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The World Is Changing—So Should the Way We Think About Our Kitchen
The world is changing — and so must we.
For the past two years, My Mindful Kitchen has been a gentle voice in the noise: reflective, nurturing, rooted in mindfulness and gratitude. We’ve invited people to slow down, savor food, and teach children respect for the table. That work matters. It still does.
But the kitchen is not separate from the world. It’s where climate change shows up in rising grocery prices and shrinking harvests. It’s where policy decisions echo in em
Janet Irizarry
Oct 302 min read


The MMK Method: When Dinner Becomes More Than Just a Daily Routine
I’ve spent years watching how food shapes families—and how small shifts in the kitchen can ripple outward into something much bigger.
That’s why I created the My Mindful Kitchen (MMK) Method: to help families treat food with care. Because every meal is more than a routine—it’s a chance to bond, teach values, reduce waste, and build a better future.
Janet Irizarry
Sep 232 min read


Talking to Our Kids About Climate Change (and Why the Kitchen Is the Best Place to Start)
A new UNICEF and Capgemini study reveals something every parent should know: our kids are worried about climate change. Nearly 7 out of...
Janet Irizarry
Aug 252 min read


Path to Purpose: The Spiritual Connection of the MMK Method
In today's busy world, filled with information overload, rising costs, and environmental concerns, many of us find ourselves asking: What is our purpose? How can we find meaning in the chaos?
Janet Irizarry
Aug 72 min read
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