How were your Christmas and New Year? I hope you got all the rest and nourishment you needed. My Christmas was spent with my family in London and New Year at Home – just a slow day which was much-needed. January came around soon enough and now we’re all taking our first steps into 2023. …
At the beginning of every year, it’s important to reflect on the past year and spend a little time thinking about what we want from the future, so I’ve made a list of helpful journal prompts for the new year – these will help you set intentions and decide what kind of energy you will …
As I near my 4th anniversary of minimalism, I’ve been reflecting on how much has changed. I find myself walking through my downsized home with pride over the sanctuary I’ve created after parting ways with an abundance of excessive stuff. Now, the majority of the things I own are the things I LOVE, USE and …
This year is drawing to a close and so now is the perfect time to reflect, review, celebrate and get clear on what you want to make happen in the coming year! Get your planner/notebook out, pour yourself a drink and take yourself off somewhere quiet and peaceful. Light a candle, put some relaxing music on …
Our home is our sanctuary, a place of safety and security. It’s where we retreat for rest and relaxation, and this is all the more important than during the long, dark days of winter. The need to hunker down as the days get darker and temperatures drop is inevitable. Humans have long associated feelings of …
Create a Personal Mission Statement If done well, a personal mission statement will provide you with clear boundaries for all of your goals, plans and priorities. Every goal you develop should support your mission statement. Create a ‘Must Do in Life’ List Create a list of all the things you want to do, be, and experience before …
With the festive party season in full swing, investing in me-time is more important than ever to protect mental health and overall well-being. The weeks leading up to Christmas and New Year can become a whirlwind of planning, preparation and partying, however, slowing down and reconnecting is vital for both mental and physical well-being during …
It’s all too easy to let Christmas pass you by without truly enjoying and appreciating its magic. Everything leads up to that one special day, and then, within the blink of an eye, it’s gone, vanishing until the next year. All the stressing over shopping, card sending, cooking and what to wear for the Christmas …
How’s your Christmas prep going? So far, I’ve had those difficult chats with family where I reiterate that I’m keeping things simple and my budget low. They’re pretty used to how I do things now but I still like to set expectations. It’s taken me years to find my version of Christmas – It’s inspired …
Winter is for resting, nourishing, and introspection. It’s short, dark days spent cosying up, focused inwards on home. A time for nesting, resting, nourishing, restoring, gathering with friends around the fire, and preparing yourself for the new year ahead. Winter Journaling Prompts: Next, you are now about to create a vision for your life for …
