Becoming a gender stereotype, one nice dinner at a time

We have never really been a family of gender stereotypes. We’ve always had to pitch in as need and finances demand it. I don’t know if it is the limited palate of lockdown life or if I’m just getting older. But all of a sudden, I have that yearning to become a more typical domestic goddess

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Enough with the pressure of Self-Care

Sometimes I feel like the list of things I’m not managing to do well enough goes on and on. I don’t meditate often enough. I don’t invest in face masks, do a daily gratitude practice or bullet journal. The chances of me getting on a plane to have the opportunity to put on my own oxygen mask first is looking pretty slim. I see the benefit. But, with the hype about self-care, I feel that it is either going to cost me money or be totally inauthentic.

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Is the fashion industry sustainable?

Nothing quite beats wearing fun outfits, glamorous accessories and killer shoes…so what’s not to love? Well, human rights abuses and environmental damage to name just a few. Fashion is pretty complex, and unfortunately, it has… View Post

Making Healthy Changes in Lockdown 2

Lockdown 2 here we go again but this time you’re ready; the food shop is done; lists of films in order and a promise to yourself that this time you will get round to exercising… View Post

How to find your rock in Lockdown 2

In times of Covid 19 you may be experiencing overpowering emotions. This could be sudden anger, frustration or sudden ups and downs. Welcome to the world of ‘you’re out of your comfort zone’ for your… View Post