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Tackling A Midlife Crisis As A Single Woman: How To Get Out Of Your Rut
Photo Link (CC0 License) Whenever the term “midlife crisis” is mentioned, our thoughts automatically turn to men. Throughout the years across multiple media formats, men are presented as the ones who have a midlife crisis. It’s shown as a man in his 40s or 50s struggling to deal with the concept of getting older. They buy flashy cars or take up silly hobbies to try and fill the void. We won’t deny that men do go through this experience, but what about women? The fact that midlife crises in women aren’t openly talked about makes you assume the two don’t go together. That’s all the more damaging when you’re…
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A Busy Mom’s Guide to Caring For Sore Feet
Bring the spa home to you and ease your tired, achy, hardworking feet If you’re anything like me, you probably spend a lot of time on your feet, whether it’s chasing after little ones, running errands, or tackling household chores. But all that hustle and bustle can take a toll on our poor feet, leaving them sore and achy by the end of the day. As moms, we often put ourselves last on the priority list, but ignoring foot soreness can lead to bigger problems, like plantar fasciitis or tendonitis. And let’s face it—we can’t afford to be sidelined by foot pain when there are little ones to care for. …
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Great Ways To Treat Yourself
If you have come to the realisation that you might benefit from pampering yourself, this is something that you can then approach in a lot of different ways. It is actually possible to really treat yourself in a lot of ways, and this is something that you are going to find is really effective when it comes to trying to look your best and feel your best. In this post, we will take you through some of the really great ways that you might want to treat yourself, so that you can ensure you are going to really make the most of it and enjoy yourself. Pic Credit – CCO…
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Allocating Your Wedding Budget: How Much Should You Spend?
Image credit You’re getting married! Congratulations. Planning your big day is an exciting time, and ensuring you have the best wedding possible is going to be something that will occupy a lot of your time and thoughts from now until the big day. One aspect of planning your wedding that is more important than anything else is your wedding budget and what needs to be included. Being thorough about your budget and knowing what to allocate and how to ensure you to cover everything can be tricky, especially if this is the first time you’ve planned an event of this scale. The last thing you want to use up all…
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How To Overcome A Negative Body Image
The world continually faces ever-changing and unrealistic beauty standards, significantly impacting how people view their bodies. Negative body image is common worldwide, with the UK having its fair share of this issue. Reports indicate that 60% of adults have felt some negativity about their bodies, making this prevalent nationwide. The constant comparison to idealised images is a catalyst for self-doubt, diminished confidence, and inadequacy. That is why it’s vital to know how to overcome a negative body image. If you’re experiencing this, the tips below can help you foster a positive relationship with your body. Cultivate self-compassion Image Credit The ability to treat yourself with kindness and understanding is often…
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The Easiest Gardening Tasks For Beginners
Gardening is a mindful and therapeutic hobby. But knowing where and how to get started can be pretty disheartening. Fortunately, it really doesn’t have to be. We’ve rounded up some of the easiest gardening tasks to help you get started. Gather All The Essential Tools Before you can start pottering around in your yard and deciding where to plant what, you will need to gather all the right essential tools, otherwise, you won’t be able to tend to your garden and ensure it thrives. Even though you might be able to get by without some seasonal tools, the right tools will make garden maintenance substantially easier. While a lawnmower is…
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7 Little-Known Ways To Look More Youthful
Image Source It’s no secret that a quick Google search for “how to look more youthful” will reveal widely-publicized tips like having a healthy diet or giving up smoking. However, plenty more ideas exist that are seldom known but offer promising results. You’ve likely opened this blog post because you want to know more about those little-known ways. Of course, you want to be sure that these aren’t silly or made-up ideas that are nothing more than a waste of time. The following seven inspirational examples represent some of the best of the most little-known ways to look more youthful, turn back the clock on your appearance without resorting to…
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Give the Front of Your Home a Fresh Look
The front of your house is not only how you display your humble abode to the outside world but how it is presented to you and visitors when arriving on each occasion. Therefore, when looking to give the front of your home a new lease of life, it’s important to consider a range of ideas before opting for the ones that might work best for you and your budget. Let’s take a look! Exterior Painting For starters, you may feel it’s time to totally change the colour of the exterior of your home, perhaps just at the front or along the sides and back of the property as well. Alternatively,…
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Creating a Luxurious Bathroom with Steam Showers
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, the bathroom serves as our sanctuary – a place to unwind, rejuvenate, and pamper ourselves. Transforming your bathroom into a luxurious retreat doesn’t necessarily require a complete overhaul. With a few clever updates, you can create a spa-like experience right at home. Inject some gentle colour Luxury often comes in muted, soothing tones. Opt for a colour palette that includes neutral shades like creams, soft grays, and muted blues. These colors create a calming atmosphere that instantly adds an air of sophistication to your bathroom. Add plenty of well-placed lighting with dimmer options to suit your mood. Introduce greenery and natural…
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A Comprehensive Guide to Pain Relief
Pain is a universal human experience, affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. Whether it’s acute pain from an injury or chronic pain from a medical condition, finding effective ways to manage and relieve pain is crucial for maintaining a good quality of life. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore various strategies and approaches to pain relief, empowering you to take control of your well-being and alleviate discomfort. Over-the-Counter Pain Medications One of the most accessible and immediate ways to relieve pain is through over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications. Common options include acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), and naproxen (Aleve). These medications work by reducing inflammation, blocking pain signals, and…
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3 Things In Your Home You Should Be Recycling
Did you know that 80% of what people throw away can be recycled? We all know about recycling plastic, paper, cardboard and metal. Still, there are often many other aspects of your home and your belongings that can be recycled, and many times, people are unaware of exactly how many things can be reused and repurposed to help reduce what goes to landfill. In the UK, we send over 15 million tonnes of rubbish from our homes to landfills, and 100 billion pieces of plastic end up in landfills yearly. These numbers are staggering so even recycling a small amount from your home can make a massive difference. But let’s…
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Redoing Your Living Room? Six Tips to Consider
With the right kind of style and decor, your living room can become the centrepiece of your home. In fact, this is one of the most widely used spaces in a house, so you may as well make it as inviting and warm as you possibly can. If you feel like your living room needs some tender loving care, you have come to the right place. Here are six trustworthy tips that you should consider when revamping your living room. Keep reading to find out what they are. Create a Mood Board Before you start purchasing paints or redecorating the walls, it’s important that you settle on a vision. Think…
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5 Things You Can Do To Boost Your Home’s Exterior For Improved Mental Health
Here’s a thought – when we talk about mental health, we often think about the indoors, don’t we? How our living room feels, if our bedroom is comfy, and so on. But have you ever thought about the role your home’s exterior plays in your overall well-being? Well, here are five fun and innovative ways you can give your home’s exterior a revamp, turning it into your personal feel-good oasis. #1. Discover the Therapeutic Power of Green Spaces and Gardening Think about this, there’s nothing like the calming effect of nature to soothe our minds. It’s like a green, leafy retreat for your brain, helping to ease stress, sharpen focus,…
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5 Ways to improve gut health
Poor gut health drags you down physically and emotionally. I had heartburn only when pregnant thankfully. Gas, bloating and constipation have all blighted my life at one point or another. My son also had gut issues which were very challenging to get diagnosed. Shifts in stomach acid, gut immunity and gastrointestinal flora can all play havoc with your digestive system. As I get older, I have made a promise to look after myself better. So here are 5 ways to improve gut health that are on my agenda. It’s all about taking a holistic approach and not just thinking it is about diet although diet is of course important. Diet…
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Getting Pregnant at 40: a Few Things to Know
For most of us who have thought about getting pregnant or would like to have a baby at some point, there are so many things that we need to weigh up in our lives. This includes the practical considerations, for example, whether you should get into a stable career before you have children, but there’s also the feeling that time is ticking away. Lots of people are having babies later in life, so if you are approaching 40 or considering what your options are at the age of 40, here are a few things to consider. The Decline in Fertility From 30, fertility starts to decline, and most women will…