Let’s talk about stress. It seems to be something that I’ll have to work on forever. As someone who’s overwhelmed pretty easily, I constantly have to keep track of my stress levels. With every year that goes by, I feel like I have to get more creative about the tools and ways I manage and reduce stress.
Tag: selfcare
5 THINGS I WISH I’D KNOWN ABOUT MY SKIN SOONER
You guys, I know, it’s been a while. Again. I guess I’m still learning to set boundaries and actively prioritize the things I love. I’ll get there eventually…
As my skin has been a huge topic for me lately – finally in a more positive context, I’d like to talk about a few things I wish I’d known sooner (like in my teens and my early twenties) that I just discovered recently. Read More
[Luteal Phase] Oven Baked Apple – Millet Crumble with chopped walnuts {easy & plantbased}
Quite a lot of time has passed since I uploaded my last blog post. Again. I guess I’m still learning to adapt to the ebbs and flows of life and how to mindfully manage the inevitable changes that come with it. It always comes back to that practice of mindfulness.
[Ovulation Phase] Avocado on Homemade Activated Buckwheat-Turmeric Bread {easy & plantbased}
Writing this post took me a bit longer than I’d expected, but there was just so much going on. Apart from catching a nasty virus, my first yoga event finally took place and it was a-ma-zing. However, I’d like to continue on with the next cycle phase, which is ovulation phase (3-5 days), and therefore the next recipe I’d like to share with you: Avocado on my favorite homemade & gluten free buckwheat bread.
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[Follicular Phase] Pomegranate Bircher Muesli {easy & plantbased}
The next phase in your cycle is the follicular phase (7-10 days). During this phase the follicles in your ovary mature and estrogen levels increase to thicken the uterine lining so that it is prepared to host an egg. All hormones are at low levels right after your bleeding but they’re slowly starting to increase during this phase. Read More
[Menstrual Phase] Buckwheat Blueberry Porridge { easy & plantbased }
I know, it’s been a while since I took the time to sit down and write a blog post. Life’s been busy. I guess we all go through busy phases from time to time. I’m working again and it sometimes makes me feel like my life is dictated by a somewhat tight schedule. Still, I’m trying to find ways to keep my diet as versatile and nutrient-dense as possible. I’m doing my best to stay on top of my health, both physical and mental. In the past I haven’t done such a good job there. It resulted in poor health, physical illness and depression. I learned a lot from that experience, especially regarding the way I handle stress. Read More
JUNE REVIEW – Matcha instead of coffee?
This blog post is not sponsored in any way. However, it may include content with visible brand names of products I use.
The month June seemed to be the month of Matcha for me. A few months back I decided to stop drinking coffee. I know, that might sound crazy for some of you reading this. Read More
Oil Pulling – My Personal Guide & Honest Review
This blog post is also available in Deutsch/German
I tried oil pulling for the first time a few years ago. It surely was before I became interested in doing a yoga teacher training, where I learned more about Ayurvedic cleansing techniques.
Honestly, I guess back then it simply caught my attention that it’s supposed to whiten your teeth naturally. Read More
Is gratitude the new black?
This blog post is also available in Deutsch(German)
Are you aware that being grateful could have a positive impact on your life? And have you ever heard of a gratitude journal? If you haven’t, it’s time to start talking about it. Read More
Time to hang out with your soul
Okay guys, let’s do this. I know the topic of meditation can be a bit confusing, so I’d like to start off with a brief introduction to give you an idea about it. One purpose of meditation is to shift your focus from the external environment to your inner world, to what you think and feel. In meditation it is possible to move beyond the analytical mind and enter the subconscious, where our habits and possible unwanted behaviors reside. Studies even found that brain wave activity actually changes during meditation. Read More