How to Feel More Nourished (Even When Life Is Busy) | Food, Simplicity & Self-Care

What does it really mean to nourish yourself?In this episode, I sit down with chef, food stylist, and author Melina Hammer (A Year at Catbird Cottage) for a thoughtful conversation on food, self-care, and living with more intention.Together, we explore how to create simple, nourishing meals using seasonal ingredients, find inspiration in spring cooking and foraging (including garlic mustard and field garlic), and elevate everyday dishes with ease.We also reflect on the deeper side of nourishment—how food connects to mindfulness, gentleness, and self-care—and what it looks like to move away from extremes and toward a more balanced, intuitive way of eating and living. A grounding and inspiring conversation on cooking, creativity, and what it means to truly nourish yourself.Links:* Episode Newsletter: https://mindbodyspiritfood.substack.com/p/melina-hammer* Mind, Body, Spirit, FOOD Newsletter: https://mindbodyspiritfood.substack.com/* Order Nicki's new book: https://fromscratchfast.com/nicki-sizemore/* Find Nicki on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickisizemore* Melina’s book, A Year at Catbird Cottage: https://bookshop.org/a/114665/9781984859709* Melina’s newsletter: https://catbirdcottage.substack.com/* Melina’s website: https://www.melinahammer.com/* Find Melina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melinahammer/* My Substack Live with Melina: https://mindbodyspiritfood.substack.com/p/edible-holiday-gifts* Nicki’s podcast episode with Ashley Neese, Permission to Rest: https://mindbodyspiritfood.substack.com/p/ashley-neese* Nicki’s podcast episode about moving one step at a time: https://mindbodyspiritfood.substack.com/p/intention-11-one-step-at-a-time This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mindbodyspiritfood.substack.com/subscribe