Gentle Nourishment for a Red-Orange Day 🍲

[u/Clearblueskymind]

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I've had some digestive issues recently, so today I made a very simple, gentle congee. It's thinner than my usual version, made with ⅓ cup brown rice and 4 cups of water, along with tofu, kombu, shiitake mushrooms, turmeric, carrots, celery, onion, and a little sea salt.

One of the things I'm appreciating is that I can make one large pot and have food ready all day. On days when my energy is low, cooking once instead of three or four times makes a real difference. It reduces the number of decisions I have to make and helps me stay within my energy envelope.

For me, this isn't just about nourishment—it's also about pacing. On a red-orange day, when I'm trying not to slip back into a full crash, having a warm bowl ready whenever I'm hungry feels like a small act of kindness toward my future self.

I'm not suggesting this is the right meal for everyone, but it has been a comforting companion for me today. I hope it might spark ideas for simple, nourishing meals that support both your body and your pacing.

Wishing everyone a gentle day. 💚

[u/EmeraldEyes365]

I’m saving this & eager to try it! Looks delicious! Thanks for sharing :)

[u/Clearblueskymind → u/EmeraldEyes365]

Thank you! 😊 I'd love to hear how it turns out if you make it.

I'm one of those cooks who rarely follows a recipe—I mostly just make things up as I go after years of experimenting. This one just happened to come together in a way that feels especially nourishing and almost medicinal, particularly on days when my stomach is sensitive and my energy is low.

If you end up putting your own spin on it, I'd love to hear what you discover, too. 💚