tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-50750218656521211732024-03-13T03:03:44.734-07:00a cozy capsule.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-50570936822631706842022-01-10T23:56:00.000-08:002022-01-10T23:56:53.639-08:00Things I am bringing in 2022<p></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span>New Year, New Me… not exactly but I’m continuing to make a massive effort with my health, mental health and trying to live my best life.</span><span> </span><span class="s2"></span></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s2"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p3" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;">In December I had a lot of incredibly difficult challenges in my life. Looking back it was very hard and we are still going through a lot of stuff but I truly feel as if my efforts with bettering my mental health have helped me. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s2"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p3" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;">Here are some personal wins from last year:</span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s2"></span><br /></span></p><ul class="ul1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><li class="li3" style="font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;">bettered my relationship with food, still have miles to go but I don’t constantly think about food and binge anymore </span></li><li class="li3" style="font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;">plucked up the courage to have big conversation with my manager about my MH and where my job was going </span></li><li class="li3" style="font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;">my family really came together through some bad times and I got to spend some time with them</span></li></ul><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s2"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p3" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;">For Christmas, I received a journal from my mum. I’ve been committed to doing my journal for a couple of days now. It starts with a section of the why behind the journal which I love because this is movitated me to want to try to journal, to hopefully reap the benefits. Some of things for the daily spread include gratitude lists, daily goals for exercise, nutrition, meditation and more. This is keeping me accountable as I feel so much better when I complete all my goals. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s2"></span><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhp6XhWaBB5RaU5lPyAxFgq-2ulYPyqkNUoXRz5wcgYVoFZrH5zfe_cDtT-Sa6Z3ErPCwU5totoLq199jmNasu_COVVkGwrcY1l4q3XN-NaZQvUCfsHdurfvmeWBe5xr1wIlc7UTsdIPBsKPjPE4_cJVkAfjk8dkRQi1nLCmZBT17uuGwXKzRt2HNCH6Q=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhp6XhWaBB5RaU5lPyAxFgq-2ulYPyqkNUoXRz5wcgYVoFZrH5zfe_cDtT-Sa6Z3ErPCwU5totoLq199jmNasu_COVVkGwrcY1l4q3XN-NaZQvUCfsHdurfvmeWBe5xr1wIlc7UTsdIPBsKPjPE4_cJVkAfjk8dkRQi1nLCmZBT17uuGwXKzRt2HNCH6Q=s320" width="240" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p class="p3" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;">From this, here are a few things I have found which have made me feel good:</span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s2"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p3" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;">Finding a workout that makes you feel good, mine is Pilates and Running. They’ve been on the back burner when I was ill over Christmas but I have received picked back up with pilates and I just feel so good after doing it.</span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s2"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p3" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;">Drinking lots of water, no words, just makes you feel more energetic and better.</span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s2"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p3" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;">Eating your greens. Make it fun, I made a delicious kale salad with butternut squash and halloumi recently and it was amazing.</span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s2"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p3" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;">Meditation - get your zen on sis! </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s2"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p3" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;">Dress to feel good everyday. Honestly this makes such a difference to my confidence when my hair, makeup and nails are done aswell. </span></p><p class="p3" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p class="p3" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;">This year I have also decided that everyday I will write something positive about my day and date it so at the end of the year, I will have a whole notes page of positive memories! </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s2"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p3" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;">Hope this blog post helps you with some basic ideas to get you ready in the new year. </span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-88641740011483269262021-12-28T12:13:00.000-08:002021-12-28T12:13:39.478-08:00Skincare Saviours: Rating Creamy Cleansers <div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px;">Skincare Savours - Naturally Radiant Vs Liz Earle</span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px;"> <br /></span><span class="s1">If you’ve read a few of my blog posts you will know I absolutely love a creamy hot cloth cleanser around the colder months. Not only does it is make my routine more luxurious but it keeps from parts of face getting dry and evens my complexion out. Recently I was looking for a cheap alternative to my trusty Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish and found the Superdrug Natural Radiant brightening Hot Cloth cleansers which was virtually a quarter of the price as it was on sale. </span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s1"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhM5LNEvoY9aKryHo67nGmHpbVU7YbMSFD5nkANb9rSaE8L32neuYTF9rgD4rV1H4ZXdLdLkiiWnZotvFB1yct2cOd8kyZ6UbZWP10GTLaBAXgUYa9FpjD_WYA75JrHil1uWNRsFBrza0yYn9kIacnk7YphsERkZ3BwqGxQJv7zL0F1fEP2QYND-1Gu1w=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhM5LNEvoY9aKryHo67nGmHpbVU7YbMSFD5nkANb9rSaE8L32neuYTF9rgD4rV1H4ZXdLdLkiiWnZotvFB1yct2cOd8kyZ6UbZWP10GTLaBAXgUYa9FpjD_WYA75JrHil1uWNRsFBrza0yYn9kIacnk7YphsERkZ3BwqGxQJv7zL0F1fEP2QYND-1Gu1w=s320" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s1">Recently it was my birthday and I got gifted my fave Liz and Earle Cleanse and Polish so I thought it was a perfect opportunity to review them both.</span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><span class="s1">Naturally Radiant brightening Hot cloth cleanser </span><br /><span class="s1">Consistency: creamy 10/10</span><br /><span class="s1">Scent: I would describe it as powder fresh </span><br /><span class="s1">Makeup Removal - 7/10 - would need a double cleanser for waterproof mascara. </span><br /><span class="s1">Does the exact same trick as the Liz Earle cleanse and polish. It lightly exfoliates and leaves a beautiful glow on the skin. The only thing I would say about this cleanser is that it leaves your skin feeling abit tight. </span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><span class="s1">Liz Earle cleanse and polish </span><br /><span class="s1">Consistency: 10/10 creamy af </span><br /><span class="s1">Scent: Herbal/Spa </span><br /><span class="s1">Make up removal: 8/10 again, double cleanse recommended. </span><br /><span class="s1">One of my fave cleansers, cannot fault the product, I enjoy it being in my morning and evening routine everyday. I would recommend this product to anyone. </span></span></div><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s1"></span></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s1"></span></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s1"></span></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s1"></span></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="s1"></span></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 22px;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: UICTFontTextStyleBody;"></span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-16926142705690263692021-12-11T09:25:00.000-08:002021-12-11T09:25:00.414-08:00Cosy Gift Guide <p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 17px;"><br /></span></p><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Looking for some </span>Christmas<span style="font-family: inherit;"> present </span>Inspiration, think no more... I have plugged together a list of a few things that are on my Christmas list this year and a gift guide that's very on brand...</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhfgba9DlyhmkHi18oNgPEyBaozOVJUGV8aumq3806ECPN3gjJuOwqI0z-Yki-iBBWT09nEYlt6d9CeLnJ7j9LSDzrX-tMWMBmUoDwigjqavoEGV4iHw4Q-4fwdLMqMxi_b9GXm57urlHR46E59tBJ1vNyaS2kFeTYBQo3zZgW0xyMqhZbTgiwNA7n_KQ=s1920" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="1080" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhfgba9DlyhmkHi18oNgPEyBaozOVJUGV8aumq3806ECPN3gjJuOwqI0z-Yki-iBBWT09nEYlt6d9CeLnJ7j9LSDzrX-tMWMBmUoDwigjqavoEGV4iHw4Q-4fwdLMqMxi_b9GXm57urlHR46E59tBJ1vNyaS2kFeTYBQo3zZgW0xyMqhZbTgiwNA7n_KQ=w360-h640" width="360" /></a></div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>DIY Suggestions</b> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you </span>don't<span style="font-family: inherit;"> want to break the bank but want a cute gift for a </span>friend/family member, why not try and make a DIY set and get creative. Here are couple of ideas below. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Hot Choc Set in a nice mug! (Add Hot Choc bombs, marshmallows and fluffy socks) </span></span></div><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">DIY cake in a jar (You can buy these) but DIY, add all the dry </span>ingredients to their fave bake, into a cute recycled jar and pop a nice tag to explain the rest! </div></span><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Cosy Night in Box - Add Fluffy Socks, Mug and Hot Choc B&M, Bubble bath, Candle (TkMaxx) and a good book/game/TV suggestions. Maybe for someone who loves a good cosy night in. Especially as January is just around the corner...</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Perfect Cosy Gifts</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href=" https://www.amazon.co.uk/Little-Book-Hygge-Danish-Penguin/dp/0241283914/ref=asc_df_0241283914/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=310972644448&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=545222967851398275&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1007239&hvtargid=pla-454000868372&psc=1&th=1&psc=1 " style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">Little book of Hygge</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> - £8.36 </span></span></div><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Five-Minute-Journal-Happier-Minutes/dp/0991846206/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?adgrpid=113262390221&gclid=CjwKCAiAnO2MBhApEiwA8q0HYS5NbEbe4QnFvi8JbF7xELdGAm7s6Gzwst7CNS6noZHzT9t8fInp3RoC8nYQAvD_BwE&hvadid=492021812586&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=9045931&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=4797877950617996801&hvtargid=kwd-323996007105&hydadcr=20101_1779364&keywords=5-minute+journal&qid=1637608654&sr=8-3 " style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">5 minute journal</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> - £30</span></div></span><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.bouxavenue.com/zara-x-boux-avenue/borg-cross-band-slider-slippers/609710_90OM.html?pid=609710&dwvar_609710_color=90OM&dwvar_609710_size=5-6&glCountry=GB&glCurrency=GBP&gclid=CjwKCAiAnO2MBhApEiwA8q0HYV8oPnS2N9QTyIV4vauaK9sJe-v7NhJ9U1em5mMPQnCz7TfxjKnn3xoCE-IQAvD_BwE#fo_c=2605&fo_k=f1181d5ff7c2a3c5a0d233a0bfa0bd91&fo_s=gplauk" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">Slippers</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> - £16</span></div></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.asos.com/asos-design/asos-design-supersoft-scarf-with-tassels-in-dusty-pink/prd/23836697?ctaref=we+recommend+carousel_0&featureref1=we+recommend+pers" style="font-family: inherit;">Scarf</a> - £12 </div></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.urbanoutfitters.com/en-gb/shop/huggable-heart-handwarmer?category=gifts-all&color=000&type=REGULAR&size=ONE%20SIZE&quantity=1" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">Hand warmer</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">£9</span></div></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;"><a href=" https://www.amazon.co.uk/Curtain-Waterproof-Control-Adjustable-Brightness/dp/B08FHS4GM5/ref=mp_s_a_1_12?keywords=fairy+lights+for+bedroom&pd_rd_r=5ec735a9-b84f-4eeb-82e9-f7a9da6d9af6&pd_rd_w=ZaiYc&pd_rd_wg=jqaaK&pf_rd_p=7651c268-32cc-44fd-b40e-e92ca52cc2d9&pf_rd_r=MXS6TPKVP620CJB9F3PB&qid=1637608156&sr=8-12" target="_blank">Fairy lights</a> - </span>£9.34</div></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www2.next.co.uk/g798126s14/206908#206908" target="_blank">Festive spice</a> - </span>£16</div></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="s2" style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="https://www2.next.co.uk/style/st756694/852952#852952" target="_blank">Windowsill/mantle piece accessory</a> - </span>£22</div></span></div><p class="p3" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p class="p3" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-69658983666592640792021-12-07T05:26:00.000-08:002021-12-11T09:17:31.894-08:005 steps to make your mornings better! <p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;">A m</span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px;">orning routine should be unique to you. It took me ages to find a routine that worked for me and set me up for the day. Like anything I feel like it works because I just listen to my body and do what feels right.</span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px;"> These are a few things I’ve implemented which have made my mornings, just that little bit better. </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1"><b>Movement </b>(be it yoga, a run or pilates video) </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">I finish and get home from work very late so the only time I can fit working out is really only in the morning. Depending on how I’m feeling I will usually try and do a run/cycle or some sort of pilates video for the first 30 mins. This is because I find exercise as way to optimise my mood and usually get rid of any tension. If I’m stressed or anxious, running is my go to, to get rid of the adrenaline. If I have high energy, I might cycle and if I’m feeling low energy I can do a pilates workout of YouTube. I usually just listen to my body when I wake up and do what feels best. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1"><b>A Hot Shower </b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">I don’t know what is it about hot showers but they make me feel so good and relaxed. If I’ve just ran, probably a no go but usually a warm shower just makes me feel refreshed and clean. I never used to be a shower in the morning, kind of girl but now I’m a convert. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1"><b>Get ready in my dressing gown and light a candle</b> </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">2 simple things but I feel like it makes my routine a lot more glamorous. Genuinely makes me feel all luxurious when I’m doing my skincare and makeup. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1"><b>Products that make this routine</b></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1"><b><br /></b></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">New Creamy Cleanser. I don’t know why a creamy cleanser makes a routine feel so luxurious and calming but I very much enjoy it. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">Vanilla Pumpkin Bodywash - BodyShop. This shower gel smells incredible and stays on your skin. It foams into a loofa and feels so good on your body. I always think it’s super special when I use it. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">Face</span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">Breakdown of the Daily Makeup for Work:</span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">Concealer - Lasting Perfection</span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">NARS Sheer Glow</span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">Powder fit me by Maybelline, </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">eyebrow powder Benefit + Brow line brush - Zoeva</span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">Better than sex mascara. </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1"><br /></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span class="s1"></span>(makeup reel on my Instagram) </p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh58QmcYH62jigd1mjCdiz7HZdZ0N3UmLRUOdl23E7OsK6Z36e0FmlBBVqUH39S7u0ON-LgbFpAKnVaSRv9hrh86b_vl8oXaO20hjOWCbZKj_txF-nN-GXdA2hr4iDSkhpMsY9zZyP_pekLzDHI2Ld3g1Z-U0Rrz4wrcCw-OOfqLKPYo8vREF4uq6Nebg=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh58QmcYH62jigd1mjCdiz7HZdZ0N3UmLRUOdl23E7OsK6Z36e0FmlBBVqUH39S7u0ON-LgbFpAKnVaSRv9hrh86b_vl8oXaO20hjOWCbZKj_txF-nN-GXdA2hr4iDSkhpMsY9zZyP_pekLzDHI2Ld3g1Z-U0Rrz4wrcCw-OOfqLKPYo8vREF4uq6Nebg=s320" width="240" /></a></div><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1"><b>Hot Coffee + good podcast/playlist on my way</b> </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">Usually towards the end of the week a coffee is needed as soon as I get out the door. To my fellow coffee drinkers, you know how good the first sip is… </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">I also love the use my commute to write blog posts and create reels for Instagram (@cozycapsule_) or listen a good podcast/playlist to get me in the mood. </span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-102830725733598822021-12-02T00:02:00.000-08:002021-12-11T09:17:39.461-08:0015 Things to do this December December is my fave month of the year and it literally makes me so happy to finally be amongst all the Christmas cheer and happy faces as we come to end of another crazy year. Not only is December filled with lots of festive activities but my birthday is at the start which was makes it all so much better. Here are 15 things to do to make the most out of this glorious month.... <div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi9UDOKi2C01-lXEXzvVKutpcC6vQzY07SEqhBVK8krUl9OZ2QKztKgQpRcz1yhEqWlSYqzkGXdvHB1KVtjLXFtDBFu1xtrdK3ZFBWJgctEE6EUTcYNZSLwPOf7N3I9SoPnWWoYwWzlLgkZ1BwXo-eQDV3D_xy28ICzzceJ08VLxDsyYlkDYKlv2AEH4g=s1080" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi9UDOKi2C01-lXEXzvVKutpcC6vQzY07SEqhBVK8krUl9OZ2QKztKgQpRcz1yhEqWlSYqzkGXdvHB1KVtjLXFtDBFu1xtrdK3ZFBWJgctEE6EUTcYNZSLwPOf7N3I9SoPnWWoYwWzlLgkZ1BwXo-eQDV3D_xy28ICzzceJ08VLxDsyYlkDYKlv2AEH4g=w400-h400" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Go visit your local city (mine is London) and look at all the Christmas lights</div><div><br /></div><div>Watch all your favourite Christmas movies with yummy hot chocs. </div><div><br /></div><div>Enjoy having a delicious chocolate every day to feed your inner child. </div><div><br /></div><div>Get drunk and have a good laugh with your colleagues at your Christmas work parties.</div><div><br /></div><div>Go to Winter Wonderland and visit all the Christmas markets</div><div><br /></div><div>Enjoy family fun when putting up your Christmas Tree</div><div><br /></div><div>Wrap up warm and go and visit some fun, festive light shows. </div><div><br /></div><div>Enjoy gallons of mulled wine, pigs in blankets, mince pies and hot chestnuts. </div><div><br /></div><div>Attempt to make yummy Christmas cookies for loved ones and Santa, of course!</div><div><br /></div><div>Stick on the festive tunes and drive round looking at all the wonderfully bright festive houses. </div><div><br /></div><div>Wrap up all your presents for loved ones whilst watching a Christmas movie</div><div><br /></div><div>Visit a Drive Thru Cinema and enjoy some festive snacks along with it</div><div><br /></div><div>Eat loads of cosy roast dinners and embrace your food baby. </div><div><br /></div><div>Cozy up in your reading nook and get in a magical Christmas novel. </div><div><br /></div><div>Enjoy all the festive menus at your local Cafes. </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-68900449667120054022021-11-29T22:56:00.000-08:002021-12-11T09:19:22.039-08:00Zara Wish List <p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">I have been absolutely loving Zara recently and with my birthday around the corner (hint, hint, friends and family) I have curated a little wish list of the items I am gawking over this season. </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjXy3ZaZ8pSCMcSS9vCTlEBqGkpzt7esJzv7x-j5rh06ISn9pWNa0QRdf1cTyec6rBxMg7rANZWzwB_k1TAnRTG52hEvjcDe0E3T9K5WSVyC_l2JPli9twOtVBORwGNkMd_TRYOdczJnlP_CsThGcVKkg9cBCyF4RwMWcJq72dJBnGh2VyQrTOhTs38sw=s2245" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2245" data-original-width="1587" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjXy3ZaZ8pSCMcSS9vCTlEBqGkpzt7esJzv7x-j5rh06ISn9pWNa0QRdf1cTyec6rBxMg7rANZWzwB_k1TAnRTG52hEvjcDe0E3T9K5WSVyC_l2JPli9twOtVBORwGNkMd_TRYOdczJnlP_CsThGcVKkg9cBCyF4RwMWcJq72dJBnGh2VyQrTOhTs38sw=s320" width="226" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1"><span><span><a href="https://www.zara.com/uk/en/faux-leather-françoise-full-length-trousers-p04369252.html?v1=141539089&v2=1884109%20" target="_blank"><b>Leather Trousers</b></a></span><span style="color: #666666;"> </span></span>- £29.99</span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;">These trousers I already brought them in khaki (was a bit impatient for this one) and am obsessed. I recently uploaded an IG reel with a try on of these. They hug in all the right places, except being a bit long as I’m small and curvy. </p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">I love them so much, I’m asking for them in black.</span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1"><span style="color: black;"><b><span><a href="https://www.zara.com/uk/en/faux-leather-trousers-p08751967.html?v1=141538593" target="_blank">Straight Leg Leather trousers</a></span> </b>- £29.99</span></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">However, I found these lower rise black trousers which are more of a straight skinny fit. This is also super flattering and I love how these are a bit shorter on the leg. In the try on clips in the reel, I wore an XS but it was an absolute squeeze, so I would wear a small. </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGINdjaLeu1GD7Zajl8fPShvH2jin2_DREG1U6Etgy_4Rmb0KILhbuFDnAemqEJocJJGHzz_AjV4I6t7veMFm9KepXpzabwvXBr0vLxDq_U5wTq4SscycL_x94SaC-BxN6thPn4iaFIX8rASqaJNEF7ynnm5ihePxXofUXMH7xSEUq-Z6kc2Ctq8NG7w=s2245" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2245" data-original-width="1587" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGINdjaLeu1GD7Zajl8fPShvH2jin2_DREG1U6Etgy_4Rmb0KILhbuFDnAemqEJocJJGHzz_AjV4I6t7veMFm9KepXpzabwvXBr0vLxDq_U5wTq4SscycL_x94SaC-BxN6thPn4iaFIX8rASqaJNEF7ynnm5ihePxXofUXMH7xSEUq-Z6kc2Ctq8NG7w=w283-h400" width="283" /></a></div><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: center;"><br /></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: center;"><span><span style="color: black;"><span><a href="https://www.zara.com/uk/en/seamless-top-p01014365.html?v1=132866269 " target="_blank"><b>Seamless Top</b></a></span> </span>- £14.99</span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">Cannot go wrong with the Zara basics. For the price, the quality is unmatched. I have been loving the brown seamless top but I did size up to a medium to allow for a long crop. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: center;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;"><span><a href="https://www.zara.com/uk/en/halter-neck-bodysuit-p05039371.html?v1=109007351&v2=188294" target="_blank"><b>Halter Neck Body Suit</b></a></span> </span>- £14.99</span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: center;"><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">The bodysuits are great and I love the neckline on these. I think they are really flattering and it’s a touch that I can go bra less with a lot of coverage and support. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGXulZqWD0zWLrfW9yrK2NJkMgodJKt5ieji0bAhNFPARDVH7mz5_kVipnEkF4HYktgTl7bU4_uv4rVTUm0MRXAR440euHgncad-ATILQQAeVEA__Om1aQ8k2QjvGWtHDFz7fgTIuyvCCv0RoWD6_KZvC_hs5Rg0JXCVZdYCH0tQ2IBl9Lt-kCcIMetg=s2245" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2245" data-original-width="1587" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGXulZqWD0zWLrfW9yrK2NJkMgodJKt5ieji0bAhNFPARDVH7mz5_kVipnEkF4HYktgTl7bU4_uv4rVTUm0MRXAR440euHgncad-ATILQQAeVEA__Om1aQ8k2QjvGWtHDFz7fgTIuyvCCv0RoWD6_KZvC_hs5Rg0JXCVZdYCH0tQ2IBl9Lt-kCcIMetg=w283-h400" width="283" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span><span><a href="https://www.zara.com/uk/en/wool-blend-fitted-coat-p09165744.html?v1=145189632" target="_blank"><b>Long Coat</b></a></span> - £199</span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;">I have been looking for a winter coat for ages now and I love this one from Zara. Although it kinda reminds me of solider coats for some reason, it looks very sophisticated on.</span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"> </span> </p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: black;"><a href="https://www.zara.com/uk/en/city-bag-with-straps-p16480710.html?v1=109014502" target="_blank"><b>City bag</b></a></span> - £19.99</span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: center;"><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">I’ve been looking for a new work bag. I feel like this encapsulates chic and sophisticated and “I have my shit together” all in one bag. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><div><span class="s1"><br /></span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-42113724554097757162021-11-20T01:49:00.004-08:002021-12-11T09:19:10.184-08:003 body-posi activities to do - to start your body posi/neutral journey<p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">If you follow me on IG you’ll know I’m reading “Just Eat It”, I felt inspired by the book to create 3 activities to do that can help with body neutrality/positivity and just make you feel better about yourself which we all need from time to time. </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"><b>Have a good old wardrobe and bathroom product clear out</b> </span></p><ul class="ul1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-size: 17.41px; text-align: center;">let’s throw away all the clothes that don’t feel comfortable (i have done a whole post - </span><a href="https://www.acozycapsule.com/2020/04/how-to-de-clutter-and-some-tips-to.html?m=1" style="font-size: 17.41px; text-align: center;"><span style="color: black;">here</span></a><span style="font-size: 17.41px; text-align: center;">) </span></li><li class="li1" style="font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s2" style="font-size: 12px;"></span><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">let’s rediscover all our old pamper products to give our bodies a good moisturise and massage</span></li></ul><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjSAAHRSu11auUhHJxDySt6hy6HaldsdXlKsZFX0aD5MMh9MBJLl6lrJRXbiqJlczogWaFTaLq2-IGXRBEQTQ_iarBc30DTKIr3dxgwKCufqSoN3c6oUetWRU_3p2-EUF-ujCDEBdmHmXk2GOXsaNQ9B2h7Dtvu1GhLwIPURDf6gmS0ZeSjU4jvWs9qwQ=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjSAAHRSu11auUhHJxDySt6hy6HaldsdXlKsZFX0aD5MMh9MBJLl6lrJRXbiqJlczogWaFTaLq2-IGXRBEQTQ_iarBc30DTKIr3dxgwKCufqSoN3c6oUetWRU_3p2-EUF-ujCDEBdmHmXk2GOXsaNQ9B2h7Dtvu1GhLwIPURDf6gmS0ZeSjU4jvWs9qwQ=s320" width="240" /></a></div><b style="font-size: 17.40999984741211px;"><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Write a letter to yourself and body</b><span> </span></div></b></div><div style="text-align: right;"><span style="font-size: 17.41px;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 17.41px;">Write a letter for everything you are genuinely thankful your body does. It could be anything from breathing, laughing to digesting your pizza you ate for dinner. Our bodies do a lot for us, this will help change your mindset from aesthetic to appreciation. I also wrote a list of things I loved, this could be the fact you like drinking tea or you love exploring. Away from your body, this will remind you that there is more to life that how your legs look. Plus gives you abit of inspiration when your in a funk</span></div></span></div><div><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjt9oYibO-i6DEeOtrWP2GFN6r_MAUlnXGkZJRXu0aWSDZPR6HVtfkB2xx2f3rnLv7P2mLFYodLCEQS2Tigq-ZH4x3jy0kHc0Noo0YLvUnuOVh7cTAr4lki0csYTBEuHDp39EbftI7lUkQjU1HsMS5IBfv2wdRnZNd3RMupBuE8-IDJnS2ZzBUM-HVdnA=s4032" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjt9oYibO-i6DEeOtrWP2GFN6r_MAUlnXGkZJRXu0aWSDZPR6HVtfkB2xx2f3rnLv7P2mLFYodLCEQS2Tigq-ZH4x3jy0kHc0Noo0YLvUnuOVh7cTAr4lki0csYTBEuHDp39EbftI7lUkQjU1HsMS5IBfv2wdRnZNd3RMupBuE8-IDJnS2ZzBUM-HVdnA=s320" width="240" /></a></div></div><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: 17.41px;"><br /></span></b></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: 17.41px;">Social media clear out </span></b></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">Especially in this day and age, it’s important that we curate a social feed that’ll make you happy and feel accepted. Don’t feel bad to hiding someone’s page if it makes you feel anxious for the time being. Things may change and it may not bother you in the future so you re-follow them but it’s so important to surround yourself with positive messaging. </span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-63648338906780242012021-11-12T01:20:00.003-08:002021-11-20T02:20:51.152-08:00Homemade Chilli Recipe <p style="text-align: center;"> <span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px;">Here is a delicious cosy staple for the cold winter months.</span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px;"> </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgkM7vYdIzbJnA_BN4Y3we8YWfGn0QvRdFD2izaBJ0xrw47Kk82c56gPkqrKMCwpzlrfhhuzFmGtUqxk48r7jnGlDQQYqni9VzK-U4jNJrPd22170IMaQz7GtwH8wRilgQHjF9YhigPtQHnzdIih7KAiuaMT1mKbj3UOt3AhAWIytJTOPDn8RvYtu0qHw=s2048" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgkM7vYdIzbJnA_BN4Y3we8YWfGn0QvRdFD2izaBJ0xrw47Kk82c56gPkqrKMCwpzlrfhhuzFmGtUqxk48r7jnGlDQQYqni9VzK-U4jNJrPd22170IMaQz7GtwH8wRilgQHjF9YhigPtQHnzdIih7KAiuaMT1mKbj3UOt3AhAWIytJTOPDn8RvYtu0qHw=w480-h640" width="480" /></a></div><br /><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1"><b>Ingredients</b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1"> </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">1 courgette </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">2 carrots </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">1 large red onion </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">2 cloves of garlic </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">500 g lean mince beef </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">1 can of chopped tomatoes </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">1 can of kidney beans in chilli sauce </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">1 tsp of worchester sauce </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">1 tbsp of soy sauce </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">1 tsp of oregano (optional) </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">1 packet of El Paso chilli con carne mix </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">Olive oil</span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1">Salt and pepper </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1"><b>Method</b> </span></p><ol class="ol1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><li class="li1" style="font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">Chop all your veg </span></li><li class="li1" style="font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">Fry it all off in some olive oil and season with salt, pepper and oregano </span></li><li class="li1" style="font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">Place in a bowl to a side and add the beef mince to the same pan. </span></li><li class="li1" style="font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">Brown of the beef and add the worchester and soy sauce. Season the beef with salt and pepper.</span></li><li class="li1" style="font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">Add your veg back in and give this a good stir. </span></li><li class="li1" style="font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">Add the chilli con carne mix with the appropriate amount of water (noted on the packet) </span></li><li class="li1" style="font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">Add your cans of tomatoes and kidney beans </span></li><li class="li1" style="font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">Let it simmer for 20 mins, stirring every so often. </span></li><li class="li1" style="font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">Enjoy! </span></li></ol><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">This can be frozen and defrosted at a later date. A cheap, hearty dish to keep you warm and doesn’t break the bank. It’s also very versatile, any veg would work that maybe are going out of date. Head over to my Instagram to watch the<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CWK6gqbl6sy/"> video </a>that goes along side it!</span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-83025973886789230542021-11-07T07:48:00.007-08:002021-11-20T02:03:36.507-08:00Small Biz Series: Gifts for yourself or someone else who has anxiety.<p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.41px;">I have been recently been struggling with my mental health at work. Just feeling abit overwhelmed and anxious at times which is always normal when your job role changes or you start a new job. I thought it would be helpful to run through a few pieces of stationery from some small businesses which I think would help get my head a little clearer.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj8z1ve8YZxWHJsZCx3i0z1SrGTooxs-8guDBhqAdAyhd5zv1KMsRZOLNLewavR1htE7uOx9KPqfIBuSygmA8T7XHetS2H1d1BpLJVoI0BPfiz4hVdoYH-EujGfJ8uNyPbMEfVADF0kNH583js2QdGhLQwNFveRfV3Lqde35t6Fnv9Dm1iRtnbvL5I75w=s2245" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2245" data-original-width="1587" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj8z1ve8YZxWHJsZCx3i0z1SrGTooxs-8guDBhqAdAyhd5zv1KMsRZOLNLewavR1htE7uOx9KPqfIBuSygmA8T7XHetS2H1d1BpLJVoI0BPfiz4hVdoYH-EujGfJ8uNyPbMEfVADF0kNH583js2QdGhLQwNFveRfV3Lqde35t6Fnv9Dm1iRtnbvL5I75w=w283-h400" width="283" /></a></div><br /><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"><b>The Shit List - Sighh </b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">I thought this idea on a notepad. It’s kinda like an idea I was taught in CBT, where you write out everything that’s troubling you in an overwhelming period and then on the other side, you breathe and find a way to solve the issue in order to let go. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"><b>Power Hour Note Pad - Sighh</b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">I also loved the idea of this notepad. Especially for those days where you sit on the sofa all day, thinking about everything you need to do but don’t end up doing them… or maybe helpful for productivity at work. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1"><b><span style="font-size: 17.40999984741211px;">The </span><span style="font-size: 17.41px;">“Be Kind To Yourself” Pin - Juniper Moon</span></b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">I love the idea of constantly reminding yourself to be kind to you. Having a cute pin on your bag or a makeup bag, may be a daily reminder to not beat yourself as life’s too short to be mean to yourself and we all deserve better. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"><b>“Worry Angel” Bracelet - Letterbox Love </b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">I feel like this would a perfect gift to a friend or yourself for those who have gone through a troubling time. Just as a reminder that no matter what your mind to saying, everything is okay. </span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-27342264736177540422021-10-26T23:53:00.003-07:002022-10-26T07:37:26.714-07:00Winter Cleansers: Kiss, Marry & Avoid <p> I thought I would go through and rate/categorise if you will, a few cleansers and why I would choose them to be my winter cleanser of choice. Starting with the avoid as we’ll end with some positives…</p><p>Click on the product name for a direct link to purchase it, if it sounds like a bit of you! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjrovTUcJzR6VlMNKWiP9s85ESQ34iK6wGqH_EJJ8p6zQk7MuepT9aKhvKjeGSGZbErQMMdAV5-lRo2zTAQb4L33g3joSa_sL4motDQrds06eFnK6EnV_By2AfQlgTJnU7rRczRrUEjVgA34YYZ_6WBd6o5CMdunW_Sp3gCHA-wzpRYct4TnGJSJKj82w=s1080" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjrovTUcJzR6VlMNKWiP9s85ESQ34iK6wGqH_EJJ8p6zQk7MuepT9aKhvKjeGSGZbErQMMdAV5-lRo2zTAQb4L33g3joSa_sL4motDQrds06eFnK6EnV_By2AfQlgTJnU7rRczRrUEjVgA34YYZ_6WBd6o5CMdunW_Sp3gCHA-wzpRYct4TnGJSJKj82w=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><b>Avoid </b></p><p>Simple - <a href="https://www.feelunique.com/p/Simple-Moisturising-Facial-Wash-for-Sensitive-Skin-150ml?utm_medium=gen&curr=GBP&utm_source=awin&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=RedBrain+Ltd&awinid=22773&awc=22773_1635316737_7346a98f9fba0b8f6706929c8b563fcd"><span style="color: black;">Moisturising Facial Wash -£2.49 </span></a></p><p>Nothing against this cleanser, the formula is incredibly light and foams well. As it’s a light and foamy cleanser, I think it’s best suited for a refreshing cleanse on a summers morning. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjBNS9xg303Bn4zpExkTA6rUSghds4ZKQGtPfMpvyjTt5bAi42BqxA_5GtGmiN6YBjcvjxjfHYcViw2NKzsGJn7TDjBdEwioemlEDOWXaE0SmYdBaSHPwW0dbhwRBzqJhLVlryFyLbu7Uvj-4VgBBZpyHLQBUOv9ZpZus_rE-dC3ZBAQucfMXptHglsKg=s1080" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjBNS9xg303Bn4zpExkTA6rUSghds4ZKQGtPfMpvyjTt5bAi42BqxA_5GtGmiN6YBjcvjxjfHYcViw2NKzsGJn7TDjBdEwioemlEDOWXaE0SmYdBaSHPwW0dbhwRBzqJhLVlryFyLbu7Uvj-4VgBBZpyHLQBUOv9ZpZus_rE-dC3ZBAQucfMXptHglsKg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><b>Shag </b></p><p>Glossier - <a href="https://www.glossier.com/products/milky-jelly-cleanser?locale=en-GB&g_campaign=UK_Google_Shopping&g_campaignid=2050872603&g_adgroupid=72658301655&g_adid=359123521563&g_keyword=&g_keywordid=pla-297434723751&g_adtype=&g_merchantid=107339476&g_productchannel=online&g_productid=MJC-000-00-00&g_partition=297434723751&&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=CPC&utm_campaign=UK_Google_Shopping&gclid=CjwKCAjwzt6LBhBeEiwAbPGOgT9hoZexbQ-0AZQu-Gek9tsjL7LUdr82SjiBp6KTIb85FzueOk2GTRoCiiAQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds"><span style="color: black;">Milky Cleanser - £15</span></a></p><p>I do love this cleanser as it’s weird gel like consistency removes make up well and it’s moisturising on the skin. I absolutely love the scent of this cleanser, it’s lightly rosy and just leaves the skin feeling clean and supple. </p><p>Lush - 9 to 5 - Discontinued (Lush pls bring it back) </p><p>Another winter fave, but sadly discontinued product, which I hope they bring back. This is very simple and moisturising for a cleanser. I love lush products because they are made with natural ingredients and very soft on the skin.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiW4vgVk6aqmEeKVqEhb3JsW6uTfFQJ-uV45gzq26G50fV95KAeFaY6WfTAMw_euRuSVKSQhyNG_MSneMhKIClXllMkJFg6rpkN1laaHuQGtivRPeYklOPyN_0nIFcLW0MKp3vibuxjuazzIJock2lp5OyZfPY7uVkWV-IKoIL1rlL2YlM-Q_14_VNI1w=s1080" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiW4vgVk6aqmEeKVqEhb3JsW6uTfFQJ-uV45gzq26G50fV95KAeFaY6WfTAMw_euRuSVKSQhyNG_MSneMhKIClXllMkJFg6rpkN1laaHuQGtivRPeYklOPyN_0nIFcLW0MKp3vibuxjuazzIJock2lp5OyZfPY7uVkWV-IKoIL1rlL2YlM-Q_14_VNI1w=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><b>Marry </b></p><p>Liz Earle - <a href="https://www.lookfantastic.com/liz-earle-cleanse-polish-100ml-pump/12528854.html?affil=thggpsad&switchcurrency=GBP&shippingcountry=GB&thg_ppc_campaign=71700000083936107&adtype=&product_id=12528854&gclid=CjwKCAjwzt6LBhBeEiwAbPGOgSNWCyldhBhYTrx8Esu_9GgU0jbCCh3Bz7Hx-JqmOonGqYCdJzxpbhoCmdwQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds"><span style="color: black;">Cleanse & Polish - £15.50</span></a></p><p>This is a thick and creamy cleansers and once applied, you remove with a hot muslin cloth. It really gets into the pores and removes makeup well. The muslim cloth also creates a light exfoliation on the skin. Trust me, this adds a cosy cleansing experience with the hot cloth which is definitely needed every winter morning/evening. I cannot wait to re-purchase my cleanse and polish for the winter months. </p><p>Emma Hardy - <a href="https://www.feelunique.com/p/Emma-Hardie-Amazing-Face-Natural-Lift-and-Sculpt-Moringa-Cleansing-Balm-100ml?curr=GBP&gclid=CjwKCAjwzt6LBhBeEiwAbPGOgaobXXYsvXR4APCnb-1gR2vUCoSs1cb8gE1h94Zlk33BvYm3gOwMbRoCyS4QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds"><span style="color: black;">Moringa Cleansing Balm - £47</span></a></p><p>This cleanser is so expensive but if it’s within your budget, I would definitely give it a try. It’s 100 and 10% worth all your money and it lasts forever. (Well I made mine last forever). It melts your makeup off your face and once mixed with water, changes from a luxurious balmy oil to a milky consistency. I know Christmas is coming up and would recommend this if you want a treat. Smells incredible and will definitely make those darker morning and evening skincare routines a lot better.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhICRh61aH32qPZzqwxk2SG8KL6BHQskk5EJnqrDuJzKJmbuursfrBqpPatVFxJpYbq9KfJ9eOrRn5aq-qlesw7B3cBA7IsiKik4moEkJeWfAhCJjr9VNOBIIqpP1Ho1NzAehTeP2iO15qexb24d_pfWjjipz_HySuoYaHkQRyvpVBqCso5J_AQWQnaVw=s1080" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhICRh61aH32qPZzqwxk2SG8KL6BHQskk5EJnqrDuJzKJmbuursfrBqpPatVFxJpYbq9KfJ9eOrRn5aq-qlesw7B3cBA7IsiKik4moEkJeWfAhCJjr9VNOBIIqpP1Ho1NzAehTeP2iO15qexb24d_pfWjjipz_HySuoYaHkQRyvpVBqCso5J_AQWQnaVw=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-47620281325682084302021-10-16T07:19:00.000-07:002021-10-26T23:55:39.201-07:005 sustainable swaps to try!<p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.41px;">If you read my post on educating yourself around sustainability, see this is as part two. If not, please give it a read, first. Here are a list of things to start buying, swapping out things that are unsustainable.</span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.41px;"> </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjQQlgy2Kq1f1FD9B0296iMekfB425z-5lX-E_1FHFSq97eDKCmeyoCBESyMSmos5m63Uf0HXkufHZcsOlS2m7eZKJmgsi8WnI6D_GUrZ0K1CQtJ0cvU5zoE5GsZEZESVhQzbYU1c2Ot8iZtRbS8JDPc7p939T-KqifEiqHlsztADSSYRdGqqmWbjvWng=s3310" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3310" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjQQlgy2Kq1f1FD9B0296iMekfB425z-5lX-E_1FHFSq97eDKCmeyoCBESyMSmos5m63Uf0HXkufHZcsOlS2m7eZKJmgsi8WnI6D_GUrZ0K1CQtJ0cvU5zoE5GsZEZESVhQzbYU1c2Ot8iZtRbS8JDPc7p939T-KqifEiqHlsztADSSYRdGqqmWbjvWng=w365-h400" width="365" /></a></div><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /><p></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"><b>Cotton Pads SWAP for Re-usable Cotton Pads</b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">A simple swap that will save you money in the long run. Re-usable pads to exactly the same trick as the cotton pads you just need to pop them in </span><span style="font-size: 17.41px;">the wash instead of throwing them away. If you take care of them, they will last you a long time. </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 17.41px;"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"><b>Coffee cup from Starbucks for Reusable Keep Cup </b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">How about a pumpkin spice in a re-usable keep cup to save the planet. Usually cafes will give you a discount aswell so there is another plus! It’s a simple thing to carry around and coffee cups aren’t generally recyclable because of the film that covers in the inside of cup. One of my fave brands is Frank Green. I used to have one of their re-usable keep cups and you can pop the lid to stop it leaking out. The plastic was also biodegradable.</span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"><b>Start shopping in eco friendly collections and investing in your clothes </b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEibHW7kNMUm5mm4UszlASDNOVvl_00ZDByxnql9NWmm5aAbJcmKihcGVJcBX_6HPVhBmnmvKkUfSRRZ0fX5Upy9ZxsXTcwldTMeJzT1da56KuIxjlPDM7BGW7yYyZ-jQngfyaY0MO2sKfaG_iOW9hbs72Pbh0suDPav1b3yL4-geZqpd2PnOCKOYFSyRA=s4032" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEibHW7kNMUm5mm4UszlASDNOVvl_00ZDByxnql9NWmm5aAbJcmKihcGVJcBX_6HPVhBmnmvKkUfSRRZ0fX5Upy9ZxsXTcwldTMeJzT1da56KuIxjlPDM7BGW7yYyZ-jQngfyaY0MO2sKfaG_iOW9hbs72Pbh0suDPav1b3yL4-geZqpd2PnOCKOYFSyRA=s320" width="240" /></a></div><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">I want to do a post separately on sustainable fashion but here are a few of my fave brands that do good recycled clothing items.</span><p></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"></p><p></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">Primark </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">H&M - the denim is really good! </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">Tala - sustainable workout clothing. </span></p><br /><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"><b>Swap plastic water bottles for a chilli bottle. </b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">Chilli bottles or insulated metal bottles are not that expensive and genuinely worth investing in. We are all constantly throwing away plastic so do your part and get a cute reusable bottle to fill on the go. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"><b>Try swap one meal with meat in, to a veggie meal.</b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">Unfortunately burgers are one of our leading causes of climate change. Not burgers personally but cows and the whole creation process. Simply swapping a meal or doing a meatless Monday will save us an incredible amount of water, land, CO2 and an animal or two. It may also be fun to get creative in the kitchen and make some delicious plant based meals. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">Even though these are simple swaps, if everyone changes something small, it’ll lead to big change. So I motivate you to try doing one of these swaps for Mother Earth. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"> </span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-70662631573717420722021-10-13T23:39:00.000-07:002021-10-13T23:39:24.608-07:00Speaking up about mental health in the workplace<p><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"> <span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;">I wanted to speak up about this as this is something that has happened to me recently and if I can motivate just one person to speak up about their mental health from this, I will be happy.</span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"> </span></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">We spend most of our lives working so it’s really important that it doesn’t take over and affect us mentally. </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjNN1_SNQnOjqJ1JUrJg3RU6mpkBCscJf2_Ly9FAoqMd3vyG_uwrrpHv9h-S4RCelmKl16obNohwcSw_IA_OEDyZWFia31kr9O_g0VZposUJSqaocsDPaJRdgLtNxG6JpzFZBb-I1nC6quPE4wT81tFIMF0C_x3gKB6yBGTelNkvrHlMY27EqtuoSj20Q=s3310" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3310" data-original-width="2738" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjNN1_SNQnOjqJ1JUrJg3RU6mpkBCscJf2_Ly9FAoqMd3vyG_uwrrpHv9h-S4RCelmKl16obNohwcSw_IA_OEDyZWFia31kr9O_g0VZposUJSqaocsDPaJRdgLtNxG6JpzFZBb-I1nC6quPE4wT81tFIMF0C_x3gKB6yBGTelNkvrHlMY27EqtuoSj20Q=w530-h640" width="530" /></a></div><br /></span></div><p></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">Something I am quite literally terrified over is opening about mental health so if you feel the same, you are not alone. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">My first tip would be to know how you would like to communicate it. Who or what is affecting you? Is it your manager or something at work? This will answer the question of who should I speak to about this.</span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">After we have that covered, how would you like to communicate this? Are you someone who likes to talk and would rather vocalise your concerns or would it come out better in an email. I really like writing (hence having a blog) and find that a good way to communicate my concerns but everyone is different. If it makes you feel better, maybe send a draft to a friend or family member and see what they think as second opinion can always help. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">Once you’ve spoke to someone about it, you’ll feel so much better. A good manager/company should be there to support you 24/7 so if they aren’t and you are still unhappy, maybe it’s time you started looking elsewhere as you definitely deserve better. </span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-28559072575715884552021-10-10T23:33:00.001-07:002021-10-10T23:33:34.958-07:00How to educate yourself on sustainability and climate change! <p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.41px;">Sustainability is becoming more and more important, which is great considering the absolute state us humans left it in. If you are new to Sustainability, I thought a little post on where to start, may be helpful! My awareness came from a talk I was lucky enough to experience at work. Sustainability is part of my role in my day job. Since listening to this talk, I have further explored the topic because it interested me a lot. I have listed my fave books and a few documentaries I recommend watching to gain a better understanding on sustainability.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj7xuThtPwl8cBDyQNcliZxa_JTxJO7NLn4X4qngIxSpgVJGxdDT0ze5gUd89oA_RZu6Tjcf2oThoah3dX7OqhdRUh5z7W1-zcdcIwLEJ2A0E_wbTiCRx-v9rSKmjacvdDKawoTLYgGPn5i-0vgiw-W_Lu1Jw17w1pGTqrR52VS7g6_ARMiiyu82O9GJw=s3721" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3721" data-original-width="2874" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj7xuThtPwl8cBDyQNcliZxa_JTxJO7NLn4X4qngIxSpgVJGxdDT0ze5gUd89oA_RZu6Tjcf2oThoah3dX7OqhdRUh5z7W1-zcdcIwLEJ2A0E_wbTiCRx-v9rSKmjacvdDKawoTLYgGPn5i-0vgiw-W_Lu1Jw17w1pGTqrR52VS7g6_ARMiiyu82O9GJw=w494-h640" width="494" /></a></div><br /><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"><b>Books:</b></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">No one is ever too small to make a change - Greta Thunberg </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">Minimal how to simplify your life and live sustainability - Madeline Olivia </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">(Plenty more, these are just ones I've read) </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><b style="font-size: 17.41px;"><br /></b></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><b style="font-size: 17.41px;">Training:</b></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">AdGreen - I was trained through my work as I am part of their “green team” but it would benefit my job due to the nature of the industry I am in. Maybe this will inspire you to talk to your boss about making a team that focuses on some sustainable initiatives. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"><b>Documentaries: (all can be found on Netflix) </b></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">Cowspiracy </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">A Plastic Ocean </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">Down to Earth Series </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">A life on our Planet - David Attenborough </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.8px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;"><b>My fave sustainable creators (Youtube): </b></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">Madeline Olivia </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">Sustainably Vegan </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17.4px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: 17.41px;">Immy Lily</span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-77172499863263436432021-10-05T23:03:00.000-07:002021-10-05T23:03:18.775-07:00Positive things to do on your commute<p><span style="font-size: medium;"> <span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;">Commuting is a massive part of my life since I work around an hour and half away from where I work in London. That means when I go into London I spent a total of 3 hours a day travelling. That’s a lot of time. Of course some of it I’m driving and walking around but chucks of it would be on public transport. As it’s early in the morning and where your day is just starting, I think it’s important to fill it with positive activities to get it started on the right note.</span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"> </span></span></p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px;"><br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ708_ktmTcuCOOmLc3l3w-hNkzAOHHCXQVugHBAoSGRooRhM27h7Vu763mTftJT4Ry7rSR9VYPJVLJUoYYpDDJqeLE2y_8taMjDhgY3y0OseJgVN7TxspGkjiXNBjw6I3u4Am_rF55Y8w/s4032/IMG_9005.heic" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ708_ktmTcuCOOmLc3l3w-hNkzAOHHCXQVugHBAoSGRooRhM27h7Vu763mTftJT4Ry7rSR9VYPJVLJUoYYpDDJqeLE2y_8taMjDhgY3y0OseJgVN7TxspGkjiXNBjw6I3u4Am_rF55Y8w/w480-h640/IMG_9005.heic" width="480" /></a></div><br /><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px;"><br /></span><p></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">Here are some ideas of things I do on my commute:</span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Write out 10 things you are grateful for </span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Listen to a fun playlist or your fave podcasts - I don’t know about you but I love keeping all my fave podcasts for cardio in the gym, walks and commutes! </span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Call a friend and have a catch up, just not in the silent zone.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Text your friends, because you have no time in the day to do so… unfortunately me!!</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;">Work on a hobby or do something creative - whether that’s a cross stitch, graphic design or a blog</span></li><li><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1">Catch up on your fave tv program… or zzz (</span></span><span class="s1">love an after work nap on the commute home).</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></li></ul><p></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-44482719795629714952021-09-30T23:42:00.002-07:002021-09-30T23:43:01.033-07:0010 things to do in October <p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Since it’s the 1st of October today and officially spooky SZN, I thought I would pop together a list of 10 things to do in October. October is a busy month for me with a lot of my family having birthdays but always super fun and cozy. Hope you enjoy and take some inspiration. </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg4SSXJ2TWEfho7FbZo0U4vj7fF5IRmbiu9jDHVSAfbhSeTigt8zWeLxNGBd2HFwB3hPsEhzPmZkED4ivuHOYkRJeHfB-NMjL2WiX80zZO96b8gYK9ZOBqVCHgdKrpuF8nc1GJqZyuUU7m-24G9HW1Kym2NHhAYF27Uku-KAq0695ukKnQxTaGhoiRjUA=s1170" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1135" data-original-width="1170" height="388" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg4SSXJ2TWEfho7FbZo0U4vj7fF5IRmbiu9jDHVSAfbhSeTigt8zWeLxNGBd2HFwB3hPsEhzPmZkED4ivuHOYkRJeHfB-NMjL2WiX80zZO96b8gYK9ZOBqVCHgdKrpuF8nc1GJqZyuUU7m-24G9HW1Kym2NHhAYF27Uku-KAq0695ukKnQxTaGhoiRjUA=w400-h388" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p></p><ol class="ol1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><li class="li1" style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">Have a Harry Potter Marathon, what better month...</span></li><li class="li1" style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">Have a LUSHicious bath/pamper night to trial out some of the new products from the Halloween Lush Range - I have to admit there are not that many cozy scents this year... bring back the pumpkin on a cinnamon stick. </span></li><li class="li1" style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">Go to TKMaxx purely to smell candles </span></li><li class="li1" style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiGVRvoeZXI-ffFh2Z3laI1PMo2UH-qsRS8dO_y2-2saKfm5-UrPG2sNS65GT1qhmmdfG55DrhL8OAvO3-UPECmfRtvkrpy7fbMnb3A7NIQ_3IfcTctAqKAOz_LawrjzVNdh7BF8hzUMtCecKv-ZKyIe8OQISC1WVaeGrA1ZjlfBROiTX8iC-dYsqHqRg=s1539" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1539" data-original-width="1148" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiGVRvoeZXI-ffFh2Z3laI1PMo2UH-qsRS8dO_y2-2saKfm5-UrPG2sNS65GT1qhmmdfG55DrhL8OAvO3-UPECmfRtvkrpy7fbMnb3A7NIQ_3IfcTctAqKAOz_LawrjzVNdh7BF8hzUMtCecKv-ZKyIe8OQISC1WVaeGrA1ZjlfBROiTX8iC-dYsqHqRg=w299-h400" width="299" /></a></div><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">Eat all the halloween sweets whilst watching Hocus Pocus and proceeding to buy more before Halloween.</span></li><li class="li1" style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">Have an f**king pumpkin spice latte and add pumpkin pie spice to every breakfast you make </span></li><li class="li1" style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">Enjoy more mindful walks noticing all the leaves changing and the crunchy leaves under your feet as you walk. Collect your concers and when you get back from your walk, have a hot choc to warm up! </span></li><li class="li1" style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">Hang up the fairy lights, get the candles going and make your home cozy for the colder months ahead </span></li><li class="li1" style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">Eat more apples, squash and seasonal veg. I love making big batches of veg soup and freezing it for a quick lunch or dinner. </span></li><li class="li1" style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">Find a cozy book to read or find a cozy film to watch and snuggle up under a blanket with some Primark cozy socks.. (if you know, you know) </span></li><li class="li1" style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">Go through your wardrobe and replace those tanks and bikinis for cozy knits and Primark velvet lined leggings! </span></li></ol><p><span style="font-size: medium;"> </span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-5761229208577014042021-09-28T03:32:00.000-07:002021-09-28T03:32:08.378-07:00Beauty Faves I cannot live without <p><span style="font-size: medium;">I thought I would touch on my absolute fave beauty/make up products that I couldn’t imagine my beauty regimes without. They are all products/brands I have repurchased for years and just love. </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: start;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-size: 17px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLi5V0geiBcMyCLnt1Yh_6tlzkNNBBQwnzga9NGfXMiQ2IcKi7hAGUJ5VIvRIhiaFi5RKhgSZQPKg-CKbNJN443HWWhoKbTbFf5sw3POF8nUUhcq88B9hE5n5B09iPCRMxuRB7feOg9u3T/s4032/IMG_9020.heic" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLi5V0geiBcMyCLnt1Yh_6tlzkNNBBQwnzga9NGfXMiQ2IcKi7hAGUJ5VIvRIhiaFi5RKhgSZQPKg-CKbNJN443HWWhoKbTbFf5sw3POF8nUUhcq88B9hE5n5B09iPCRMxuRB7feOg9u3T/w640-h480/IMG_9020.heic" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-size: 17px; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: start;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-size: 17px; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: start;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-size: 17px; text-align: center;"><b style="text-align: start;"><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b style="text-align: start;">Too Faced </b><span style="text-align: start;"><b>"Better Than Sex" Mascara (Waterproof)</b></span></span></div><p></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: start;"><span class="s1">This mascara is definitely my favourite mascara out there and I’m quite picky when <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>it comes to then as I like my lashes to look a certain way. It gives them length and volume with a couple of coats. It also doesn’t budge at all, honestly some eye make up removers can’t take it off so I would say it’s really waterproof. Only issue I get sometimes is a bit of transfer but apart from that, absolutely incredible.</span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;"><b>Zoeva "Brow Line" Brush </b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: start;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">This is my go to brush for applying my brow powder and sharp eyeliner. It’s really dense and tapered on an angle which helps with creating precise brow strokes and sharp edges. I’ve recommended it to friends and family and use it everyday. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;"><b>Collection "Lashing Perfection" Concealer </b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: start;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">This is an old fave of mine. I remember when I first discovered this concealer and it was £2.70. Now it’s around £4 but it’s probably gone up in price because of how much love it has for its creamy formula. Blends really nicely and I would say it’s a good dupe for the NARS creamy concealer. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;"><b>NYX "Lingerie Liquid Matte" Lipstick</b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: start;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">Another old fave but these lipsticks don’t budge and I absolutely love the finish of them. Such a big range of colours and a lovely creamy Matte finish. Ideal for a night of wine drinking as it doesn’t transfer onto the glass. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;"><b>NARS Sheer Glow Foundation</b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: start;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">This is my trusty fave foundation, absolutely love everything about it. It’s a beautiful creamy medium coverage foundation and effortlessly buildable. It’s semi matte which allows a beautiful glow to the skin. Just a staple of mine. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;"> </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;"><b>Sarah’s Day Smoochy Balm </b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: start;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">This is made by an influencer in Australia so it was fairly expensive to get it sent to the UK but it’s the one lip balm that I fine genuinely keeps my lips super soft. It’s made by all natural products with coconut oil and shea butter in. There is no tint but smells incredible. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj47zcWI3tTtuaoQP8vWkYBPF8l8R3kvGF9T3orIFkVc0Fe4Xpqa9SLwORmOL89x9968GNLe_riVixjfkphfYCFXQQZunXlp5EywhdMcpl57tkjrvokYDXkS7T1Tsz8dlX7PLZ_Lt9xuxiy/s4032/IMG_9015.heic" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><p></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj47zcWI3tTtuaoQP8vWkYBPF8l8R3kvGF9T3orIFkVc0Fe4Xpqa9SLwORmOL89x9968GNLe_riVixjfkphfYCFXQQZunXlp5EywhdMcpl57tkjrvokYDXkS7T1Tsz8dlX7PLZ_Lt9xuxiy/w300-h400/IMG_9015.heic" width="300" /></span><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;"><b><br /></b></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;"><b><br /></b></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;"><b>Zara Perfume </b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">This is a general new fave. Zara perfumes are fairly cheap, roughly ranging from £14-17 per perfume and there are so many different scents to chose from. A lot of good dupes for expensive perfumes and perfect to spritz before a casual day out or day in the office, where you don’t want to use expensive perfumes and go all out. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;"><b>Essie Nail polish </b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: start;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">Again another general fave. Essie Nail polishes as a whole are really good long wearing nail polish. There are an abundance of shades to chose from and I think the brush application is perfect for painting on nail polish if you are a beginner. Definitely worth treating yourself. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;"><b>Garnier Banana Hair Mask</b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: start;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">This hair mask smells incredible and makes your hair feel super soft. Leave it on for a long as possible and feel the benefits after. Honestly got this as a gift last Christmas, use it sparingly but will be repurchasing. Sooo good that my sis keeps stealing it. </span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;"><b>Palmers Coconut oil Anti-Oxidant firming lotion </b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: start;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">This is an interesting moisturiser. It’s very thick and leaves your skin feeling moisturised but tight. I feel like it’s the perfect moisturiser for the pre-night out pamper. Smells delicious and sinks into the skin quickly.</span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;"><b>MAC "Velvet Teddy" Lipstick </b></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: start;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">Velvet Teddy is such an old “raved about” shade but seriously so nice. With my olive skin tone and blonde-ish hair, it really compliments a lot of makeup looks I do and it’s a pretty basic shade. Mac lipsticks formula are buttery and smell really nice. </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: start;"><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p></div><span style="font-size: medium; text-align: left;"> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></span></div><p></p><div><div><br /></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-40659728347817242762021-09-24T00:34:00.004-07:002021-09-26T13:45:28.238-07:00Rating brunches in London<div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">Just in case you need some inspiration for days out in London and alcoholic brunches as the summer comes to an end (pretty good way of summing up my summer this year) I thought I would review/rate a couple of the brunches I went on. I have had to make do with the pictures my past self took as I am not sure I was so focused on blog content, more on the Prosecco....</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /><b>S<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;">kinny Kitchen, Angel</span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"> </span></b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><b><br /></b></span><span class="s1">This is the sort of place I would recommend if you want to have a good time and have clubbing,</span> boogie in your chair kinda vibes. There is a live DJ and saxophone player which makes it so much more fun. <br /><span class="s1">The whole brunch was around £50 but you get unlimited Prosecco, 1 main brunch meal (which are all super yummy) and a pudding selection. Definitely more on the pricey side of a brunch but worth the money as the atmosphere was very good. </span><br /><span class="s1">One recommendation would be to try and get a seat indoors as that’s where the music is the loudest. If you are just off for brunch and chat, outdoors is still great and you can actually hear your friends! </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;"><b>Serata Hall, Old Street</b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><br /></b></span><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">This was a lovely brunch! This was on the cheaper end of the scale but didn’t not fail me! It’s £26 for unlimited Prosecco, Bellini and a rum punch bowl. All delicious and washed down with a yummy pizza. The pizza was super fresh and delicious. The Margarita pizza was the cheapest option but a recommendation. Music was really good and the place was very instagram worthy. I feel like this would be a good place if you wanted chill drinks and to chat up with old friends over pizza if that’s what you enjoy. </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: left;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9KD2yBc6fO8jdIvQb3sWX84cSqHgI7vtmGtlxjyxbPw4qojtBob6D1ZOJbuKsE_zWUNVgsiG6FNB5-R6OdCx8OllE-1NsCvA26GazQZfM9YNZrXpAZRr0cIutdEc5DcijoWx7ygQ8FgaB/s2000/Untitled+design.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="2000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9KD2yBc6fO8jdIvQb3sWX84cSqHgI7vtmGtlxjyxbPw4qojtBob6D1ZOJbuKsE_zWUNVgsiG6FNB5-R6OdCx8OllE-1NsCvA26GazQZfM9YNZrXpAZRr0cIutdEc5DcijoWx7ygQ8FgaB/w400-h320/Untitled+design.png" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><p></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: left;"><span class="s1"></span></p><div style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">Brother Marcus, Angel </span></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><br /></b></span><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">This was a Middle Eastern inspired bar. It’s located within the cute streets/market a couple of minutes walk from Angel tube station. Somewhere you can defo just pop in for a spot of lunch or dinner. The vibe was very very chilled. Music is quite quiet in the background but regardless the food was delicious and definitely a great place if you just want to chat up with your friends and not wanting a lively time. Needless to say when I went to this brunch, I got smashed! It was £42 all in for unlimited Prosecco, bloody Mary’s, Bellinis and Beers plus a main meal and side. Definitely worth the money as the food was different but delicious.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="s1" style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><b>Pergola, South Kensington</b> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span><span class="s1" style="font-size: medium;">I went to Pergola with my boyfriend quite a long time ago. We had unlimited Prosecco and an espresso martini each. There is a lot of variety in terms of food with lots of independent chains, so there is so much choice for food. We went here in summer and it was beautiful. You get to overlook all of London and the place is covered in green plants. Music was good and just had a really nice time. Again another one I got very drunk at... </span></span></div><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span></span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span class="s1"></span></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="s1"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="s1"><br /></span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; text-align: left;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3ASdW-_k_2ojvIg9MeVgNkPmTQNmMETPJPsoHe3SU6CQjO-tJNS7ztg-9NpkxWGDteuKLpjoLSwnYY7tKeMSgrIsMCvuaIp1fFy3dKm6r0lfnWazUFgXj7OlLlqvIs_rUi6GGfoGE6_gg/s2000/Untitled+design-2.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="2000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3ASdW-_k_2ojvIg9MeVgNkPmTQNmMETPJPsoHe3SU6CQjO-tJNS7ztg-9NpkxWGDteuKLpjoLSwnYY7tKeMSgrIsMCvuaIp1fFy3dKm6r0lfnWazUFgXj7OlLlqvIs_rUi6GGfoGE6_gg/w400-h320/Untitled+design-2.png" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span class="s1"><br /></span><p></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-30064290535419606782021-09-19T04:01:00.006-07:002021-09-26T13:03:47.926-07:003 books for more positive vibes!<p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;">Hi Everyone,</span></p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px;">I thought I would write about some book suggestions which have really helped </span><span style="font-size: 17px;">my Mental Health and #selflove journey. I hope you can take some inspiration from these books and have a read of one yourself if you haven’t already. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjybzMkUT76oPImvC78dZNK82-5m0x37aZxmsTRDpjhhRCfqB_KKZwVoj0SOq1JXwxVnT05b3mXr96EtgrbX-CR-rXVRoz6dRx45TBodOEEDZ3W1J5L1ngsmhd0uVTLmRbRPbGkk-aHPC2l/s3233/IMG_8981.heic" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1808" data-original-width="3233" height="179" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjybzMkUT76oPImvC78dZNK82-5m0x37aZxmsTRDpjhhRCfqB_KKZwVoj0SOq1JXwxVnT05b3mXr96EtgrbX-CR-rXVRoz6dRx45TBodOEEDZ3W1J5L1ngsmhd0uVTLmRbRPbGkk-aHPC2l/s320/IMG_8981.heic" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-size: 17px;">Good vibes, Good Life By Vex King</span><p></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">This is one of my favourite books and recommend it so much, I brought my best friend one for her birthday. It’s all about being in a high vibe and having a positive outlook on life. There are references to the law of attraction in there and changing your outlook to attract better things. There are also a lot of motivation/positive quotes sprinkled throughout the book. Here is one of my faves:</span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><br /><span class="s1"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNVAV_Hr64B_ltJXa2G0hUphbTQiwe4FBRbpfi0FTvFKy8ar_Tx0yUu_NN4cuKHowxMdh7uBn8A0VQS8i3B2KFMqGJj6MLysUHtu9eMUmhLR7k16v1OXoKHbWHcYpWIesCyGACrX3PEsqh/s3256/IMG_8986.heic" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2448" data-original-width="3256" height="241" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNVAV_Hr64B_ltJXa2G0hUphbTQiwe4FBRbpfi0FTvFKy8ar_Tx0yUu_NN4cuKHowxMdh7uBn8A0VQS8i3B2KFMqGJj6MLysUHtu9eMUmhLR7k16v1OXoKHbWHcYpWIesCyGACrX3PEsqh/s320/IMG_8986.heic" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">“Women don’t own you pretty” By Florence Given</span></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span class="s1"></span><br /></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span class="s1">This book is incredibly empowering. After reading it, I felt more proud of myself and wanted to just own and flaunt everything I had. It opened me eyes to alot about feminism and the “patriarchy”. If your feeling like your lacking abit of girl power, give this a read. </span></p><p class="p1" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><br /><span class="s1"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2eli10csx3Owdt7XoyadzhWb9A9RSJglQOPis58XGtYvA-UWhtJsBkBv9yI6PKtMRKfQBKi28EZpYkKjoB85aMUVQYdiDdmDvSuqLtg8_7iiqddcnwq1tAT4IeierYOs5gURM3AOwwwjh/s3880/IMG_8989.heic" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3880" data-original-width="2856" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2eli10csx3Owdt7XoyadzhWb9A9RSJglQOPis58XGtYvA-UWhtJsBkBv9yI6PKtMRKfQBKi28EZpYkKjoB85aMUVQYdiDdmDvSuqLtg8_7iiqddcnwq1tAT4IeierYOs5gURM3AOwwwjh/s320/IMG_8989.heic" width="236" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span class="s1"><br /></span><p></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span class="s1"></span>Self care in the real world by Nadia Narian & Katie Narian Phillips</p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><br /></p><p class="p2" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;">If you are just getting started on your self care journey and need a book to explain what TRUE self care is, I think this book is for you. It’s almost a self care bible. It includes recipes and ideas for self care about social media (important) and the joys of eating alone. It’s one of those books you can go back to a lot and really learn some useful tips. One thing I took away from this book is checking in with yourself. 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For some reason, I prefer listening to a podcast when I go for a walk or run instead of music. I guess it completely takes my mind of the time and pain (lol!). So far it’s a really amazing book, fully understand the hype. It’s got a really realistic view on self-care and has a very concise way of saying it. Pretty much removing all the rubbish and really providing you with the tools that work. Once I’ve completed it, I’ll definitely fully review it.</span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-34473624285773174762020-04-23T04:36:00.001-07:002021-09-26T12:34:27.167-07:00Homemade Vanilla Sugar Body Scrub RecipeIn hope to be more sustainable and save the planet, I have made an aim to make more beauty products at home, have fun and be creative with it. About a month ago, I started making this scrub recipe just to test it out and now I have all my friends making it as it’s so good.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-16696382448533885582020-04-20T04:57:00.000-07:002021-09-26T13:04:28.457-07:00How to De-Clutter and some tips to keeping your place tidy!As we are all spending more time at home, its easy to make more mess and for things to get out of hand. I have recently de-cluttered my bedroom and bathroom after reading the book "Minimal: How to simplify your life and live sustainably" By Madeline Olivia and it was much needed and you should definitely do this if you get the chance.<br />
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There is a rule to de-cluttering which is simply illustrated in the book (great read) but in short, break up an area into categories and then put this into sub-categories. So to start in your wardrobe, start with pulling all your socks out and picking out all the socks that have holes, that are itchy/uncomfortable and ones you don't like and put these in a pile to either give to a charity shop or recycle. Make a pile of socks that you like and are comfortable and the ones you um and ah about put in a maybe pile. So you should have 3 piles. Only put back the "like" pile and make sure you do it neatly. Pop the "no" pile in a box or bag to bring to the local charity shop/recycling bin (search for your nearest fabric recycling centre) and finally make a "maybe" box and hide this, if you reach to get anything from it, you can pop to in the "like" pile or within 6 months you can send this to charity.<br />
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On instagram I recently discovered a brand called Refashion, which send out free shipping bags to send your old un-wanted clothing and they re-sell it or upcycle it. They have a selected list of brands they love which you can follow or not. They ask that all clothes are freshly washed and the bags hold around 15 garments of clothing. With your bag, you get a return shipping label free of charge, so it's a super easy way of recycling old clothing.<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5075021865652121173.post-64374603768196805662020-04-17T01:11:00.000-07:002021-09-26T12:34:27.167-07:00Skincare Saviours: Soap & Glory Ultimelt Over the years I have realised that my skin loves cream cleansers. The Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish was actually a skincare staple of mine as its very good at getting deep down and into the pores and removes make up well.<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">While we have lots of spare time, we might aswell focus on ourselves. It's time to delve into your bathroom cupboards and find all the face masks and moisturisers.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">As we get a walk a day, why not use it! I have 3 small dogs and I reckon they have never had this many dog walks in their lives. Walking and being around nature is scientifically proven to make you feel more energised and happy. Whilst we are getting abit of sunshine here in the UK, why not do it and I promise you won't regret it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Literally nothing better than getting in a hot bubble bath after you've been on a cold walk or your a bit achey from yesterdays workout. If you don't have any bubble bath or lush bath bombs to enjoy a nice bath. A bit of body wash and a candle will do the trick. Grab a book and a hot cup of tea and relax! Try and keep this time tech-free as a lot of social media at the minute is slightly negative so best to keep away as much as possible.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Put a hair mask, face mask, foot mask on. You name it, mask it. Masks are a great way to moisturise, deep clean and care for your body. During my usual day to day life, I tend to forget about face and hair masks a lot. But its super important to moisturise your hair especially if you like to dye your hair or like to apply heat.</span><br />
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<span class="s1"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Dog walking - Since we are now restricted to one walk a day, I have been loving going for dog walks. I am incredibly lucky to live in the countryside, so the walks are stunning. All the new buds are blossoming and it’s very refreshing to be out in nature.</span></span><br />
<span class="s1"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I absolutely love the rustle and bustle of London streets but since being home, it’s been nice to focus on nature. </span></span></div>
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<span class="s1"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Adult colouring books - The best thing to calm you and it’s very satisfying. It’s something that’s kept me busy after work and I’ve been really enjoying it. </span></span><br />
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No matter if your in a relationship or not, self-love is really important and something we should all focus on all the time. I felt like it was appropriate to do a post as Valentine’s Day tomorrow, all around self love and care. </div>
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Sometimes we get wrapped up in our lives and we tend to forget about ourselves which sounds super silly but it’s honestly so true. It’s important to look after our bodies and mind in order to live a fulfilled life and enjoy it to the fullest.</div>
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Why not make a cute list of all the things that make you happy and then pop them on pieces of paper in a jar. Then everyday pick a piece paper out and make it your priority to do that thing, such as “sing loudly in your car” or “go to the gym”. This will not only make you feel better but it’s a fun activity.<br />
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Another idea, along the jar theme, is to write little things that you love about yourself. I know it sounds silly but it’ll really cheer up when your feeling down. If you struggle to think of some reasons, why don’t you ask a couple of your friends or family to write a few ideas on paper so you get compliments whenever you need them.<br />
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Pamper yourself girl, you deserve it! Honestly a full on pamper is the best thing ever. It makes you feel like a glam queen and like your ready to slay the day! Even if your having a galentines party or a valentines date, pampering yourself should definitely be on your list as it’s a massive pick me up. Shave your legs, do your hair and pop on a face mask. I promise it’ll make you feel like a boss ass bitch.<br />
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Buy yourself some flowers, no one needs a man or a friend to buy you these. Doesn’t have to be something expensive either, even daffodils can light up a room and make you smile.<br />
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A little takeaway is that we shouldn’t just do this on Valentine’s Day but regularly make sure we look after ourselves, so please use this post to inspire you to give yourself a pat on the back and a little bit of love!<br />
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