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 …
In today’s world of fashion, where new trends come and go, the allure of minimalism stays, and it is strong and timeless. Know that embracing minimalism isn’t about the design style. Instead, it’s about embracing simplicity, functionality, and purpose. When it comes to fashion, embracing a minimalist approach can transform not only your wardrobe but …
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Wabi Sabi, a perspective rooted in traditional Japanese aesthetics, emerges as a gentle reminder to embrace imperfection and transience. While it holds a visual kinship with minimalism, wabi-sabi encompasses a depth that transcends mere appearances. This profound philosophy finds its essence in the combination of two elusive words: “wabi” and “sabi.” Wabi embodies simplicity, humility, …
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Savour the everyday moments of joy that you normally overlook – the smell of food as it cooks, the sound of rain on the window, the seasonal changes, and the warmth of your morning cup of tea. By slowing down, shutting out the noise of the outside world – rather than being on a relentless …
This a gentle reminder to reset, be intentional, connect to self & notice how you are. Take a moment today to: A little self-awareness enables a deeper feeling of connection to self & others. It also helps the slowing down of days disappearing on us as we step into acknowledging the time we have & …
A simple life doesn’t just happen. You need to work on simplifying your life to live simply. Life tends to get easily complicated if you don’t take care of your physical, mental, emotional, and financial issues, and don’t try to manage them well by keeping things simple. “To realise the soothing power of a simple …
Welcome to 2023’s first episode of Live a Well-Designed Life. Today’s episode is all about slowing down in January – it’s time to reset, create space & time to reconnect to your inner-self and mindfully set new intentions. Feel free to sign up to my Sunday Morning Letters
Minimalism has become a trendy lifestyle option in the last decade, but minimalism isn’t just about stark, Scandi-style decor. At its core, embracing a more minimalist lifestyle is an inward journey whose benefits are much more profound than just a tidy home. The journey might start with clearing the clutter but it usually continues with …
Stop and celebrate your little victories, however small and trivial they may seem. When we go through life only celebrating the big moments, the graduations, engagements, birthdays, and new jobs, we find ourselves chasing the next big thing. Only happy for a temporary time, before we’re onto the next goal with stars in our eyes. …
It’s human to experience the ebb and flow of life. We move through seasons of transition and uncertainty; we tilt between self-confidence and self-doubt; we experience shifting levels of energy or productivity and changes in what we need or want. We witness death and new life. Life is messy. And beautiful. Living awake and seasonally allows …
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