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It was early in 2006, and I took the train from central Modena back to my hotel after a day of solo sightseeing.
It gets dark early in Italy during winter, and although it was only 5:30 pm, it felt and looked like 9 pm. I entered an empty carriage except for two women sitting together (I assumed...
Fashion isn't an easy thing to get right; often, it can focus more on the clothing rather than the individual, and it's one of the most subjective industries in the world. Personal style has become one of the principal ways we express our personalities and showcase our individuality.
The way we...
By Hayley McDonnell.
May is the month when cultural diversity is acknowledged on a global scale (21st May is World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development). Social, Moral, Spiritual and Cultural Development have diversity at its core, and with a worldwide element recognised,...
By Nichola English.
Fashion is something we all deal with every day. Even those who don't think they take part in fashion still have to put some thought into the clothes they choose every morning; it's part of our self-expression.
I liken choosing our daily outfit to pick & mix; so many...
By Hayley McDonnell
It's the month of Easter, and Spring is really getting going. Lighter nights have arrived – it is one of my favourite months! So let's dive into all things April!
April hosts; International Day for Monuments and Sites, better known as World Heritage Day, which promotes...
By Nichola English.
Have you ever bought something only to think afterwards 'what possessed me to buy that? We've all been there, that sinking realisation that you've wasted your precious time and money. Not only is your bank balance suffering, but you've also now got a piece of clothing in your...
By Ambila Nath.
You might be thinking that spiritual practices and business don't mix. I know I used to. I hid my spiritual side for years - fear of judgment from others, but I mainly didn't know how to bring logic and spirituality together to serve my clients.
I mean, let's be honest, most...
By Helena Zachariassen.
Many people think they actually need to get rid of more or less everything they own to become clutter-free. Is that true? No, absolutely not! It's a myth, and I will bust it right here for you, so read on.
What is clutter-free living?
I get a lot of...
By Hayley McDonnell.
Purpose and accountability are essential for us all. They provide motivation and recognition of work achieved, which is true in both professional and personal aspects of life. The months of the year pass us by and often with only a cursory glance, if at all, to the actual...
By Janine Wirth.
Dear Janine,
I feel so low. Just when I thought things were finally getting back to normal after the pandemic lockdowns, Russia invaded the Ukraine.
My parents are from the Ukraine, and watching this unfold on the news has us all in tears for days. My mother hasn't gotten...
By Jacqueline Shaulis.
Yes, you can be influential, impactful, and introverted. You're not faulty or weird (at least, not for that).
When people hear the term "introvert", usually it conjures notions of someone who is really shy or quiet or antisocial. And while those can be traits of an...
By Janine Wirth.
Dear Janine,
I guess I want some reassurance that I'm doing the right thing. I recently broke off my engagement, and it feels like everyone hates me now. My mother refuses to speak to me and, according to my brother, has been crying for days.
My ex-fiancé's family...
By Hayley McDonnell.
February is known for many things; it could be the shortest month of the year, the coldest month of the year, or the month of love. You probably know that the original Roman calendar enjoyed by Western culture today only had ten months. At one stage, the Romans didn’t...
By Marisa Sim.
Now that dust has settled on the "New Year, New Me" bullshit, let's get real here. I'm not saying you should not improve yourself and achieve the goals you set out in January. But, I'm saying that to triumph as a working mum, you need to have a consistent routine to build the...
By Nichola English.
How often do you head to your wardrobe, staring at the clothes in front of you but feeling you've nothing to wear? You're not alone; many women have the same perplexity regarding their wardrobes.
There could be many reasons for this. Perhaps you feel your clothes don't...
By Ambila Nath.
February is the month of love and connection, and what better thing to talk about and help you do than to form a soul connection with your business!
Strange concept, right? Your business becoming your soulmate or even having a soul? You're probably rolling your eyes and are...