🖤Week 3: Exorcising Energy Vampires

Do you ever feel like your energy is being sucked dry no matter how much coffee or quick snacks you throw at it? Week 3 is all about identifying those “energy vampires” – the habits, foods, and routines that leave you drained – and swapping them out for rituals that actually fuel your body and mind.

Haunted Habit: Fatigue from Poor Sleep & Low-Nutrient Meals

We all know the cycle: skipping sleep, grabbing whatever’s convenient, and then feeling wiped out by mid-afternoon. But what if you could turn the tide with small, intentional changes that feel like a magic spell for your energy levels?

Goal: Replace Depleted Habits with Energy-Boosting Nutrition & Sleep Rituals

This week, we’re focusing on three simple pillars: morning activation, midday nourishment, and evening restoration.

Daily Witchy Rituals & Swaps

🌞 Morning Spell: Ginger-Lemon Hot Water
Start your day with a ritual that awakens your metabolism and digestive fire. Boil water, squeeze in fresh lemon, grate some ginger, and sip slowly. Bonus: take a deep breath and set your intention for a day full of energy.

🧙‍♀️ Midday Charm: Mummy Meatballs
Keep lunch or dinner playful and protein-packed. These mummy-inspired meatballs are easy, satisfying, and keep your blood sugar stable so you can ward off that 3 PM slump. Perfect for packing in your lunchbox or enjoying at the table with the family.

Mummy Meatballs

Protein-packed, playful, and perfect for lunch or dinner

Ingredients (makes ~12 meatballs):

• 1 lb ground turkey, chicken, or beef (grass-fed if possible)

• 1/2 cup finely grated zucchini or carrot (adds moisture and nutrients)

• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/4 cup almond flour or breadcrumbs (for binding)

• 1 egg

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• 1/2 tsp dried thyme or Italian herbs

• Whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas (for “mummy wraps”)

• Ketchup or tomato paste for eyes (optional: use tiny dots of olives or black sesame seeds)
  

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Mix the meatball ingredients:
   In a large bowl, combine ground meat, grated zucchini or carrot, onion, garlic, almond flour, egg, and seasonings. Mix until just combined – don’t overwork the meat.

3. Form meatballs:
   Roll mixture into 12 evenly sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

4. Bake:
   Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until cooked through (internal temp 165°F/74°C for poultry).

5. Add the mummy “wraps”:
   While meatballs are still warm, cut tortillas into thin strips. Wrap the strips around each meatball to mimic mummy bandages.

6. Add eyes:
   Use tiny dots of ketchup, tomato paste, olives, or black sesame seeds for eyes. A little spooky, a lot of fun!

7. Serve warm with a side of roasted veggies, salad, or your favorite whole-grain base.
   

Pro Tips:

• Make them kid-friendly by letting everyone wrap their own meatballs before baking for a fun, interactive meal.

• Leftovers store well in the fridge for 3–4 days, or freeze for up to a month.