The year 2025, and the ones that shortly preceded it, have been absolutely diabolical, as the kids would say, for the standards of what’s considered “successful”, sustainable, and generally recommended for the long-term health of our gender and …
I will be the first to admit that, up until recently, I used the terms gut instinct and intuition interchangeably throughout my adult life. In the back-and-forth of personal reflection, common storytelling, and general socializing – perhaps describing …
And can conscious brands harness the shift? Recent conversations and interactions with mainstream media suggest signs and symptoms of a significant shift in shopping sentiment. Fashion and beauty media outlets such as the Business of Fashion, Vogue Business …
“The Death of Clubbing”, they say, is imminent upon us. Who would’ve thought? As a late-thirties millennial, with memories still fresh in my mind of the way things used to be, I’d be lying if I said the …
Now that summer has wrapped, let’s reflect. We saw it everywhere on a record scale, and a part of me has to address it. I’m referring to the manic surge in travel to Europe. Correct me if I’m …
You know, I didn’t think there would be a time (so soon anyway) when I would be suggesting guidance on how one can master enjoying the delight of one’s alone time, but here we are. Let’s be fair, …
Baring skin has its time and place in every woman’s life, at some stage or another. Whether it’s the very first “mini” you dared to put on and waltz around in, a halter top for your high school …
In 2025, most people have made living in the most efficient, quick, timely, and effective manner their ultimate goal and something of an extreme sport. The art of taking one’s time, of savouring routine, of reconnecting with the …
Up until two years ago, I would have considered myself an absolute global travel enthusiast by all standard definitions. Speaking from the perspective of my younger mind, there were endless reasons why visiting cities and countries around the …
I write this as I dine at what some consider a semi-swanky place. This version entails high ceilings, industrial design and décor, and your standard heart-thumping deep-house (at a low volume) playing in the background. “Swanky” can mean …
Getty Images for Unsplash+ As far as the concept of “minimalist” hairstyles goes, it’s unarguable that any look besides wearing your hair up and away from your face leads the charge. The only other option is wearing it …
The concept of love and romance has evolved dramatically over the last 100 years. Our parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents all experienced extremely different versions of courtship, deep connection and love with their romantic interests, not all of whom …
The true root of my inspiration for this particular topic escapes me. I know it’s a heavy one. It may be the human nature and sociology reading binge I’ve been on combined with the 2025 goal-setting spree I …
It’s one of the oldest anxiety-inducing experiences in the book. Periods of intense overspending are usually followed by shock, regret, guilt, and panic about whether you really could and should have gone so far. Whether it was a …
2025 will be the year I turn 39. I like this late-thirties era. The increased maturity (most days), deepened perspectives, heightened self-acceptance, and what felt like an instantaneous inner calm the day I turned 38 have all contributed …
I was never one to dream of or picture my wedding day growing up. Certain aspects of it, yes—the dress and choice of venue (always my favourite part of any wedding)—but that’s mostly where it ended. I adore …
I’ve started to feel like the so-called “world-class cities “get all the hype. Whether they happen to be in Europe, North America, the Middle East, or Asia, the idealization of travelling to, working in, or living in cities …
The title of this article could be interpreted in two ways: as day-to-day routine activities that we currently engage in that we pair with the delight of an alcoholic beverage, or as leisurely or social experiences one may …
I will never tire of analyzing the psychology of our human obsession (often even against our own will) with social media. I find it absolutely intriguing in every way. The fact that we’re over a decade into having …
I wouldn’t consider myself a globetrotter in the true sense of the word – I haven’t visited all continents, backpacked for months through South America, or had any out-of-the-ordinary or one-of-a-kind exploratory experiences. Still, I think I’ve gone …
There is something to be said about an enchantment with the unknown. Various things could arouse this feeling—people with reticent personalities or deep-thinking minds, those utterly content with their own space, time, and company, or someone with a …
The feelings evoked by the perceived availability of a wide selection of people, places, or things in life that we consider stylish, beautiful, emotionally fulfilling, practical, delicious, or status-enhancing can be compared to similar feelings evoked by love …
High Value has become an incredibly ubiquitous, persuasive term, made famous by the virtual tidal wave that is social media, especially in 2024. I didn’t overthink it when the term first started making the rounds. It’s intriguing in …
Tears represent so many different things to us throughout our lives. From the time we are infants through old age, weeping, sobbing, wailing, or any other variation of emotional expression serves so many different purposes. As I grew …
Putting off pleasure in a generation like today’s seems like a practically nonexistent and impossible notion. Small to large-scale dopamine triggers exist around every corner, and none of us are immune to some version of their attractiveness. From …
Sharing a living space with a loved one, friend or family member can be one of life’s most beautiful, communal and emotionally enriching experiences. The things you uncover about yourself and the other can lead to incredible learning, …
Moving through the world in 2024, both virtually and literally, has opened my eyes and altered my perspective on how we humans engage and interact with our living surroundings. Cultures, lifestyles, and mindsets globally are evolving at rapid …
Travelling the globe and scratching off as many locations off our bucket lists as we can have turned into a combination of an extreme sport and a benchmark of ultimate life success. With the rise of social media …
For decades, cosmopolitan cities worldwide have held a certain appeal that draws international attention to tourism, work, and permanent settlement. Glittery destinations such as NYC, London, Paris, Miami, and Dubai, to name a few, offer dreams and visions …
I am currently reading “The Many Lives of Marilyn Monroe” by Sarah Churchwell. It’s a deep and nuanced composite of the many versions of her life story that have been told over the ages. I won’t get into …
Photo by Jed Owen on Unsplash I have been a committed advocate for small-space living for quite some time now. I know with certainty that I would live in a compact space indefinitely if left up to me. …
The word minimalism might initially inspire thoughts of living lightly strictly in the physical or aesthetic sense: buying less and purging more material items. Decorating our homes lightly and making do with fewer clothes, makeup and products. But …
As much as I speak about the benefits of living a minimalist lifestyle, I have to admit that I only started living this way due to a move abroad that forced me to take stock of all of …
A boring life tends to get a bad reputation. It typically creates visuals of getting through a dreary daily routine, rarely trying new things, killing time until the next fun event or activity, or anything else that could …
Honestly, shopping for clothes lost its appeal as a leisurely activity for me years ago. Malls or high streets of any kind cause me anxiety unless I am laser focused on getting to one particular store and nothing …
I first thought about the concept of highs versus happiness when I heard the author Mark Manson speak about it on a podcast with YouTube life coach Jay Shetty. Mark discusses the concept of differentiating the two words …
Skincare. It’s my favourite part of my self-care routine. However it hasn’t always been a peachy keen experience. It’s been a ten year roller-coaster of trial and error, anxiety, frustration, and finally, joy once I got the formula …
I have battled my weaknesses in time management on and off for as long as I can remember. There are and always will be too many fun and shiny things (literally and figuratively) that can hook one’s attention …
Feeling comfortable with my own company has always come naturally to me. I haven’t yet been able to identify if it’s because of my inborn personality, the environment and lifestyle that nurtured me, or a combination of both. …
This post contains affiliate links. This means that I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post, at no cost to you. Ernest Hemingway said it best: “I love sleep. My life tends to fall apart …
This post contains affiliate links. This means that I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post, at no cost to you. Experiences vs. Things: It’s a debate that seemingly has an undeniable answer. If you …
If you’ve had the chance to read a few of my blog posts so far, you might have gathered that the pandemic taught me a lot. (I’ve spoken about lessons from the pandemic here). One of these lessons is …
The word boredom doesn’t typically evoke many positive feelings within us. We associate boredom with disengagement, monotony, feeling uninterested in the current situation and hoping to be or get to somewhere else. Boredom creeps up on us while …
I thoroughly enjoy the gift selection process when shopping for those closest to me and whom I know the best. Over the years – as we all have – I have gift shopped for romantic interests, family, best …
There was a six-year period in my life when all I wanted to do was travel as widely as I could. The further and more different the place was from my home city, the better. I prioritized beaches, …
Note: I understand that there are relevant arguments about whether there is such a thing as “normal” again or if this is just a lull in a potentially more complex issue. But for this article, I will assume …
What exactly is decision fatigue? Decision fatigue is the mental and emotional depletion from making hundreds to thousands of minor and major choices over an average day. Whether it’s something as trivial as if you should hit Snooze …
My relationship with my hair has always been relatively one-dimensional. Like many others, I got attached to a shoulder blade length at 15 years old and never diverted from there for two decades. It was a symbol of …
Living in an age of information overload can get the better of us at some point or another. Our jobs, relationships, task lists, current world events, and daily social media and technology interactions can leave us feeling depleted …
Minimalism can mean different things to different people. Life tends to take us in different directions over the years. These changes come with new and evolved mindsets that can better serve us, our wellbeing, and our surroundings. Sometimes, …
One of the core areas in which I’ve seen a massive change for the better while living simple – is my health. Before I elaborate, I should state that I am in no way a licensed health professional …
I’ve been reading Deepak Chopra’s “The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success.” He discusses the misplaced, extremely high value placed on material abundance as a universal marker of success. Moreover, he says, success is a journey and not a …
I wondered to myself the other day about how committed to this minimalism journey I am? What would be considered going too far with this concept, and is it negatively permeating other areas of my life? When I …
The pandemic forced us all to get creative with finding ways to maintain a positive attitude and find pleasure in the simple things of life. As we all know, most of our escapist habits and tendencies were snatched …
Impulse: A sudden strong and unreflective urge to desire or act. Hmmm, I don’t know about you, but I’ve been a victim of that definition in one or more situations in my life so far. Sometimes, especially with …
The pandemic taught me the importance of a well-suited living environment that I enjoy and spend much time in. (I’ve spoken about that and other lessons from the pandemic here).The word “small” in this article is open to …
Ahh, social media. The vibrant images, the videos, the memes. The connections to people from our past and present, and the daily news updates straight into our phones everywhere we go. It all seems so sexy, so stimulating, …
Let’s face it. Famous people are everywhere and we can’t help but be interested. At least a little. Celebrity best dressed lists and “Who are you wearing” segments at awards shows have permeated our TV screen and fashion …
HOW IT STARTED I never really took the time to understand and adequately experiment with practicing meditation until the COVID-19 pandemic. I was always too busy, too skeptical, too impatient. The idea of dedicating precious time in the …
Bringing products and experiences directly to consumers has been the winning strategy for many brands and companies, and the food industry has been no different. What started as a convenience strategy for the typical busy, professional type has …
The skincare industry has truly exploded over the last decade. With the emergence of YouTube in recent years, the power of the influencer has grown to celebrity levels and, with that, the beauty and skincare products they recommend. …
Now I won’t claim to be an expert preaching about all things fast fashion. Personally, I’m in the process of educating myself as much as I can about the unethical practice and what I’ve been doing wrong so …
As we round the turn of the world’s second Christmas spent in the psychological and physical confines of the COVID-19 pandemic, the focus tends to be on what we can buy for loved ones (and ourselves) to distract …
I always thought that being a minimalist was a trendy, aesthetic concept that we’ve learned about through social media for the last few years. Things like a lightly decorated apartment, a capsule wardrobe, artsy line drawings in delicate …
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