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What is GHB and Rohypnol?
* GHB (gamma-hydroxybutyrate) and Rohypnol (Roofies) are powerful drugs that depress the central nervous system.
* The effects of the drug can be felt within fifteen minutes after ingestion and last for 4-5 hours.
* Cause dizziness, disorientation, loss of inhibition, memory blackouts, and loss of consciousness especially when mixed with alcohol.
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Swift Intoxication - You feel a lot more intoxicated than your usual response to the amount of alcohol you consumed.
You black out - Victims can have 2 different experiences---either a complete blank or intermittent periods of awakening.
You feel extremely sick - You may feel dizzy, almost paralyzed, vomit and have trouble breathing.
You wake-up very hung over - You feel extremely "fuzzy" and can't account for a period of time.
Keep an eye on your drink at all times. If you leave your drink, even for a minute, discard it and get another.
Avoid drinks you did not open yourself. Watch your drinks being poured.
Do not share or exchange drinks with anyone.
Do not drink from a container that is being passed around or from punch bowls.
Go out with a friend. Have a plan to periodically check up on each other.
Get help quickly if you think GHB or Rohypnol have been used on you or a friend.
Act quickly. If you think you have been drugged or raped, avoid showering or disposing of your clothing. If you must urinate, save the urine in a container and ask at the Student Health Center that the urine be tested for GHB or Rohypnol if you think you may have been drugged.


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- OrigamiDuck Jan 5, 2013 02:41 AM
Hey everyone! So I'm a Seattle resident who's visiting LA for the first time. Food will play a pretty big role in the planning of the trip so traveling to get good food is not much of an issue. (That said, if there are any interesting things to check out, people watching, sights, etc. I'd appreciate reccos near the restaurants.)
I'm taste wise I'm open to anything, though I'm looking to try things that LA does best, especially things I can't get in Seattle.
After doing some reading this is my list so far:
Son of a Gun (Animal?)
Red Medicine (n/naka?) *Tasting menu.
Chichenitza (Babita?)
Soontofu (Mottainai?) (Casita Mexicana?)
Umami Burger
Zengo (Brunch)
Anything I've missed, or places I should substitute?
I'll have one splurge meal, for which I'll probably do a tasting menu. I'm torn between Red Medicine and N/Naka, any thoughts between the two?
Also, the best and most authentic mexican I've ever eaten is at an Oaxaccan place in Seattle (owing to living in in the North my entire life), so I'd really like to see what Mexican food is all about, if I had to pick one or two mexican options in LA, where would you send me?
Finally, Son of a Gun and Animal both look amazing. Aside from the seafood vs land, is there a significant difference in ambiance or quality between the two?
Thanks in Advance!!!
You already have two great Mexican food places on your list, Babita and Chichen Itza. If you want more suggestions then you ought to consider places like Guisado's http://guisados.co/ and the Mexicali Taco & Company http://mexicalitaco.com/ and Coni'Seafood located at 3544 West Imperial Highway in Inglewood (310)-672-2339 along with Cacao Mexicatessen http://cacaodeli.com/
As far as your other choices I think they are all excellent. If you are sensitive to noise I'll just say that I find Red Medicine extremely noisy (but love the food).
re: Servorg
One open question for you O Duck...where are you staying in LA? Do you have a central base from which you'll do your food exploration? I see you say below that you will have a car, so that is one question answered.
Excellent list, however I would ditch Umami Burger for Langer's No. 1 pastrami. I would also consider El Gallo Grill in East LA for great Mexican
If you're really up for a burger and are in the area, I'd look into Plan Check Kitchen+Bar. Ridiculously good.
Do Babita over Chichen Itza. That's not even a close call.
Animal over Son of a Gun. Again, not a close call.
For one of your lunches, I would consider Park BBQ for Korean BBQ.
Also, if you want another, more casual Mexican place, try Mariscos Chente's on W. Imperial Hwy in Inglewood.
I really think you should squeeze in both Red Medicine and n/naka and forget Soon Tofu, Mottainai, and heaven forbid, don't waste a meal at Casita.
re: ipsedixit
I actually like Son of A Gun over Animal. Their linguine and clams, uni aglio-olio, chili & breadcrumbs is one incredible dish and so is their smoked steelhead roe, maple cream & pumpernickel. And don't forget that fried chicken sandwich too.
and 100% agree with your Parks BBQ recommendation plus maybe Mozza for some pizza. Sea Harbour for Dim Sum and Sweet Rose Creamery for some ice cream.
re: wienermobile
OP is from Seattle and I'm guessing he has been to Vancouver for dim sum, which makes the stuff in SGV look and taste like it's from the Paleolithic Era.
re: ipsedixit
agree but just in case.....
re: ipsedixit
re: ipsedixit
re: wienermobile
I agree with SOAG over animal. My last experience at animal was disappointing comapred to SOAG.
re: ipsedixit
+1 Do both Red Medicine and n/naka: both will probably be trip highlights, they are very different from each other, and they both set LA apart vs other culinary cities such as SF or NYC.
re: ipsedixit
the Mariscos Chente's on West Imperial Highway in Inglewood has had a name change.
It's new name is:
3544 west imperial highway
inglewood ca 90304
keep in mind that during the week they close at 8pm.
re: LA Buckeye Fan
Seems OP is from Seattle, and probably gets better seafood than what is offered at Neptune's Net.
I would do both Animal & Son of a gun, their food is incredible. Plan Check's burgers are better than Umami, though I like both, PC has a better menu overall.
As far as Mexican, I wouldn't bother with Casita Mexicana, as it is way down south from LA proper, and though good, not worth the drive, as there is nothing else around there. There are lots of similar, decent places within the city proper. Guisados is excellent, and we enjoy El Tepeyac in East LA, gringo-Mexican Chicano fare, if you're interested in that. And there's lots of history to go along with the place.
Jitlada is solid Thai food, I enjoyed my meals there. Zengo has a decent brunch, the food is tasty and quite interesting, and the best deal on the Westside. The atmosphere is very pleasant, especially if its sunny & warm at the coast that day.
<seafood vs land>
So many great recommendations on this thread. As a former Seattleite, born and raised, I'd love to hear what you think after you've come and gone back home. The only thing I miss in the way of food is the fresh fish in Seattle. Other than that it's wonderful. Have fun :).
Thanks for all the great feedback guys!
As far as Plan Check goes, do they have seating for under-age? (alas I'm not quite 21 yet.) I'd originally had Father's Office in the running too before realizing it was a 21+ establishment.
Revised version:
Son of a Gun (Animal?)
N/Naka (Tasting menu)
Red Medicine (Regular Menu)
Umami Burger (Plan Check?) (Langer's?)
Zengo (Brunch)
Park BBQ(Jitalada?)
Gjelina (Other Mexican?)
I think I'm alright as far as pizza and dim sum go. We have a number of good neapolitan/ chef driven style pizza places here in Seattle. As was mentioned, Vancouver has me covered for Chinese.
I've also had some pretty good Thai in Portland, after thinking more about that I swapped Jitalada out for Park BBQ (I haven't tried Seattle's K-BBQ but I've never heard anyone rave about our Korean).
Still torn on Son of a Gun vs Animal, is there a difference in terms of ambiance / service between the two?
Also, I'm thinking of swapping out a lunch for a second Mexican meal since I don't often travel to places which do Mexican well. Any nominations for a second place to go along with Babita to give me a rounded Mexican experience?
re: OrigamiDuck
Yes, you can sit on the patio or booth if not 21 at Plan Check.
Babita is not really in LA city, it's east of the city in a small city southeast of downtown. As mentioned above, try Guisados for tacos or El Tepeyac for gringo-Chicano style. Both are in East LA, more representative of the Mexican heritage of this town, than say, Babita, which is in San Gabriel, a city that is synomonous with authentic Chinese food here.
I did not find much difference in service or ambience between Animal & SoaG. Their staff is very knowledgeable and helpful at both places. I guess ambience would go to SoaG, as Animal is extremely spartan. Good luck and enjoy LA! Let us know how it went!
re: OrigamiDuck
Also, I'm thinking of swapping out a lunch for a second Mexican meal since I don't often travel to places which do Mexican well. Any nominations for a second place to go along with Babita to give me a rounded Mexican experience?
As I mentioned above (and corrected by westsidegal), get thee to Coni'Seafood (f/ka Maricos Chente).
re: OrigamiDuck
My $.02:
I like your dinner plans. Note that n/naka is by reservation only and price-wise, is considered "splurge-y".
Your lunch picks seem OK, but for weekend brunch I'd swap out Zengo for Scarpetta (again, a bit splurge-y, but Scarpetta is so good). Zengo feels a bit tourist-trappish to me, but the food there is OK. Maybe for more Mexican, you'd like Ricky's Fish tacos (near Childrens Hospital L.A.) for a great (& affordable) Ensenada-style taco experience.
re: OrigamiDuck
Umami Burger (Plan Check?) (Langer's?)"
Langer's hands down!
Thanks again for the advice everyone!
Here is my (final?) itinerary:
Red Medicine
Son of a Gun
Plan Check
Park BBQ
Any final comments?
I'm really excited for the trip, and I'll be sure to report back with my experience!
Also as far as coffee goes, my preference is toward the more third-wave 'hipster boutique' profile roasting style of coffee.
My list:
-Cafe at Proof Bakery (can't recall the name atm).
-Handsome Coffee
Anywhere else worth a visit?
re: OrigamiDuck
I disagree you need to do both Animal and Son of a Gun. I would pick Gjelina for dinner over either of those easily.
re: OrigamiDuck
As for Coni's Seafood, be sure to call ahead to make sure that Sergio is cooking.
re: OrigamiDuck
Agree with both Porthos and J.L. up above.
Ditch Son of a Gun and do Babita for dinner. If you call ahead, Chef Roberto Berrelleza at Babita will tailor a menu for you -- a pseudo tasting menu, if you will. You won't regret it.
re: ipsedixit
Absolutely agree with the Babita re-recommendation.
San Gabriel Blvd. is not that far east of downtown LA, yet his dinners are very special and worth the slight detour.
Too bad about being not quite 21, as Babita has some very good wines from the Guadalupe Valley, east of Ensenada.
Looks like you've got it focused down pretty well. Just some comments on your most recent plan:
People have recommended taking Son of a Gun off the dinner list, which I would agree with. Or at least swap the lunch/dinner with Park's BBQ. I don't think I've ever found myself wanting to eat Korean BBQ for lunch. It's usually such a heavy meal.
I'm surprised people think Plan Check is a destination restaurant. To me, it's more of a, I happen to be in the area, might as well kind of restaurant. Not a, I'm flying in from far away and have a limited # of meals. I would replace it with Langer's, which is not just one of the best sandwiches, but also an LA institution.
As far as coffee goes, you're hitting the right spots. Proof Bakery's coffee counter is manned by someone from Cognoscenti Coffee, which now has its own stand-alone in Culver City, so depending on where you're staying, that is an option as well.
I would also recommend throwing in a taco truck, just because it is an "LA" thing to do. In that vein, I'd throw Gjelina back in the mix as well. They might do the best of what is the trend in LA now (New American small plates).
re: andytseng
Agree with Langer's > Plan Check. Disagree with trucks, taco or otherwise.
Dessert wise, I strongly recommend trying some ethnic ice cream, either Saffron and Rose/Mashti Malone's (Persian) or Mateo's (Mexican.)
Finally, I have to recommend Zam Zam Market for Pakistani. It's the best Indo/Pak food in LA by far. Maybe the U.S....
re: BrewNChow
Ah, thanks for the dessert reccos, will definitely keep those in mind.
re: andytseng
Good point about the BBQ, I haven't had it in a while and I'd forgotten that it is indeed quite heavy. It wasn't really at the top of the list anyway, so I swapped it out for Gjelina.
As far as Langer's goes, what's best to order?
re: OrigamiDuck
...any pastrami on rye. Their most popular is their #19 with swiss cheese and slaw or their #44 is their grilled pastrami Rueben. #8 is pastrami and chopped liver But alas you can never go wrong with just plain pastrami on rye. Langer's closes at 4pm and is closed on Sundays. Free parking one block east. The line usually starts before noon.
re: andytseng
I don't believe it was ever stated that Plan Check was considered a destination restaurant. It was just a suggested alternative to the Umami inquiry in the OP, if they were really looking for a spot to grab a good burger or other similar items...just done better.
Meant to ask if you will have a car or not. Makes a huge difference, as most of these recs have you going all over the basin, from San Gabriel to Venice and back.... Some will say its not very far, but if you are driving cross town in rush hour traffic, time will be ticking away pretty quickly. You will basically have no time for anything BUT driving from one area of the city to the other. Just something you should consider.
re: Dirtywextraolives
Ah, thanks. As far as I know, I will have access to a car, so distance shouldn't be too big an issue.
re: foodiemahoodie
n/naka and Red Medicine are so different from each other that both are warranted. One is modern Japanese kaiseki the other is an unique blend of Vietnamese and International cuisine with carefully applied molecular gastronomy techniques.
It's much more different than Animal vs Son of a Gun both which lean heavily towards unctuous American cuisine. If I understand correctly, Seattle has its fair share of pork fat/meat heavy newcomer restaurants complete with their versions of bacon in desserts.
Alright, super-ultimate revision:
Red Medicine
Langer's/Plan Check (Play by ear).
Also, seeing as I'm pretty close to a Mexican Food virgin (I've eaten tex-mex, plus some of the stereotypical stuff tamales, tacos al pastor, posole, etc.) what should I order at these places?
(Also, is Pastrami pretty much the obligatory order at Langer's?)
re: OrigamiDuck
I am in the minority here, but IMHO, the pastrami nosh sandwich at Plan Check is miles above the #19 at Langers, which is an old, dated Jewish deli, and like most, overpriced for what you get. At least at Plan Check, there's a full bar (which I know, doesn't affect you) it's open all day with a pleasant patio, and the menu is inspiring. And it's in a decent neighborhood with tons of other options all around. Whereas, Langers is in a really dicey area, and probably the reason it closes at 4, unless you lived there, you wouldn't dine there at night. But I do give it respect as being an LA institution, just prefer Phillippe's or other institutions a bit more ;)
At Guisados, their conchinita pibil tacos are delicious, as we're the tinga de pollo & chicharrones ones. They specialize in the slow cooked stews that are hyper flavorful, and they have a number system to let them know how hot you want it. We inadvertently had an "8" for our conchinita pibil tacos, it was delicious, but I couldn't finish mine, my husband thought they were wonderful and still dreams about them. The tortillas are hand made and pressed. You can always order a sampler, and then go back for those you really liked.
re: Dirtywextraolives
Kindly disagree with you about Langer's Deli...
Langers is a recipient of the James Beard Foundation award.
Jeff Mauro, host of Food Network's "Sandwich King." In it, he proclaims his favorite sandwich in the entire world: a Langer's Deli hot pastrami on rye with mustard.
The LA Weekly has named the classic hot pastrami on rye sandwich served by Langer's Delicatessen-Restaurant as #9 on its 100 Favorite Dishes list for 2012.
From LA Food Critic J. Gold "By this point, it is a matter of conventional wisdom: Langer's serves the best pastrami sandwich in America. No matter how many doubting New Yorkers you drag here, no matter how many Chowhound throwdowns between Langer's and Katz's there may be, the results are always the same: The thick, peppery, smoky slices of hand-sliced meat; the thickly cut seeded corn rye; and the dab of yellow mustard as important to the whole as a sushi master's wasabi, make victory inevitable."
and finally....
""The hot pastrami sandwich served at Langer's Delicatessen is the finest hot pastrami sandwich in the world. It's a symphony orchestra, different instruments brought together to play one perfect chord. It is, in short, a work of art."
— Nora Ephron
...and I just had lunch there last Saturday so I rest my case.
re: wienermobile
That's all fine and good, for them. I respectfully disagree with all of them, I don't like the consistency of their pastrami & how it is more like corned beef in texture to me. It is nothing like the pastrami I grew up with, and I've tried it, on multiple occasions and I still don't think it is all that & a bag of chips. But as I said that is my humble opinion, and we are all free to agree or disagree. I'll give you that the bread is delicious, I just don't think it is anything to go out of my way for. And I loved the consistency to PC's pastrami much more. To each his own.
re: Dirtywextraolives
There's nothing that comes even close to Langers in Seattle, regarding deli food.
It's on my list for a Seattleite....especially if it's a Seattleite who wants a 'taste of LA'.
I'm a westsider. While I love alot of restaurants in my neck of the woods it's, to me, a necessity to take out of towners, to places in LA that represent its history.
Great Mexican and Langers would be my top recs.
re: Dirtywextraolives
<Langers is in a really dicey area, and probably the reason it closes at 4, unless you lived there, you wouldn't dine there at night>
Here you go again with the 'area' problem. This is a young person from Seattle. I'm assuming, like me, he's adventurous and willing to drive to get good food. LA, to a Seattleite, is one of the great destinations...plenty to see, experience and remember when you go back home.
Langers is historical and in a historical area....as a woman I'd have NO problem going there to get, in what I consider, a fantastic deli meal....anytime day or night.
Plan Check is good and it's inconsistent and, if I were recommending a great pastrami, I'd steer the person to Langers...in a heartbeat.
re: latindancer
As I stated above, that's all fine & good for you. I agree it is part of LA's history and deserves a rightful place there. Just because something is of historical value, doesn't mean it has good food - I'm thinking of places like Pink's, Original Pantry, Cantor's, Hank's, Phillippe's .... Some have good food, some do not. Some you have to try just to be able to say you did. Langer's is just not where I would send a tourist, mainly for the reason that I wouldn't send someone who's never been here to a place for lunch with junkies shooting up in the alley next door. I wouldn't want them going home with that particular impression of my city, even though its been cleaned up, and the dicey parts tend to move around as some neighborhoods become gentrified. But that's just me.
re: Dirtywextraolives
I have been going to Langer's for many years and have never witnessed anyone shooting up nearby. However, it is good to know there will be one less person in line.
re: Dirtywextraolives
I must live in an alternate universe. I can't visualize an alleyway between the parking lot and Langers.
I've also never encountered long lines there. Just lucky I guess.
re: Jase
There is an alley across the street from Langer's as far as I recall...but really, this argument about "danger" or "unsavory people" is just not something that resonates with me or hounds in general. Langer's is world class pastrami. If you don't try it when presented the chance you will be poorer for the missed experience. And bad things happen in good places as well as bad. It's just the (bad) luck of the draw.
re: Dirtywextraolives
Words fail me.
re: ipsedixit
<a place for lunch with junkies shooting up in the alley next door>
I give up. I will continue to go to Langers and hope the OP considers this wonderful LA landmark. You will never find anything remotely close to it in Seattle, I can assure you. You will leave LA knowing you've possibly had the best pastrami you've ever eaten and your view of LA and all it has to offer has opened your eyes to a great, great city with a rich cultural diversity. I urge you, OP to consider it.
re: latindancer
Um, how come you are replying to me and quoting Dirtywextraolives?
I don't go to Langer's for the junkie scene. Maybe to pick up an extra Green Card, but not for used needles.
re: latindancer
<how come you are replying to me and quoting Dirtywextraolives?>
Many apologies for the mistake. I'm not sure how I did that and sorry to attach your name to the discussion.
re: Dirtywextraolives
The reason I mentioned Langers as historical is because, with your negative assessment of the area, I think it's important to explain to the OP that there is something valuable about the area so they're not thinking twice about going there....you make it sound dangerous and risky and it's not. The food, as many of explained, is worthy of an out of towner's consideration. The OP is looking for places to eat that they can't get Seattle. There is nothing in Seattle that comes remotely close to Langers. There are many restaurants in LA, however, Plan Check being one, that the OP *can* find in Seattle.
re: Dirtywextraolives
I find it interesting that you would find Guisado's area acceptable but not Langer's. I don't think there's much of a difference between the two.
Both are in heavily Mexican oriented business with plenty of families walking around, major foot traffic and very safe in daytime. If one were splitting hairs, Guisado's might be a touch grittier and the closest public parking lot is unattended tucked into a side street and further away. Meanwhile Langer's lot has attendants, a short block away and the entire block is along a major street that has heavy pedestrian traffic.
I haven't seen any junkies or remotely threatening incident in years of going there during daylight. Heck areas of Venice are scarier during the day.
Everyone has their own level of risk assessment, but I'd feel comfortable recommending Langer's area to even white bread South OC people.
re: OrigamiDuck
Also, seeing as I'm pretty close to a Mexican Food virgin (I've eaten tex-mex, plus some of the stereotypical stuff tamales, tacos al pastor, posole, etc.) what should I order at these places?
At Babita, check their online menu, see what tickles your fancy and call and see if they will tailor a pseudo tasting menu for you; otherwise, I'm partial to the Conchita Pibil, Barbaoca and the Salmon Sope.
At Coni you should focus on the ceviches and the grilled whole fish.
I've never been enamored with Guisados.
re: OrigamiDuck
A bit of history in a 2007 review of Babita here on Chowhound by one of our long time regular posters, kevin who had their spiciest dish: http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/385230
re: OrigamiDuck
Doing Animal+Plan Check+Gjelina or any other gastropubby/hipster butcher/farm-to-table ish food in LA is a waste of your food miles/calories as that scene is thoroughly ploughed in Seattle. Tilth/Spring Hill/Smith/Quinn's/Dahlia have been there for ages, and LA hasn't reinvented anything in those genres.
I can understand a person from Portland proclaiming they have great Thai food, but Seattle? Skipping Jitlada/Pailin/Pa-Ord/Darabar is an absolute disservice to the largest Thai population in America
Guisados and Babitas are on opposite ends of the Mexican price spectrum, and if one's hiking out to San Gabriel just for Babitas, then might as well hop off the 60 for 12 minutes and taste 6 minutiae tacos from Guisados. If you're a Mex virgin, beyond actually losing it in Tijuana, minimally hit both Guisado's and some kind of al pastro tacos (Leo's, Tamix, etc.). Chicago is a far better place to do haute Mexican than LA, and if you plan on visiting it this year, skip Babitas all together.
Langer's, much like Zingerman's, is a Tribe approved institution. It's pricey because pastrami is pricey. Plan Check won't be around for another 5 years. Want hooch with a pastrami? Bring scotch in a plastic flask and park yourself at MacArthur Park with said sando. Personally: #10 > #19.
re: OrigamiDuck
Tweaks I'd make.
Tacos Leo
re: raizans
if your ARE going to Langer's and you ARE interersted in Mexican food, I suggest you walk down the block to Mama's Hot Tamale Cafe and pick up a tamale stuffed with Mole Negro. then you can say you are no longer a Mexican virgin.
re: OrigamiDuck
<<is Pastrami pretty much the obligatory order at Langer's>>
Not at all. I find the pastrami itself a little less flavorful than Katz's or Carnegie's, but Langer's sandwiches are still amazing, because of the rye bread. Many NYC born-'n-raised deli lovers I know go with corned beef and brisket over pastrami.
re: Ciao Bob
going to langer's and not ordering pastrami is like going to the varnish and ordering a heineken, or like going to a great mexican joint and ordering the american hamburger basket.
re: Ciao Bob
i have not tried the brisket or corned beef. i don't really see a reason to.
i think it would be rather silly for a first timer to try those instead of pastrami.
i've tried the soup, the liver and some other things at langer's, and, um...no.
the world's greatest pastrami? not sure where that is. i'll tell you this: carnegie sure ain't it. i'm not quite sure if i've had katz's or no.
the old pastrami king, out in kew gardens, was pretty special, if i recall.
re: linus
Wow, linus, that brings back some memories - the old Pastrami King in Queens was, indeed, special - I still burp garlic and pickle from a sandwich I had there in the 80's.
Personally, I prefer medicore pastrami to great brisket or corned beef anyway. I was just pointing out, for those who love the latter (like my Mom) Langer's versions are excellent.
Hey Everyone, just saying thank you for all of the great recommendations, and reporting back on my experience.
Overall it was a fantastic few days, and we enjoyed almost everything!
Here were my impressions:
I ordered the #19, since it seemed like the flagship sandwich. Pretty tasty, I'm not convinced that it was worth the 1-hour bus ride each way though. (I'm not a pastrami connoisseur though, so perhaps I just cant appreciate it to the extent some of you seem to).
I was blown away by this restaurant, definitely some of the best Japanese food I've ever eaten, including the best piece of tuna I've ever eaten in my life (which was surprisingly, not o-toro). Too many courses to name all of them but standouts were the tuna and uni nigiri, a modern style scallop sashimi which included yuzu zest, Parmesan, and truffle. As well as a high-class interpretation of mentaiko spaghetti which was divine. Fantastic, probably my favorite meal of the trip.
Quite nice, and I was pleasantly surprised by the service given the pretentious atmosphere in Abbot Kinney. We actually ended up going twice, once for lunch, and then again for brunch (we ended up staying in Santa Monica near the beach, so it was convenient, and I felt I needed something lighter to offset all of the heavy eating.). For lunch I had a lamb burger with harissa aioli, which was delicious, and tasted very much of lamb (in contrast to many lamb burgers I've eaten in the past), the bun was good, brioche I believe and although some might complain the portion size it small, I actually prefer the size they provided, it was perfect. Dinning partner had a turkey sandwich with prosciutto which they enjoyed. For brunch I had the veggie sandwich, pretty standard and not overly exciting, but it was well executed and I was thankful for the lighter option. DP had the poached eggs and lentils which were nicely done.
This was the only real disappointment for me of the trip. The service was fantastic, the chef can out to greet us and chat, and really went out of his way to make us feel welcome.
I also felt like the chef had good ideas, the menu seemed interesting and he seemed to put a bit of his own spin on things, unfortunately these virtues were betrayed by some execution issues and average-quality ingredients. My starter was the chef's riff on huevos rancheros, which sounded good in theory, he served it in a similar way to a tostada, and the egg was a sunny-side up egg placed on top. But the flavor of the dish overall just fell flat. Not to say it was bad, it just didn't wow me at all.
The same goes for my main, which was Mahi-Mahi served in a Veracruz inspired sauce, served on top of a pork tamale. The sauce was good, but not amazing, and was not anything new to me or overly exciting. The Mahi, while decently fresh was overcooked, as was the tamale which was dried out and pretty bland. Again, not 'bad' per-se, still definitely edible but disappointing. DP Started with the chicken sope which he enjoyed, and had the chef's version of Chiles en nogada for his main. He said it was alright but he liked the app better (I tried some, and found it to be so-so.)
THIS is the mexican food I've been searching for, both of us tried the 6 taco sampler, all of which I found delicious and some of which were new flavors for me. (I was less keen on the chicharon, but it was still tasty). The were all delicious, but one of my favorites was (I think, it was hard to keep track of which was which) the chicken tinga.
Red Medicine:
Overall, liked the food at this place quite a bit. We had the turnips, which were good the kale chips added a nice textural contrast. The Akaushi Beef, which was tender and tasty. The
Turbot and Grains were the standout dishes for me, pan-seared and brushed with squid ink, topped with a charred onion sauce, the fish was perfectly cooked and had some great flavor, my only critique would be that the carrots it was accompanied by were a little too sweet after the addition of the onion sauce. The toasted grains came as a warm-grain salad, but a duck-broth was poured over it and over time it became more like a grain-risotto. Very good flavors, the duck broth was delicious and the hazelnuts added a very interesting dimension.
For desert I had the milk chocolate icecream japanese style, with crunchy black forest cake, buckwheat, cucumber, and a few other elements I cannot readily recall. The dish nailed the textural component, the ice cream was more like a mousse or dense chantily, there were balls of what appeared to be ganache (both buckwheat and chocolate), and it was encased in a cage of crispy cake batter which added crunch. Unfortunately I found the flavor of the ice cream itself to be just 'ok' and the cucumber/vegetal element was done as a sauce poured on the bottom, but it seemed to get lost under everything else. (Also, it wasn't really viscous enough to adhere to the rest of the desert, so it was difficult to get into a bite).
I will say, although I liked the food I think the restaurant's concept is a bit at odds with it's menu. I can definitely understand why people complain about the noise level here, though I didn't mind it too much. The issue though, is this place serves fairly complex foods which require a fair amount of concentration to fully appreciate, but I found the atmosphere detracted from that for me.
(Still and overall good experience though).
This place was good. I know one or two of you cautioned me against it saying that this sort of food is already overdone in Seattle. But as a resident I must beg to differ. Yes, we do have gastro-pub, butcher-to-table style restaurants, but I don't think the palates here are ready for the more 'variety meat' dishes on the menu at Animal. Sure, you can get marrow and chicken liver mousse at plenty of places in Seattle, but I've yet to find head or brains on any non-asian restaurant around here, and others like heart and pig's ear are difficult to find since they generally only exist as specials.
We had the tendon chips with pho-dip. Fantastic and fun dish, which really did remind my of pho, but managed to be interesting none the less. The Tandoori Octopus, this came slightly overcooked, and I couldn't really taste the tandoori spices (though the raita was good, and the flavor was still good, just not tandoori). The poutine (The oxtail gravy was delicious, the other components were just average in my opinion. The Rabbit/Shrimp Spring Rolls with green curry, these were fantastic, great texture and flavor. The pig's head, which I wasn't too impressed with, not because there was anything wring with it but after being breaded and deep-fried the taste was nearly indistinguishable from schnitzel. Finally the veal brain, this was a first for me and I was quit pleasantly surprised, nice flavor and texture, plus a sweet-ish citrus sauce complemented the flavor nicely.
One night we also managed to try Sweet Rose Creamery, which I found interesting. They had some tasty and interesting flavors (such as the Yam w/ Sesame Praline, Quince w/ Machego, and Mint Cholotalte Chip which actually tasted like fresh mint leaves.) That said, the ice cream itself was not nearly as flavorful as others I've tried (my favorite thus far is Salt and Straw in Portland, OR).
In any case, that was my trip which (thanks to you hounds) was indeed a delicious one. Thanks again!
re: OrigamiDuck
Great summation and glad to hear Guisado's and Animal were hits. I really like the food at both and your sampling of our local places puts you into excellent standing as far as the ethos of Chowhounding is concerned. You did the entire community up proud with both the breadth and depth of your hounding while here.
re: OrigamiDuck
Stellar report back.
Good to see you hitting both Red Medicine and n/naka! :)
re: OrigamiDuck
Awesome job! Both the eating and reporting. Thanks for letting us know we helped you out. You hit a lot of great spots and did us proud.
re: foodiemahoodie
i'd recommend checking out the price at melisse before you actually go there in order to avoid shell shock.
re: foodiemahoodie
Melisse isn't really unique to LA. NYC, SF, and Vegas have better versions of that kind of cuisine
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The Perfect Finish: How Do You End a Meal?
For some of us, it's a nice slice of pie. For others, maybe a wedge of cheese or a cup of coffee does the trick. Whatever that "little something" is, our meal doesn't quite feel complete until we've had it! How do you like to finish your dinner?
For my part, I've never been keen on big elaborate desserts, but I do like something sweet! A simple cookie or a scoop of ice cream will usually do it for me.
Traveling in France when I was younger, I also fell in love with the idea of cheese for dessert and found it just as satisfying for an end-of-meal treat as something sweet. Of course, pairing the cheese with a bit of fresh fruit or a spread of jam was an excellent combination as well!
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it should end with something sweet. Sometimes i just have a spoonful of ice cream.
Coffee or tea.
I usually just end it with a few minutes of panting and belly rubbing, lol.
Didn't grow up with dessert, but lately i've needed to end with something sweet, whether it be a walk to a bakery or even a sweet/savory componant to the meal.
I like to round the meal off with something reminiscent of the meal, but pleasing on the breath and appetite. The taste in your mouth should not go foul, as it would if you burped up garlic and calamari through a raspberry truffle.
Ice cream was a constant at my other-wise healthy eating house growing up (thanks Dad!) The classic was vanilla with Hershey's syrup.
I don't always have ice cream (or dessert) after a meal, but finishing a meal with something sweet will always stick with me.
When we have guests over, we always finish with dessert and coffee, if appropriate. When it's just a regular weeknight, I'll usually just have chocolate of some kind -- whether it's a cup of dark chocolate pudding, or just a bite of dark chocolate -- it seems to hit the spot!
sometimes a dark chocolate piece, or two spoonfuls of ice cream is nice.
I push myself away from the table and go for a walk. Anyone with room left for dessert should use the space for nutritious foods and not sweet waistlands.
As my grandmother says, "just a little sumthin' sweet, just a bite." She always keeps a container on the counter with cookies or chocolates, and she has one piece after every meal. I am a product of her influence. :)
My parents were married in 1943 (yes -- a long time ago), and I don't think a meal has ended without him saying something like, "You've done it again! Another great meal. Thank you." I'm trying to keep that enthusiasm alive. For the record -- there is typically a small dish of ice cream, or sometimes fresh berries, for dessert.
As a kid, we usually got a cookie (homemade) or occasionally an ice cream treat.
These days, since fitting into my pants is more important than something sweet, the meal ends without desert. I don't actually miss it. I only serve/eat dessert when it's a special meal, and it's usually appreciated more.
I went out for Korean food for the first time and was surprised to see that at the end of the meal, we received little orange segments and grapes. It was just the right finish.
Usually though, a cup of tea and a snuggle with my husband is how I finish a meal.
I used to finish every meal with a cigarette. Nowadays, I suppose a cup of really nice coffee after dinner, or a glass of wine. Dessert is not my thing, but fruit sounds nice.
Our family liked a small roll or piece of bread smeared with butter. The butter is sweet enough to satisfy a craving and the bread just cleanses the palate. If I had a choice between ice cream or cake or fruit and a roll, I'd choose the roll!
Sweets! Sometimes this can be fruit, or a piece of chocolate, but I prefer cake or cookies! (I don't always get it, but I always want it...) A spoonful of ice cream or marshmallow fluff will do fine in a pinch. Or a sweet drink like soda or sweet tea.
A belch.
Fernet Branca is good if you are stuffed to the gills, but I love an icey lillet with orange slice.
I like to treat myself by watching my husband attempt to tackle the pile of dishes in our tiny apartment kitchen.
Along with a great cup of coffee, regular or decaf depending on my guests, I love to serve crystal goblets of seasonal berries with fresh whipped cream, yum!


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It was said that beneath the ridge a dragon lived, like the one Beowulf fought, smooth-scaled and dreadful. It slept in darkness, guarding its hoard, and only a fool or desperate man would wake it.
Cynewulf and Athelstan dismounted at the edge of the trees and led the horses far enough not to be seen from the road. In silence, Cynewulf lifted down the saddlebags while Athelstan tied the reins to a nearby tree. They continued the rest of the way on foot, as they'd been told, in case the dragon chose to feast on the horses.
They walked into the woods until they reached a clearing. The air was still and too quiet, no rustle of small creatures in the undergrowth or birds singing. There they dug a hole, still not speaking. The dragon would, with luck, be more interested in finding out what they were doing to eat them. Idle chatter would just irritate it.
The ground was hard with the coming winter. Cynewulf wiped sweat from his brow. He felt like they were being watched, as if some giant cat were deciding whether to pounce. From the pinched expression on Athelstan's face he guessed his sword-brother felt the same.
It didn't help that neither of them were armed, or armoured. It felt unnatural, like he was going into battle naked. But the priest, hiding the old beliefs behind the mask of Christianity, had cautioned to take only as many men as were needed, and to go unarmed lest the beast think it was under attack. All their protection was back with the horses.
Behind them the animals snorted and whinnied. Cynewulf and Athelstan exchanged a glance, then Athelstan withdrew to calm them and see off any intruders. Cynewulf peered into the trees, trying to see the dragon hidden there. He could almost feel its amusement radiating across the clearing. There was time yet before it grew bored with them.
He knelt before the hole.
"Great Dragon," he began. His voice cracked and he cleared his throat. Now was not the time to whisper like a child afraid of the dark.
"Great Dragon, we do not come to rob your hoard. We bring this offering, gold and silver from our warriors in the mead-hall, to ask that you grant us your strength. The Mercians are at war with everyone, all their neighbouring kings and the Waelisc in their foreign lands. It is said they fight with the might of dragons, so to hold against them we need the might of dragons ourselves." It occurred to him that here on the Mercian border with Wealas, this dragon itself might be the reason for the Mercians' strength.
Cynewulf put the treasure into the hole. To win a dragon's aid they offered gold and silver stripped from their war-gear: hilt plates, cheek pieces from helmets, decorations of garnets and glasswork. All the men had contributed the best they had. Even the priest had given up his cross and the strip of gold from the front of his Bible.
They'd given up their gold, but the smiths had removed the blades with their rippling patterns like tiny snakes. Rare metals and jewels were treasure to a dragon, but to a man at war a good blade was more use.
"Gold has become scarce since the Lǽdenware went back to their Empire and left their wealth behind. What gold we have is yours, and silver too. All we ask is that you help us defeat our enemies. Rise up in glory and flames, and scorch the earth of those who would take everything, and strip these riches from our war-gear themselves."
The wind shifted and Cynewulf was bathed by a warm breeze that stank of burning villages, all woodsmoke and charred flesh. When it ceased he felt the sweat cool on his brow. There was nothing left to say so he pushed the dirt over the offering, smudging dirt into the whorls of his fingers, and walked back to the horses.
It was only when they reached the road that Athelstan spoke.
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Surprisingly, it isn't bad. Slightly fruity.
One bag from the box I bought makes an entire 2 quart pitcher worth; though I disagree with their directions to brew in the pitcher itself! I brewed it in my brown betty teapot and then transferred the liquid to a pitcher, which I then left to cool a bit, then added some ice to the vessel and finally popped in the refrigerator.
The liquid that forms is an intense red, almost the color of bottled cranberry juice, with a similar yet sweeter scent and flavor.
By itself, this tea can taste tart and bitter, but with some simple syrup, the subtle sweet flavors come out, almost like when the strawberry and caramel syrups get mixed in the same bite of vanilla ice cream in a banana split — though only almost. The taste the follows the last swallow is very addicting; it is smooth, almost vanilla-y, and makes putting up with the first tart burst worth it.
I also tried it, ala Starbucks summer marketing, with some lemonade shaken into the sweetened tea. Perhaps because I threw in only the amount of lemonade mix that would make what was called for had I made lemonade as a separate beverage and mixed the two, but the lemonade seemed to make the tartness more pronounced and obliterated the lovely aftertaste.
I'm still drinking this though, as it makes the horrendous 105°F and climbing days bearable. And unless my palate drastically changes, I'll probably pick it up again next year.


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Facebook buttons top social web integration, Google+ buttons on the rise
It's not a big surprise to know that Facebook Like buttons dominate the social website integration world. Majority of websites now have the option to 'like' a webpage with the Facebook like button. If you look below every one of our posts, you will see that we integrated AddThis scripting which actually allows you to like, tweet and share our posts on the web. We also recently added the Google +1 button.
You would think that since Twitter has been around for a good amount of time now that they would be right behind Facebook with the Tweet button being the second most integrated social button for websites. This isn't the case though. A new report from BrightEdge shows that the Google +1 button is actually used more than the Twitter button. What's amazing about this is that Google+ just launched, so the rise of the +1 button is only going to go up from here, possibly skyrocketing if Google+ takes off as it surely has been already. By this time next year the title to this post could read "Google +1 buttons top social web integration, Facebook falls behind". Ouch.
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Went to Half Price Books for the first time and this is what I walk out with. SCORE!!!! #Trigun #Manga #HalfPricesBooks
Went to Half Price Books for the first time and this is what I walk out with. SCORE!!!! #Trigun #Manga #HalfPricesBooks
A look at some of our props we have made in the past.
Missing: Raichu, Pikachu and Pichu ears; Whitebeard Staff; Wiper Cannon;The Colt from Supernatural (currently in planning stages); Blossom's Yo-Yo, Plague Doctor Mask (Assassin's Creed.), Happy's Egg and Arrietty's Pin Sword.
Two of my buddies awesome craftmanship of making Cosplay Props. The very last photo at the bottom are the Mage Masher Daggers they made for me 2 years ago for my Zidane Tribal Cosplay. :D
Reserved this baby yesterday. And I had put down $40 for it and will get it for $20 for a cheaper price instead of paying the whole $60 when it comes out. So, yeah getting all of the DLC and the free poster. This game is going to be sick.
On a Naruto mood today. So, I'm going to re read this whole series right now. #NarutoUzumaki #Naruto #Manga #books #series #reading
Okay, The First Hokage has a silly side to him and his Reaction about Tsunade being the 5th Hokage epic. But who would've known he taught her how to Gamble anyway lol.
Also him and The 2nd Hokage Reaction to Minato being the 4th Hokage was Priceless since they didn't know who he was anyway since they were long gone before he even became Hokage.
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The Columbus Blue Jackets signed head coach Todd Richards to a two-years contract extension through the 2016-2017 season.
The Blue Jackets announced the move in a press release on Tuesday.
Richards was at the helm as the Blue Jackets finished with a franchise-best 43-32-7 record this season. The Blue Jackets qualified for the playoffs as a wild card team and were defeated in six games in the first round by the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Overall, Richards has a record of 85-70-16 with the Blue Jackets in 171 games as head coach. Richards was named head coach on May 12, 2012 after serving a brief stint as interim coach of the team.
"Todd has done an outstanding job for the Columbus Blue Jackets and we're pleased that he will continue to lead our team," General Manager Jarmo Kekalainen said in a statement. "We believe he is one of the top young coaches in the NHL because of his knowledge of the game, work ethic and ability to communicate well and bring out the best in our players. He's played a significant role in our recent success and we look forward to having him continue to be a big part of our franchise moving forward."
"I'm looking forward to continuing to help this club grow and achieve its ultimate goal of winning a Stanley Cup championship," Richards said in a press release.
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A see-through skeleton detail and silver accents give an almost artisan feel to this refreshingly unique, brushed metal timepiece. The automatic, self-winding design, powered by your arm movement, means no more time spent on battery replacement.
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- 2-hand face with see-through skeleton detail
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Classy Watch I bought this watch during the Black Friday special and got a great deal. I had wanted this watch for awhile and was very pleased when I recieved it. The watch looks great and it was easy to take the links out of it. Despite the fact I have skinny wrists the watch still looked great and NOT overly large like some of the watches you see out there today. I would recommend this watch to anybody who wants expensive looks at a fair price. November 29, 2012
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Great timepiece Tried on every watch at Express before I chose this one. Fits great and looks better. Links are difficult to remove because the band is so wide but other than that not a single complaint. It looks a lot heavier than it actually is, feels very light on the arm. October 11, 2012


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Montana Bill to Give Corporations Right to Vote
Montana Rep. Steve Lavin is taking Mitt Romney's assertion that "Corporations are people" a bit too far. Lavin has proposed legislation that would allow a designated individual of a corporation owning land in a municipality to vote. This is part … Continue reading
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Alameda's city leaders are pressing ahead with efforts to construct a new mid-Island fire station and emergency operations center despite local voters' rejection of a sales tax hike that would have paid for it. Public meetings to discuss the city's goals in constructing the project and residents' concerns and ideas will be held at 6:30 […] [Read More]
Council discusses budget following Measure C failure
Alameda's City Council held a wide-ranging discussion Tuesday night about how – or if – the city could pay for facilities, vehicles and equipment council members had hoped to fund with money from the Measure C sales tax initiative. Mayor Marie Gilmore and Councilwoman Lena Tam said they believe that the tax – which garnered […] [Read More]
Election results and more on our Alameda LiveBlog
Looking for Alameda election results and breaking news? You can find it on our LiveBlog for the June 5, 2012 primary election. We'll keep you updated on tonight's results and more, right when things happen, here on The Alamedan. Stay tuned for the first round of results after the polls close at 8. Federal election […] [Read More]
City budget: "We're going to do less with less"
In what has become an almost perverse annual ritual, Alameda's city leaders discussed how they plan to address a projected $5.1 million deficit in next year's general fund budget and bigger deficits in the years to come. City staffers on Tuesday outlined a series of cuts that included layoffs and plans to close the city's […] [Read More]


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Finally. I have the time to post some photos from Dianne & Jaymar's (#rnw54) wedding! You can check out their TWO-PART feature on Encarnacion Photography's website/blog, here. I was a bridesmaid & the makeup artist this day, and I would be lying if I said it wasn't exhausting, but I loved every minute of every moment starting a 5:30am (SHARP). Dianne & Jaymar, if you're reading this..I can't thank you enough for letting me be a part of this special day of love! I love you both, fam!
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My first experience out of state in the beautiful city of Chicago. I want to thank Bien for giving me the opportunity to travel and do her bridal party's (of 11 ladies) makeup on her big day. Alongside Heather Lim from Chicago, who is super talented with hair. Photo credit goes out to Gabriel Boone Photography of course…Last but not the least, I have to share this amazeballs highlight vid by Henry Wu… click HERE.
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Here they are! Some photos from Anne & Jason's engagement session with Kristen Guldner Photography please see older post for a close-up view of Anne's makeover.
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So, I've always told folks that my dad was such an adventurer back then, and he took us to many places of nature. Muir Woods, being one of those. I was able to re-live my childhood adventures with my dad during this photoshoot with Helen Hosain. I was telling Helen and her assistant/partner Charmaine, that I can now compare my photo from childhood in the tree, and the one I took while on this shoot (thanks, Charmaine!). This was so much fun: trekking through the trails (and off-trail) and even going down a steep "mini cliff" to get to a creek for some good shots. Even though I didn't wear the proper "hiking" attire [chuck taylors, skinny jeans], it didn't matter – I loved being out there, and oh man..I had the chance to try their cafe's grilled cheese & tomato soup (probably one of the highlights of that day..mmm!).
Here's a sneak peek of Helen's "Into the Woods" concept with model Frances Tomei. I love everything about it. Thanks again Helen! I hope to work with you soon — anyway I did leave my jacket, which means I should be seeing you sooner rather than later
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My best friends are getting married, and yes… I am the makeup artist for this beautiful bride-to-be.
Congratulations, Anne and Jason!
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I love how this video was put together. I don't think I'll ever have the patience, and talent that this team has! Watch it HERE.
You can catch me doing work early in the video, but you should just watch the whole thing because it's just THAT good.
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616 N Curson Ave has a Walk Score of 88 out of 100. This location is Very Walkable so most errands can be accomplished on foot.
This location is in the Mid City West neighborhood in Los Angeles. Nearby parks include Rosewood Park, Poinsettia Recreation Center and Poinsettia Playground.
Nearby schools include Whitman Continuation High School, Fairfax Senior High School and Ofman Learning Center.
The closest grocery stores are Pitaway, My Kosher Wine and 3 Amigos Produce.
Nearby coffee shops include Sweet Stop Cafe and Bakery, Starbucks and NEVEUX Artisan Creamery & Espresso Bar. There are 90 restaurants within a 15 minute walk including Snake Pit Alehouse, Johnny Rockets and Maison Richard.
616 N Curson Ave is near Northrop Grumman Headquarters, Otis College of Art and Design and Occidental Petroleum Headquarters.
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We've all heard many, many things about the power of positive thinking.
Some people (myself included) believe that a key part of being successful at anything is visualizing that success. In doing so, you picture the details of that success, which often helps you a great deal in formulating a plan to get there. It also serves in making that success seem much more real. However, I believe that it takes a lot of hard work alongside that visualization to achieve anything of significance.
Others carry it even further, placing those visualizations at the center of success, which is a step beyond what I'm willing to agree with.
In any case, positive thinking and visualization help you achieve the things you want to achieve in life. If you picture what you want to achieve and couple it with a lot of hard work, your chances of achieving that dream go up significantly.
However, the reality is that we don't think positively all of the time. Like it or not, doubt often creeps in.
I can't do this.
It's too hard.
I've been working so long at this and I've barely made any progress.
I'd rather just go do something fun.
Negative thoughts can hit like a sledgehammer. They can smash through all of the positive progress you've made toward a goal and leave it in pieces. Negative thoughts can completely wreck your motivation and make you feel as though the great progress you've made really doesn't add up to much.
Negative thoughts can tear through a budget and undo a project like nothing else.
I've had negative thoughts like these break my progress in many different life areas. Negative thoughts have kept me from exercising. Negative thoughts have convinced me to eat unhealthy (but tasty) foods. Negative thoughts have encouraged me to spend (a lot of) money unnecessarily.
Over the years, I've really only found one antidote to negative thoughts that really works for me. I suppose it's actually a two-pronged approach, but the two ideas are deeply interconnected.
The central piece of the puzzle is that I consciously try to think positive thoughts about my goals all the time. I visualize great outcomes. I tell myself that I can do this. I picture myself enjoying the little pieces of hard work. I go over the benefits of what I'm trying to do. I try to fill my mind with these positive thoughts.
Still, negative thoughts creep in sometimes, and when they do, I flood them with positive thoughts. Because I try so hard to think positively about my goals at other times, it's pretty easy to pull up positive thoughts to counteract the negative ones. I actively think about the progress I've made. I pull up the facts I know that demonstrate my progress. I intensely visualize where I want to be and how good I'll feel.
Of course, this requires me to be on guard against negative thoughts. You have to recognize when you're telling yourself to make poor choices. For me, the best way to counteract this is to have a checklist of the things you're working on and review it several times a day.
I keep mine open on my computer all the time and I look at it regularly. My current list is focused on making progress on my high fantasy novel and getting more exercise.
Because those things are present in my mind thanks to the constant reminders, negative thoughts are quite obvious when they pop up, which makes it easy to flood them with positivity.
This basic idea works for anything you're trying to improve in your life, whether it's your financial state, your health, your personal projects, or whatever else is important to you.
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