Gift giving and recommendations.
I love to give gifts that I know the person will love as it is related to their hobbies or lifestyle, or an experience like eating out or seeing a show or movie, or something for wellbeing. My son follows in my tradition.
He gave me for Mother’s Day fingerless gloves. I am prone to Raynaud’s phenomenon, aka white finger(s), where your finger…
Advice if you are thinking about changing careers – it’s really interesting for all ages
This is a really helpful tool for figuring out your next move. My son was struggling to figure out what he wanted to do with his career.
Considering the average person changes careers 3 to 7 times in their lifetime, according to various studies. This number can vary based on industry trends…
When I look at this photo, my mind immediately goes to my trusty swimsuit. It’s more than just fabric; it’s a symbol of a year of consistent daily swims and the motivation that kept me going.
Motivational swimming
But it represents so much more:
The feeling of the water: That exhilarating sensation when I dive in.
Shared joy: The fun I have going to the pool with my…
Happiness often created by everyday connections between us. It’s woven into the fabric of our relationships, both big and small. And the beautiful truth is, these connections aren’t limited to specific places or times. They can spark anywhere – a shared laugh in a shop queue, a friendly wave to a familiar face on your daily walk, or a simple ‘hello’ to a…
If you have ever suffered from SAD (Seasonal Affective disorder) or have a lot of bone injuries from sport or naturally ageing, then you need to really pay attention to Vitamin D and sun exposure. When I hurt my knee a few years ago, the specialist surgeon said everyone in the UK should be on a Vitamin D supplement. He said he’d have less patients but he’d still be happy. Good…
Is it negative to live each day with “What if there was no tomorrow?”. I don’t think so. It is easier to focus on living in the present moment. You have a greater appreciation for the day. You also have a moment to think about your current lifestyle. What do you like about it, what do you want to change, what would you do or not do if there were no tomorrow”?
I…
Sometimes you need a quick shift, whether you’re feeling down or overwhelmed. The great news is, you already have powerful tools at your disposal. Try one of these simple, effective, and completely free ways to change your mood right now.
London Mums Magazine editor Monica Costa‘s happy smile at Trevi Fountain in Rome
1. Tune Into Music
Music is an instant mood lifter. It can…
Got a minute? Let’s play a timed game. It is called “what can you do in one minute”. Time management is such an important part of a life balance, and yet, we still can’t seem to manage our time.
Some people are always late, others super early, and others that plan their time to an extreme and can’t be flexible for changing it.
London Mums magazine editor Monica Costa takes her…
Many people view vaping as a “safer” or “healthier” alternative to traditional cigarettes. This perspective, however, is not supported by scientific evidence. While the health risks of smoking are well-documented and devastating, vaping is not a harmless substitute. It introduces a new set of dangers, and its long-term health consequences are still being uncovered. This is…
As a hypnotherapist, I read everything and anything about the minds. Recently, two books have been written about the power of manifestations: Mind Magic by James Doty and The Neuroscience of Manifesting by Sabrina Brennan.
Manifestation is the process of bringing desires into reality through focused thought, belief, and aligned action. At its core, it’s the idea that our thoughts are…