I think we are all familiar with the following clip - a typical ‘bro with a podcast’ guy talking about his morning routine… getting up at 4am, heading to the gym for an intense 2 hour workout, followed by an hour of sauna and cold plunging, a cold shower, before he heads into his 1 hour meditation… this routine he swears is the reason he is ‘an alpha male’ in his career in trading or whatever… (ok maybe I took some poetic license). His disgust at the rest of us mere plebes who are in bed until 6:30am or 7am is palpable… but what I want to know is - where is this guy’s girlfriend or wife? Who is looking after his children?

So how many of us all have the bedroom chair - or in my case it was a storage box. A pretty velvet storage box with cushions on top… cushions that rarely saw the light of day as there was usually some clothes thrown over the top. It is from this pile that I used to dress myself from each morning… are you feeling seen?

How are you feeling about your upcoming holiday? Are you excited to get away but dread the thought of having to thrall through the wardrobe to pack? Or worse (at least for the environment and or your wallet) buying a whole suitcase worth of new clothes every time you leave the country?

Wasn’t dressing for the office pre-pandemic so much easier? Smart-casual has changed - and it can be tricky to know what to wear on these RTO days when the suit feels too much for you.

Regardless of whether I am going someplace hot or someplace cold - these are the 5 non-negotiables in my hand luggage (aside from the obvious like my wallet or passport) for travelling.

Are you feeling guilty about wasting time and money on clothing purchases that end up not being worn or feeling regretful?

What does personal style mean to you? I would guess that it means something different to all of us but with some common threads…

In the world of Feng Shui, the element of fire represents passion, transformation, and inspiration. Just as fire brings warmth and vitality, incorporating the fiery energy into your personal style can ignite a sense of confidence and self-expression.

In the realm of Feng Shui, the element of wood represents growth, vitality, and flexibility. It symbolizes qualities such as creativity, adaptability, and renewal. Just as wood thrives in nature, incorporating the energetic qualities of wood into your personal style can infuse your look with a sense of freshness and authenticity.

Metal, one of the fundamental elements in Feng Shui, embodies qualities such as precision, clarity, and efficiency. It represents strength, organization, and a focused mindset. When infused into your personal style, the element of metal can bring forth a sense of sophistication, structure, and timeless elegance. Incorporating metal elements can inspire and elevate a woman's style, allowing her to showcase her inner strength and radiate a refined and polished presence.

In the philosophy of Feng Shui, the element of earth represents stability, grounding, and nourishment. It symbolizes qualities such as practicality, stability, and a connection to nature. When integrated into your personal style, the element of earth can create a sense of balance, comfort, and harmony.

Water, one of the five elements in Feng Shui, symbolizes flow, intuition, and emotional depth. It represents qualities such as calmness, clarity, and adaptability. When infused into your personal style, the element of water can bring forth a sense of tranquility, elegance, and a touch of mystery.

This is the first post in a series I intend to write on Fashion Feng Shui. I will explain each of the elements in a post but first of all - what the hell is it, and why should you care?

Ireland is having a heatwave… and while we are all afraid to complain about it (in case we manifest it stopping and going back to rain), we all seem to be actually melting in the heat we are most definitely not accustomed to!

If you have been here before then you will have noticed there have been lots of changes this week… and honestly the changes are not just here - they are in everything I am doing and being.

Are you feeling stuck when it comes to planning the next step in your life?

Happy International Women’s Day to all the wonderful ladies here!

Even now, in 2021, people still refer to the weddings as being the best day of a woman’s life. I mean - WTF! Why is no one selling men the idea that getting married is going to be the best day of their life… I hate even the idea that my wedding is going to be the best day of my life… I mean - the best day of my life at 35? Is it just all down hill after this?!

I have been doing a lot of research lately on veganism. I feel so disheartened about what is happening to our planet and am looking for real ways to make a difference!

This week I wanted to give some book suggestions! I am finding this winter lockdown much tougher than the summer lockdown. The weather isn’t as good - the days aren’t as long - I am not enjoying getting up for work in the dark, and finishing work in the dark… and I am working from home!