Today I would like to share with you 5 Things You Can Do To Help Save The Planet. According to Nasa, global climate change has already had observable effects on the environment. Glaciers have shrunk, ice on rivers and lakes is breaking up earlier, plant and animal ranges have shifted and trees are flowering sooner. Effects that scientists had predicted in the past would result from global climate change are now occurring: loss of sea ice, accelerated sea-level rise, and longer, more intense heat waves. But what can we do to help the planet? 1. Re-Usable Shopping Bags As you may already know, plastic bags are problematic for many reasons,…

Today I would like to write about the 5 Things I Learned From Blair Waldorf. 1. Dream Big Okay,  I am one of those people that probably dream way too big, but guess what, it will not do you any harm to do so. Just like Norman Vincent Peale said:   ‘Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars.’ Blair taught me to always go the extra mile towards my goal and never give up. I think that she probably inspired many young girls to go after their dreams…  Before you give up, always ask yourself, what would Blair Waldorf do? 2. Being a Business Woman To be honest…

Today I would like to write about Hygge: The Danish Way Of Living a Good Life. One late evening after a long day of work, I wasn’t sure what to buy for dinner, but I however did know that one sure way of winding down was to go to the bookstore. As I walked around, I stumbled upon the prettiest little book. The book was called “The Little Book Of Hygge – The Danish Way To Live Well“. Now, you could argue that I do not need another book, considering that one of my living room walls is basically a wall of books BUT I had to have it. It was…

Today I wanted to share with you how 5 simple eco friendly substitutes can help you to live more consciously. Water Bottles One of the easiest ways to reduce waste and even save money is to invest in a good reusable, eco friendly water bottle. This will not only help to save the planet but it will also keep you hydrated all day long. Water Filters 2 words: Water filter. My mother has always had one of the Brita Filters and she has gifted us one when we moved into our new apartment, but the demand for water filters is increasing again. If you live in London, you are familiar with tap…

IBS. Irritable Bowel Syndrom. Today I would like to talk about how to cope with IBS. I personally have dealt with IBS for a long, long time and I have tried everything.. everything. I feel like everyone says that, but it is really true. But before we start, let’s clarify what IBS is (for those of you that may not be familiar with it.. lucky you!). According to the NHS: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common condition that affects the digestive system. It’s usually a lifelong problem. It can be very frustrating to live with and can have a big impact on your everyday life. There’s no cure, but diet changes and medicines can often help control…

It all started with the Egyptians 5,000 years ago… ancient papyrus scrolls suggest that the Egyptians have been ‘cookin’ up some herbs & fruits’ to ‘remedy the bowels’. Essential oils were also applied daily as a form of moisturizer & skin protection. I will let you read this wonderful article from Science Direct on your own.