Why I never got on the “gratitude” bandwagon…and the power of words.
“I got you a job in the fish factory…Little Miss Anya it’s time to take your place in life and in line. And be grateful” -Phlegmenkof to Anastasia in the animated film… Read More
How to Make A Break-Through Despite Feeling Stuck…
So you have an incredible vision of something that you want. Good on you. You are special, and strides ahead of anyone who accepts an unhappy existence, not daring to dream of… Read More
Tricks to Finding Inspiration Fast
These are my favourite ways to jump-start the flow of inspiration and ideas whether I have a tricky decision to make, problem to solve, choreography or song to create, or witty enigmatic… Read More
Free Chic Balance Mid Year Goal Planner
Yikes, June already. Time to re-evaluate adjust or get back on track with goals for the year! Subscribe to the email list at chicbalance.com to receive your free mid-year goal planner…… Read More
5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Worry About Making the Wrong Career Choice
Your instincts will usually lead you in the right direction If you are drawn to it in the first place, chances are it is at least a good place to start.… Read More
Book Recommendation: Girl Code, by Cara Alwill Leyba
Cara Alwill Leyba is a Master Life Coach and author . Her book Girl Code is an inspiring, kick-ass romp of a read full of empowering advice with a focus on celebrating the power… Read More
Happy Advent! Download your free printable Chic Balance Christmas Planner
December has come around so quickly again! I have created a new Christmas Planner for 2016 including a December calendar, card and present list page, advent/festive activity page, Christmas budget page and… Read More
Setting the Barre at Achievable -How get around to exercising
When time is tight it can incredibly busy to fit in regular exercise. I love pilates and barre classes but with a little baby at home, going out for over an hour… Read More
How to Stay Balanced When You Have A Million Things to Do!
Sometimes it seems like life just gets busier and busier. Are you constantly rushing around day long? Have even hobbies started to feel like a drain on your time? Or are you… Read More
Sultana Bran Autumn Apple Crumble -week-night dessert
I love throwing an elaborate dinner party or doing a batch of baking in the weekend when time allows, but so often, life gets busy and food preparation needs to be quick… Read More
Tips For Relocating to Another Country
Its been awhile since my last post, because I have been busy moving all the way across the world from Auckland, New Zealand, to London! For a number of reasons it was… Read More
A Klutz’s Guide to Wearing White
klutz (google definition) noun North American informal noun: klutz; plural noun: klutzes a clumsy, awkward, or foolish person. White is crisp and classic, can be dreamy or sophisticated and looks and… Read More
Turning Dreams into Reality –the Game Plan…
Once you are clear on your goals, it’s time to make things happen! Planning, organisation and regular reflection on how things are going can turn a lofty dream into an achievable goal.… Read More
Captivating Casares (and nearby localities)…
When we planned our trip to Andalusia, in the south of Spain, we became intrigued by the idea of Casares, a fortified Arabian settlement of beautiful white-washed dwellings strategically nestled in the… Read More
Three Fun Ways To Support Your Favourite Causes
It can be overwhelming reading or watching news stories sometimes. The scale of some of the problems can make us want to turn away and forget, thinking nothing we can do could… Read More
Live The Dreams –that’s right, plural…
Some people might be brilliant at and passionate about one thing only, others of us need to pursue several different interests to feel balanced and complete. “Can I pursue more than one… Read More
How Decide to Which Dreams to Pursue…
Of course no one else can tell you what you should be doing with your life. Only you can decide that. Also, no one single approach is going to suit everyone. Some people don’t… Read More
Why you should R-E-A-C-H for your dreams
Why should you reach for your dreams? So that you can be fulfilled and happy right? And because you almost certainly can make at least some of your dreams come true. The… Read More
How to Use Memories as Inspiration to Inject Magic, Wonderment and Sparkle into Everyday Life
Remember how you felt on Christmas morning as a child, that frisson of excitement, of magic hanging in the air after weeks of anticipation? Or what about the sparks that flew when… Read More
A Magical trip to Carcassonne, France
I have been lucky enough to have had many magical moments on overseas holidays. However some stand out in my memories more than others. Carcassonne is a charming hilltop town in the Languedoc-Rousillon… Read More
How to Make New Year (or Any-Time-Of-Year) Dreams and Resolutions that Really Happen
I like to categorise my dreams and resolutions/goals into different aspects of life such as those listed here. You will probably want to modify this list based on what you want to… Read More
New Year Reflections
I love New Year! It’s a great time to look forward to the next year as a fresh new start, a chance to take stock of last years accomplishments, tie up loose… Read More
