Ever heard the phrase ‘12 going on 21’ or something to that effect? If there’s a ‘tween’ in your household, you’re probably all too familiar with this notion. It’s a transitional time for everyone; your 12 year old is not quite a teenager or young adult, but they’re definitely NOT a young kid anymore. They certainly waste no time letting you know this. Yes it’s an exciting and fascinating time….but it can also be tumultuous and ever changing. In most cases your tween will be keen to discard anyt .....
The bedroom should be a place you can fall in love with, feel relaxed and comfortable and be surrounded by things you love. But tucked away and generally not on display, this space can sometimes be a little neglected. For some of us, we’re well into the maturity of adulthood before we stop and take a moment to consider how to create a ‘grown up’ room! So we’re taking the time to celebrate this space and give it the love that it deserves….because ultimately it’s what you deserve: your own dreamy .....
Ah Christmas morning! It’s quite possibly the most uplifting and connecting time of the year right?! Take a moment to reflect back to when you were a kid…there really was no greater excitement and joy than waking up with the wonder of what Santa had left under the tree, or the anticipation of a day of festivities shared with family and friends. Not to mention that summer holiday feeling; swimming at the beach in the afternoon, playing cricket in the yard, and staying up late, that goes hand in h .....
Living a healthy and mindful lifestyle is all about consistency and maintaining balance, especially when it comes to food, drink, sleep and stress management. The trick is to achieve that balance without missing out on the good times. Ah (sigh), if only it were so easy. Well, we all know that the busy festive season is abound with opportunities to over-indulge or stay up late, and that can potentially wreak havoc with balance if you’re not mindful. However, by paying attention, (non judgmentally .....
We’ve all heard about it, read about it, know someone who knows someone….We’re talking about those people who rise with the lark, or the sun, (whichever comes first) and do it with ease. What’s more, apparently they do it with a smile on their face! Well, don’t be disheartened if that’s not your natural disposition. According to The Body Clock Guide to Better Health only 1 in 10 people is a true morning person, while 2 in 10 are night owls and the rest of us are somewhere in the middle(1). Unfor .....