Overcoming the Hurdle of Cooking for Yourself VS Settling for Takeout

Cooking — February 9, 2025

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You know that feeling when you’re scrolling through videos and you tell yourself you’re gonna make one of them tmrw… but when it’s time to cook, you’re thinking it’s going to be too hard or take up too much time? Overcoming this hurdle can feel hard. I’ve been there, and let me tell you- the biggest missing link is having a plan and mindfully acting on it.

Here’s the thing: acting in a way that serves your future self (with a solid plan) is the foundation that makes everything easier. When you take even a little time to plan ahead, you set yourself up for success before you even step into the kitchen.

Without a plan, you’re winging it, and that’s when frustration sets in. But when you’re equipped, you eliminate the guesswork, save time, and actually enjoy the process of making the foods you’ve been craving. It’s not about perfection- it’s about making things doable and giving yourself the tools to succeed.

Start simple: intentionally choose one meal, one grocery list, and a tiny bit of prep. I promise, it’ll change everything. And if you don’t know how to get organized or find the motivation… you’re in the right place.

You know I’m all about intention- whether it’s in how we live, love, or feed ourselves and our families. Cooking isn’t just about putting food on the table; it’s about nourishing your body, sparking joy, and reclaiming time for what truly matters. Overcoming the hurdle of cooking the foods you REALLY want to eat versus settling on takeout is within reach.

If you’ve been stuck in the same dinner routines, feeling overwhelmed by meal planning, or just not vibing with your kitchen anymore, this is your sign to step into something new.

Mo’s Cooking Club isn’t just a membership- it’s a portal to transformation.

Imagine:
Simple cooking that feels empowering, not exhausting
Putting creativity back into your meals (bye boring chicken and broccoli)
Nourishing yourself with intention, ease and confidence

This is your space to learn, grow, and connect with others who are ready to make cooking a joyful, soul-centered part of their lives.

You’ve felt that tug for a reason. Let’s transform the way you cook- and, let’s be real, the way you live.

What’s in store:

This Cooking Club is not just another space where you get cookie cutter tips and tricks that don’t really change the way you operate in the kitchen.

This membership is going to be the foundation to changing the way you cook, forever. I’m here to show you how easy it can be to create nourishing, delicious meals, even if your life feels like a nonstop marathon. Overcoming this hurdle is possible for you.

This is for you if you’re ready to stop settling for the cyclical stress that you’re drowning in, and transform your relationship with food. Imagine, meals that energize you without the chaos. It’s about taking care of your future self and loving every bite while you’re at it. (Plus, a likeminded community that is as into food as you are!) All neatly wrapped in a bow in one app.
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About Monique

As a private chef of 8+ years, Monique loves supporting local businesses, creating, and enjoying unique cuisines. You’ll find her original recipes, in-depth reviews of restaurants, local + international travel recaps, motherhood stories, and other lifestyle finds in this blog. 

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