A few years ago when we were on sabbatical in Melbourne, Australia we adopted the often heard Australian phrase “just give it a go,” as our motto. It helped us be freer to try new foods, tackle new experiences and live with more of an open mind to experiencing things to which we weren't accustomed. We returned to California inspired to continue this way of life. Five years later, I hadn’t realized how much we had settled back into our old patterns and beliefs about ourselves until I started binge watching The Great British Baking Show this week and there was that phrase again often uttered by the contestants when faced with a challenge, “Guess I’ll just give it a go.” Read More