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There is such a valuable connection between stress and your relationship with yourself. In my personal experience, realising this connection has been
Are you one of those people who has the need to control (almost) everything in your life? This can show up differently for different people. You may l
Do you suffer from stress in your life? While some stress in the body is normal, ongoing stress is not. Today we’re looking at the difference be
Food is a powerful natural medicine for the body, and this is one of my favourite simple recipes to illustrate that. Introducing my Power Morning Lemo
As you may know, I LOVE turmeric. But seriously… this golden spice has truly captured my heart for the long haul… I’ve been digging more into th
Oats breakfast was a staple growing up, and I’m sure that is partly why I grew up healthy and strong. My grandad is also someone who has eaten o
Your personal values are essentially a summary of what you value in life. In even simpler terms, they symbolise what is important to you. I never used
Just to be clear up front, don’t take these healthy eating habits as gospel. We are all unique and have our own needs. However, these are some o
Practising mindfulness was not part of my world years ago. I was way too ‘busy’ and stressed out to even think about actually slowing down
Do you suffer from stress or anxiety? Or both? Well, here’s a great article for you! I know so many people who suffer from stress and anxiety, a
Are you on a quest to find live your best life? When on this quest, the question how to find your purpose is likely to come up. When I decided to inte
Is there something you want to do in your life, but fear keeps you stuck? Do you want to face your fears head-on, so that you can finally move forward
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Health and happiness mean something different to everyone – it’s ‘bio-individual’ as we call it. And so, to tap into this idea
In January most of us take the time to write down our New Year Resolutions aka our New Year Goals. We feel charged up by the new year, and our lists a
While food truly does have the power to change everything, health is so much more than what you eat. All areas of your life impact your health and hap
I recently did a personal 100 Days of Daily Exercise challenge and tried many different workout videos along the way. YouTube became one of my be
I can’t believe it’s the end of the year already, how time has flown! During this time of year, I approach my health a little differently.
Stress can show up in your life and affect your health in many different ways. Some of the signs of stress are also not as obvious, and you may not ev
In springtime, the artichokes come out in Italy. In Rome, you'll start seeing Romanesco Artichokes displayed in most of the supermarkets. These veggies are hard to resist, with their pretty flower design and greenish-purple colours. They do take a little extra time to prepare, but they're worth it. Here is a super tasty and simple sauteed artichoke recipe to enjoy as a side dish or eaten simply alone. Look at this beautiful display...
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Artichokes caught my attention when I moved to Italy. When Artichoke season comes along, you'll start seeing more and more of these pretty veggies out on display. Back home in South Africa, I didn't pay much attention to these pretty veggies. However, here in Rome, when the artichokes come out, they are difficult to ignore. Seasonal eating in Italy is part of life here. It is awesome, making me feel that little...
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If you're coming to Rome for the first time, this post if just for you. Below you'll find some useful Rome Travel Tips to make your first visit that much more magical. Don't make the same mistakes other travellers make, and instead navigate the city like a pro. Below are the post sections, in case you want to jump straight to a specific tip: 1. Don't try to see it all on...
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Music has the power to change your workout experience. In the last year, I have been trying quite a few different types of high-intensity workouts, from Betty Rocker to Fittlyss. And I have found that, when a groovy track comes on, tough exercises like burpees don’t seem as difficult anymore. The rhythm of funky tracks is often upbeat and motivating, but it’s more than that. Listening to feel-good groovy music just adds that something special to a workout, that get-down and enjoy it kind of feeling. Of course, music is personal, but here are some groovy tracks to add to your workout music mix, to inspire you to get down on it!
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Trastevere is a pretty neighbourhood, that is bustling day and night. It's no wonder it's become so popular! There are lots of places to eat in this hood, from sit-down restaurants to street food takeaways, and everything in between. One of my favourite ways to spend an afternoon in this hood is to food-hop. I pick 4 or 5 spots and hop from place to place, enjoying the different foods and...
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