Cooking has become one of the clearest examples in my life of how energy transforms outcomes. Years ago, during my career-focused years, cooking was a purely functional task. I worked long hours, and food was just something warm and edible, made without much thought or care. I always followed recipes, but there was no connection to the process—it was simply another box to check.
Then life shifted. After separating from Guido and stepping into a new phase of life, I began to see things differently, especially after watching the movie Mr. Church by Eddy Murphy. The way food was used to care for and connect with others struck a deep chord. I decided, no matter what, that the meals I prepared for my children would be made with love, care, and attention. I wanted my food to nourish not just their bodies, but their spirits too.
I immersed myself in learning—watching countless videos, practicing techniques, and taking inspiration from Julia Child’s philosophy of cooking with passion. Somewhere in that process, I made the choice to pour my energy into every dish I made. The same meals that were once bland and uninspired became vibrant and full of life, simply because I brought my full attention and love to them.
This shift taught me something profound: you can make the same soup with two very different energies. One made with care and love will always carry a deeper nourishment than one made with distraction or indifference. It’s not just about the ingredients; it’s about the energy you bring to the act of creation.