I've got 3 high-protein green smoothie recipes for a better breakfast. I take you through the basic building blocks of how to build your own smoothies too so they're not too high in sugar (ie: too much fruit!) They're all fast and easy and have options with and without protein powder.
Read MoreIt’s that time of year again… The moment we start heading into Thanksgiving, that means we’re pretty much kicking off into the end-of-year PARTY SEASON!!
You’ve worked hard all year, so if that means you get to slack off just a little bit in the next few weeks and head to All. The. December. Parties… go on then, why not. And if you’ve over-indulged just a wee bit…
Read MoreFollowing on from my previous recommendations of the 21 best healthy-ish restaurants as well as the 7 best coffee/ cafés in Amsterdam, next up - we’ve got the best smoothie and juice bars in town.
Firstly, my big dislike with the majority of smoothie places is - there’s too much fruit and not enough greens in…
Read MoreThis month’s theme is focussed around one important nutrient you’ll need for stress relief. If you’ve been going through a particularly busy time at work, or a trying time with the family… anything that might have been giving you some anxiety, worries and stress, this month’s update could have something to help you relax…
Read MoreA short update today on this month’s edition of my “5 Good Things To Share!”
Have you heard of this? Have you signed up for it? Have you been living under a rock?
Just kidding.
Are you interested in how to stay fit and healthy but have no time…
Ho! Ho! Ho! So you’ve made it through the office parties, manic airport queues, and trying not to kill your family members on day one of seeing them. Well done, you. Now with a few weeks of sleep debt, endless party hangovers and racing to wrap up the end of the year at the office, you’re feeling kind of run down and…
Read MoreSmoothie blending versus juicing? I get asked this question all the time!
What’s the difference? In smoothies, all the ingredients are blended up including all the insoluble fibre. In juices, the insoluble fibre is removed, so all you’re left with is… well, the liquid part, or the juice! Here are some of the pros and cons of both:
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Lately, I’ve been noticing a familiar pattern - both in myself and in the people I work with.
We know we need rest. We feel the signs of fatigue or overwhelm.
But the idea of doing something about it feels like too much…
Every month, I write “5 Good Things” to help you bring your yoga and meditation practice from your mat into your life. It’s the apps, books, podcasts, products that have helped me live a little more intentionally. This is a preview of 2025’s emails.
Having been on a number of silent retreats and made a few videos on some of my experiences, it’s natural that I often get asked the question of: “Which silent retreat would you recommend?”
Here are some of the teachers I’ve studied with and places I’ve been to I’d recommend…
Every month, I write “5 Good Things” to help you bring your yoga and meditation practice from your mat into your life. It’s the apps, books, podcasts, products that have helped me live a little more intentionally. This is a preview of 2024’s emails.
Afternoon meditation for positivity. When you need a little pick-me-up or power nap, this short guided meditation can help you emerge a little more rested, ready to continue your day with more positive energy.
Why do I keep returning to silent retreats regularly? I'm on my fourth silent meditation retreat now and have been going regularly, every 6 months to 1 year. I go through why I regularly give myself these timeouts... and if life constantly feels overwhelming with too much going on - perhaps you might want to consider training with an experienced meditation teacher near you too!
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Every first Sunday of the month I write 5 Good Things - a monthly email of reflections, practices, and small insights designed to support your nervous system and help bring mindful awareness into daily life. This is a preview of 2026’s emails.