubt and comparison to steal your joy? Discover ways to defend yourself from these thieves of joy and celebrate life.

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Holiday Daydreaming

Feel like the merry making and holiday baking flew by too fast? There’s still one gift to open that was never wrapped, but was always there. The daydream. Grab a cup of cocoa and let’s chase those dreams together!

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Blaze Your Own Trail

Which path will you choose when you come to your next fork in the road of life? Trust your gut and blaze your own trail. Need a little coaching to take the next step? Let’s take a walk in the wilderness and map it out together.

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The Art of Saying No

Feeling overwhelmed and overscheduled? Reclaim your time and energy by learning the art of saying “no.” I’m sharing life coaching tips to guide you, just in time for the holidays.

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Enjoy the Ride!

Summer may be long gone, but fond fair memories are never far from my mind. I’m sharing life lessons I learned from my favorite carnival ride in today’s “Journal It.” Hop on the fun wheel and enjoy the ride!

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