Category: Health

• My Evening Routine

  Posted at 8:08 pm by Holly, on April 17, 2018

  

  I remember last year doing a Morning routine for you which you can see here

  So I guess you need a night one to go with it so here’s what usually happens of an evening.

  

   

  I turn on my fairy lights, it gets me in the chilled kind of mood and when the lights aren’t so bright you are telling your eyes its time to unwind.

  

  I grab myself my favourite mug and do myself an Ovaltine light drink. Because it contains malt it’s a nice drink to have before bed and aids sleep.

  

  I get my to-do list and write on washi tape and get down all the things I want to get done the next day. Once it’s written down it’s most likely to get done.

  

  I get my skincare products and get off all my make up as I don’t fancy panda eyes in the morning or my pillow covered with foundation.  I find it therapeutic.

  

  I have been filling in my Happy Journal by Fearne Cotton since I got it at the beginning of the year. It’s really good to get your thoughts out and into the journal.

  

  

  I love nothing more than listening to love songs at bedtime they are just very soothing and help me nod off and these two stations never fail to disappoint. Sometimes I listen to a podcast or two instead which are always easy listening.

  

  My hot water bottle always comes to bed with me. I am one of those that needs to be warm to be able to get to sleep. If I can’t get to sleep you will find me nosing through Pinterest for inspiration. It’s easy to get carried away on there.

  There you have it my Evening routine. Feel free to click on the links to take you to some of my related posts.

  Til next time my beauts

  

   

   

  Posted in creativity, DIY, favourites, Health, journaling, lifestyle, Personal, Positivity | 4 Comments | Tagged DIY, inspiration, journaling, lifestyle, music, Personal, routine

• Life with these 5 types would never be boring

  Posted at 11:55 am by Holly, on April 10, 2018

  

  I believe you need these 5 types of people in your life to have it kind of balanced and with a bit of variety.

  The Inspired

  Someone who you look up to for what they do and would love to do that for the greater good and for themselves . They make you go yes I want that. They spur you on without them actually knowing. They are admired from afar.

  The Passionate

  Someone who is really into something and puts their absolute all into making it as perfect as they can. This is done with love as well as effort because they are so passionate about it. They generally give out a real positive aura. They are just lovely people to be around.

  The Motivated

  Someone who wakes up in the morning with their goals set and their aim is high. They want to smash each and every one of their goals. Then when they are completed, a new list begins. They thrive on being kept busy and love a challenge. Motivational people are great at helping others other than just themselves.

  The Grateful

  Someone who has a big heart sees the beauty in most things and appreciates the small things as much as the big. They don’t ask for much in life, just happiness and that warm feeling from something or somebody.

  The Open Minded

  Someone that doesn’t really judge. Who has time for peoples opinions and won’t frown upon them if they are a little bit different. Who you can have a conversation with about something random and the won’t look at you like you have two heads.

  Life would never be boring, each and every one would be different and see life in different perspectives.

  I’m pretty sure if you look amongst your friends, you will find all five. If you don’t go out and look for them. Live a fruitful life.

  Thanks for stopping by

  Til next time…

  

  Posted in Confidence, creativity, Equality, Health, lifestyle, Personal, Positivity, words of wisdom | 4 Comments | Tagged advice, inspiration, lifestyle, Personal, Positive thinking, writing

• Listen to your body

  Posted at 7:06 am by Holly, on April 6, 2018

  

  Listening to your body is one of the most important things you need to do.

  In 2011 i foolishly snogged a frog and unknown to me I had contracted glandular fever from him. Nice one.

  That was in itself a horrendous time in my life…months of no energy and a year of a croaky voice. Life was boring as hell.

  Fast forward 3 years and I started having the exact same kind of symptoms and some others on top. I found that simple tasks were unbearable to do I had no strength. I couldn’t focus on anything – my memory was shocking.

  Turns out i had M.E ( otherwise known as chronic fatigue or myalgic encephalomyelitis) and it wasn’t going away. I am on the 4th year of having it. I get days where my voice has gone and I have zero energy and other days where I have heaps of energy and you can’t shut me up.

  This Sunday just gone was when a huge flare up hit me. The first in I’d say 3 months and i spent 5 days in bed doing not very much at all. All I was able to do was sleep and stare at the walls. The occasional flip though my phone but even that was exhausting.

  I listened to my body and rested it until my Fatigue levels were low that I was able to function more normal. I am still without a working voice I sound like a adolescent boy.

  My point is when you don’t feel your normal self take some time to take a breather and really take care of yourself . Who else will take care of it if you don’t.

  Thanks for stopping by

  Til next time

  

  Posted in Chronic illness, Health, lifestyle, Personal, Positivity | 3 Comments | Tagged Chronic illness, Health, lifestyle, Positive thinking

• 10 ways to practice self love

  Posted at 7:00 pm by Holly, on March 14, 2018

  

  

  We all need to look after ourselves.

    I know some of you are thinking- ‘I don’t have time for that’….oh yes you do.

  I am pretty sure you can spare 5 minutes and devote it just to you.

  Here are 10 ways you can apply a bit of self-love and it will make you feel so much better afterwards

  1. Grab a pen and some paper and write down 5 things that make you happy – then read them back and feel that smile on your face and in your heart,
  2. Listen to your favourite song, even put it on repeat if you like, sing along or dance. Enjoy how it makes you feel.
  3. Prepare your favourite meal/ snack. Have a little feast, It won’t hurt every once in a while.
  4. Light a candle, one with a scent that makes you go mmm. Get all nostalgic. Don’t forget to blow it out once you’re done.
  5. Pamper yourself by applying a face mask or painting your nails. One deserves a pampering every once in a while
  6. Read some of your favourite quotes – Make a board on Pinterest and keep adding to it. In times of need, they can be powerful.
  7. Put on an outfit that you love, or a colour that makes you feel good, or your favourite PJs.
  8. Do a quick yoga session or just sit in peace and meditate. Don’t think of anything in particular. Just be in the now.
  9. Make yourself a hot chocolate or a yummy smoothie and just enjoy.
  10. Soak in the bath or have a nice long shower and just appreciate the me time.

  There you have it.

  Hope you will take some of these and apply them in your day/week. You deserve it.

  Allow yourself relaxation and above anything else Happiness.

  Til next time

  

  Posted in Confidence, Health, lifestyle, mental health, Personal, words of wisdom | 0 Comments | Tagged advice, Health, life, lifestyle, mental health, Personal, self love

• 10 Podcasts you need to listen to

  Posted at 7:49 pm by Holly, on March 6, 2018

  

  I over the last year or so have really enjoyed clicking on that purple icon, yes the one that some people think is one of the useless apps on iPhones. I think it really needs to be given more credit.

  I usually turn to it at the end of the night when I need to wind down… it’s the time when I find I am a bit more alert. Sounds silly but it wouldn’t sink in first thing I’d still be in a zombie state.

  Anyways…. I have 10 on my list – a nice round number to suggest so here goes.

  1.  IS IT JUST ME

  This is Glamours podcast which includes one Celebrity on each episode. The topics they talk about absolutely allsorts nothing is ever off limits so if you don’t have an open mind don’t click. Its usually every Tuesday and today it’s Leona Lewis.

  2.  HAPPY PLACE

  This is Fearne Cottons new podcast that only launched yesterday (5th March). She is going to be talking to familiar faces /voices in this case and find out where their happy place is and what their happiness in life. It was a double bill of Dawn French and then an episode also with Tom Daly. You won’t want to miss your Monday fix of Fearne ever again. I am a big fan of hers anyway so this is just fab.

  3 .  THIS WEEK

  I have followed Sarah for ages on Youtube and I understand her surnames Rocksdale but on here she is under Sarah Ragsdale. She’s such an upbeat and positive person and it really comes across in her podcasts.  She shares things like how to unwind after a stressful day, a fresh start and forgiveness amongst loads of other topics. She uploads her episodes on a Tuesday so go subscribe and also check out her youtube channel too.

  4.  CTRL ALT DELETE

  You probably have seen Emma’s book online if not read it well she has a podcast too. I have only just recently just subscribed to her podcast and it looks like she used to do podcasts as far back as 2016 and is starting them back up again so I can’t say when her next one will be but her latest one was the end of February so keep your eyes peeled. They are full of discussions on things like failure, comparing yourself, not following a herd as shes put it.

  5.  PUT YOURSELF FIRST

  Kat Horrocks is an online entrepreneur who empowers women and really keeps you in a positive mindset the whole time you are listening to her. I discovered her last year on youtube and when she announced in December she was doing a podcast I thought awesome so she is now in my library to catch up on as she does two podcasts one on a Monday and one on a Friday.

  6.  FROM THE HEART

  Rachael better known as Yoga girl has had her podcast a whole year and I can’t believe I haven’t come across her sooner. Her podcasts are so inciteful as she reveals her take on the topic of the week and also has a guest in aswell to talk it through with. Its such an easy listening series and she uploads on a Friday. So if you are into more personal podcasts look no further.

  7.ON YOUR JOURNEY

  Jamie Michelle started her podcast journey just over a month ago. she talks about how to have your healthiest, happiest best life and isn’t that what we all want? The length of her podcasts are about 15-20 mins so perfect if you are one of those people that don’t want to listen to an hour-long one then Jamie is your girl. Monday is when you can catch a new episode.

  8.  THE ANXIETY PODCAST

  If like me you suffer from anxiety you would have looked on the web for all possibilities of coping mechanisms or cures. Tim Collins has nearly 3 years worth of episodes on his podcast of some tips on how to cope and manage your anxiety effectively. Whatever your anxiety dilemma there is an episode to help you. Make sure on a Wednesday you listen in and have a flick back at all his other available episodes.

  9.  THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE

  This is a personal growth and lifestyle design podcast so if you are looking to improve any aspect of your life then Aileens spanking new podcast which launched this Sunday just gone will hopefully be of some help. She has a really lovely softly spoken voice and I adore her on Youtube so I will keep my fingers crossed for her success here.

  10.  THE MINDFUL KIND

  I know not everyone understands mindfulness, but listening to one of Rachael Kables episodes on The Mindful Kind which are no longer than 10mins you will soon understand the concept of it,  and how it can help you in everyday life. Her last episode was talking about mindful studying, so all you students out there may benefit from that one. Catch her episodes every Thursday.

  Thanks for reading and I hope that you will maybe listen in to one of the podcasts mentioned.

  If you have any recommendations feel free to comment below.

  Til next time…

  

  Posted in Confidence, Health, lifestyle, mental health, Personal, Positivity, words of wisdom | 8 Comments | Tagged advice, creativity, Health, inspiration, lifestyle, music, Personal, podcast, Positivity

• I need a little me time

  Posted at 9:15 pm by Holly, on March 2, 2018

  

  

  I have been meaning to have a little pampering for a few nights now. It has been one of those days that I felt a little anxious and needed a little wind-down.

  After tea I ran myself a nice bubble bath. I chose some Lavender Radox stress less bubbles and jumped on in.

  I put some acoustic music on my kindle and lit a candle. There’s something about acoustic music that takes my worries away.

  20 mins relaxation in the tub was so nice and much needed. The cleanse, tone and moisturise on my face topped off my little sesh.

  I’m in a warm onesie curled up in bed ready to settle down for the night.

  If you ever are having a bit of a rubbish day set aside half an hour or so to treat your body and mind.

  Thanks for reading

  Til next time…

  

  Posted in Beauty, Health, lifestyle, mental health, Personal | 0 Comments | Tagged Beauty, Health, life, lifestyle, music, Personal

• Disabled Not Dumb

  Posted at 2:43 pm by Holly, on February 24, 2018

  

  I believe we are all given problems in life so we can prove we are strong enough to get through them to enjoy the happier times.

  The majority of the time I’m laughing the day away with a positive mind. I have been handed a pretty crap hand over the last few years and of course there are days when I don’t feel as strong and its just me, my hot water bottle and bed.  Of late there are people that make the situation I’m in – In a wheelchair rather annoying and sad.

  Here are some of the things that people say:

  • Asking my Mum “Is she ok?” – I’m sat right here they can ask me
  • “You don’t want to be in there all your life” – damn right I don’t
  • “Can’t you just do more exercise?” – if only it was that easy
  • “I’m so sorry you poor thing” – no pity needed, it doesn’t help

  Also when going on the bus some of the bus drivers aren’t helpful in the slightest and just expect you to do wheelies on and off the bus, the ramp was put in for a reason. There’s been a handful of times I’ve cried cos I have felt useless because I just can’t get on and off the bus like everyone else.

  I guess there is always going to be ignorant assholes and I’ve just got to grin and bear it.

  

  I am not my disability and I hope that others can see that too instead of treating me like that’s all that I am. The majority of people are lovely its the minority that ruins it.

  Thanks for reading and I’ll see you in a happier post next time.

  Posted in Chronic illness, Equality, Health, lifestyle, Personal, Positive thinking | 0 Comments | Tagged Chronic illness, disability, Health, inspiration, life, lifestyle, Personal

• It began 3 years ago

  Posted at 10:04 am by Holly, on January 28, 2018

  

  Here you go here’s your stockings and gown, it won’t be long and you’ll be ready to go down. Sign right here to go under the knife, I swear this operation will change your life.

  Today marks 3 years since I had my bladder stoma (also known as Mavis) I will do a video in a week or two to tell you all about it and the struggles along the way.

  I just thought it was an occasion to write about as it has impacted my life since 2015.

  I couldn’t be happier with it and I really couldn’t live without it.

  Happy Sunday

  Much love…Me xxx

  Oh and here’s a quote I found quite fitting.

  

  Posted in Chronic illness, Health, lifestyle, Personal, writing | 0 Comments | Tagged Chronic illness, Confidence, Health, inspiration, lifestyle, Personal, Positivity, writing

• It’s personal to me

  Posted at 2:30 pm by Holly, on January 23, 2018

  

  I don’t know about you but I just love having things that nobody else has kind of bespoke. One of a kind. A few things I am featuring today are just that.

  I will start off with my laptop it’s a ASUS 2-1 with stylus you can find it on PC World and I love it it’s small and just enough for me to put well anywhere I like. I have had it for a few months and thought I need to jazz it up a bit so I got some sticker paper and searched for the things that I love from google images which as you can see are Spotify, Netflix, WordPress, Twitter, My Blog and Wi-fi. Of course it had to be pink cos that’s just me.

  

  Next is a Name Necklace that I was kindly sent from Ineffabless. I have a nice little collection of their jewellery now. I chose a personalised necklace because I hadn’t had one with my name on for years and thought it was simple but edgy at the same time. I wear it every day, haven’t taken it off since I got it in the post that’s how much I love it.

  

  These next 3 things are from 3 separate people. First of all the light up H I got for my Birthday it was from Hobbycraft. It’s actually quite bright. I’m unsure if they are still stocking them. Then I got this H notepad and I believe the person who bought it for me got it in Matalan at Christmas so there may still be some in their stationery collection. I am yet to use it, however there are tonnes of pages so I’m sure I can fill them up at some point. Lastly the mug. So simple but yet so mine. There isn’t anyone else in the family with my initial so of course it’s mine. It was from Home Bargains and I know they still have them.

  

  Believe it or not I got this iPhone 6s case for £6.49 from Amazon of all places and it’s one of the best quality cases I’ve ever put in my phone and it looks pretty and it’s personal to me and I have a lot of compliments about it. They have other styles and for other models too so I reckon if you like mine you should take a nosey

  

  Thanks for reading and I’ll see you in my next post

  Til then…

  

  Posted in blog, DIY, Health, Jewellery, lifestyle, Personal, writing | 2 Comments | Tagged favourites, inspiration, life hacks, lifestyle, music, Personal, productivity, writing

• A SKINCARE ROUTINE THATS KIND TO YOUR PURSE

  Posted at 7:03 pm by Holly, on January 18, 2018

  

  As I am writing this I am absolutely kicking myself.

  These products are what i use in my new skincare regime, however are now buy one get one free. The annoyance is… I bought them all full price literally the other week.

  

  Let me take you from left to right and talk about each product from the Naturally Radiant range at Superdrug.

  Glycolic Overnight Peel – Before opening it I had pictures in my head of my face being stuck to my pillow when I woke up. That was not the case. It went on like a thin layer, and dried in no time. When I woke up it didn’t take much to remove it, in fact I just used some warm water. It recommends to use it twice a week, you don’t need very much so it will last a while.

  2 in 1 Moisturiser and Serum – I wanted to buy this as my skin suffers from dry patches and it specified it was for dry skin so I thought why not give it a go. I have been applying a little before my makeup as a primer and then sometimes at the end of the day too. Sometimes applying it the next morning is not needed. I really like it and it does the job and I love that it’s a light product in a pump bottle too. Happy Holly.

  Brightening Hot Cloth Cleanser – I only decided to buy this as I really couldn’t justify spending a big amount on the Liz Earle one if it wasn’t any good for my skin so that’s why I went hunting for a cheaper alternative, and found this one. I love the concept of it removing all your make up just like that. I do on occasions use a face wipe before doing the cleanser as I think it speeds up the routine if you want to get in bed that tiny bit quicker. Thumbs up for me and its a fraction of the price of the more expensive Cleanse and polish… I forgot to add it comes with a cloth too.

  Brightening Micro Polish   – This is a gentle exfoliator that really does wonders to the condition of my skin. I only use a small amount and work it into my dry patches mainly before distributing it to the rest of my face. I have only used this twice as I have done it once a week and I have to say I am impressed.

  Brightening Eye Cream – Since I am now in my 30’s I thought I best start looking after my eyes and I must admit I do suffer with dark circles under my eyes. Thankfully no bags yet. So i decided to get an eye cream to apply before bed to work overnight and leave me with less shading underneath and it’s early days but I am hoping it improves them a little bit.Its not a miracle cream at the mo but it has potential.

  THE ADDED BONUS IS ITS CRUELTY-FREE

  So if you’re interested in any of them then take a nosey on the Superdrug website here or click on the products mentioned above. Be quick before the offer is gone though.

  Thanks for stopping by

  Til next time…

  

  Posted in Beauty, Health, Personal, review | 5 Comments | Tagged Beauty, cruelty free, Health, lifestyle, Personal, review, Skincare

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