Cooking Might Be The Most Important Life Skill

Dining out or ordering in is so convenient we often forget to take the time to cook.

Jordan Mendiola
Long-Term Perspective

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Photo by Jason Briscoe on Unsplash

Have you noticed your habits change ever since the Pandemic started? Maybe you’re going out less and ordering with GrubHub or Uber Eats more?

Sounds about right. That’s because it’s super convenient! But you know what else is even more convenient? Knowing how to cook.

I’m not an expert chef by any means, but lately, I’ve been spending more time in the kitchen making new dishes that are far out of my comfort zone.

It brings me joy to eat food that I made. It also makes me very happy to see my family eat food that I prepare too.

Whether you’re living on your own or with your family, cooking is a top-tier skill that will last you a lifetime. Let’s dive right in.

Your Food Carries More Meaning

We go to Chick-Fil-A (except on Sundays), stop by McDonald's, or order some Domino’s Pizza from time to time, but the food is just food. It doesn’t hold a special place in our hearts the same way a nice home-cooked meal would.

Think about when you were younger, and your elders cooked meals for you. It was always reassuring to know that you not…

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Jordan Mendiola
Long-Term Perspective

I started writing during the pandemic, took a short break. But have returned for more. Quality over quantity this second time around. Thanks for being here!