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Life is crazy. Especially these days, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed just surviving. That’s why I created this space to build community through support and empathy. Find insights and tips in small, manageable pieces to inspire your day <3

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This planet is our home. It gives us so much, but without even realizing it, we are taking without returning the favour. Living sustainably isn't as difficult as you might think. Find simple eco-friendly tips, vegan recipes and more!

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There’s nothing like a blanket of fresh snow ☃ There’s nothing like a blanket of fresh snow ☃️

It seems that we’ve been getting all our winter weather right at the end of the season 😅 but I’m happy to get to experience the magic of fluffy white snow!

I often feel conflicted stepping through an undisturbed field. They are just so peaceful and beautiful untouched! ❄️ At the same time, there’s something special about seeing exactly where you’ve been. It’s an interesting reminder that every step you take (or don’t take) has an impact on this planet and the lives on it, including your own.

Lately I’ve been liking making these footprints hearts when I have the chance 💚

What marks do you want to leave behind?

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☀️Be in the moment☀️ This beautiful sunset ☀️Be in the moment☀️
This beautiful sunset light only lasted a few moments. If I hadn’t looked up from my phone, I would have missed it! So many special moments like this can be so fleeting, so take time to really experience them ✨Whether it’s time laughing loved ones, spring sun on your skin, that first morning sip of coffee ☕️ … those little moments that build a magical life.

What’s a meaningful moment you’ve experienced recently?

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✨💕 however you’re spending your valentines ✨💕 however you’re spending your valentines / galentines / palentines day, know that you are loved! 💕✨

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We’re having a cold spell, so summer seems even We’re having a cold spell, so summer seems even more appealing today! These little snippets of last year are at least warming my heart ☀️🌸🐞🏖️
How are you staying warm (or cool for my friends down under) this season?

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Fly ~ ✨ My sister found this pretty butterfly w Fly ~ ✨

My sister found this pretty butterfly when she was visiting last fall. 

It was a windy day and the poor thing was getting buffeted around 😢 so she helped it to the shelter of some bushes so it could rest.

Seeing this photo again made me think of all the hopes we often hold for the new year.

Dreams can feel big and powerful, but often I find they are delicate creatures like this butterfly… Throughout the year, we sometimes encounter windy days that batter them around, but here is your reminder to hold them gently and nurture them so that they can continue on their journey!

Let your dreams soar 🦋

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Winter or summer? I’m more of a spring person, Winter or summer?

I’m more of a spring person, but I can’t deny how magical and peaceful a white snowy landscape can be! Especially when cozied up with a warm drink, a craft, good book, or loved one 😊

Though the days are colder and darker, there’s still plenty you can do to add some cheer into the day. I like baking something tasty, walking in the woods all bundled up, visiting a new cafe… or even (gasp) leaving the holiday lights up that little bit longer 🤭

How are you staying cozy this season?

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Hope you’re having a cozy day! ♡♡♡ #the Hope you’re having a cozy day!

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Stepping into the unknown 🌫️✨ I like foggy Stepping into the unknown 🌫️✨

I like foggy mornings as a reminder to be present where I am, and to be comfortable with the unknown. 💖

Since I can’t see too far ahead, my surroundings seem that much closer and dearer. Meanwhile the fog somehow cradles me… a promise to hold me safe as I learn to trust.

Since I can’t see too far ahead, I have to have faith in myself; that I am good where I am, and that as I step forward I am going in the right direction for me.

What do you think of foggy days? Do they hold a special kind of magic for you? I’d love to hear 😊

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Here’s your reminder to take some time to breath Here’s your reminder to take some time to breathe ☺️

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Spending time outside always makes me feel better… How do you like to recentrer and recharge?

Hope this weekend leaves you feeling peaceful and refreshed ✨

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“Grow through what you go through” — literal “Grow through what you go through” — literally when you’re these cute flowers! 🌻 I always love passing by flowers growing in unexpected places 😊 

Work has been so busy lately that I haven’t been able to post as much as I’d like, but I’m trying to take inspiration from these pretty blooms and keeping my head up 🌱

How have you been doing lately? Wishing you all the best!

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The answer you’ve been waiting for! ⬇️ In m The answer you’ve been waiting for! ⬇️

In my previous reel I did a 2 truths and 1 lie, and here are the answers!

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I do have a bachelor of design in textiles, and I spent a month on a farm in Japan through the WWOOF exchange program 👩‍🌾, so option 3 was the lie 🤥 
Sadly I didn’t grow up with chickens, but it is my dream for the future to have a little piece of land with a steam running through it, some chickens for eggs, and a garden 😊

Did you guess correctly? What are your dreams for the future?

Let’s chat in the comments below 😊

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2 truths and 1 lie! Can you guess the answer?✨ 2 truths and 1 lie! Can you guess the answer?✨

My friend @_naturallyzephyr recently did this on her page and I thought it would be such a fun way to introduce myself! Which do you think are the truths, and which one is the lie? Let me know in the comments 😊

1. 
I studied textiles in University, but have only done typical retail/office jobs 👗

2.
I spent a month living and working on a farm in Japan! 🏯

3.
I had a chicken growing up that had so much attitude  she scared the neighbourhood cats 🐣

What do you think?

See you next week with the answers!

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Sometimes life surprises you 🌸 Did you know th Sometimes life surprises you 🌸

Did you know that air plants could bloom? … I didn’t! 

It’s been a really busy last few weeks at work, and honestly I’ve felt a little overwhelmed, but this cute little flower popped up and really made my day. 😊

What fun thing have you discovered lately? Let me know in the comments!

Hope you’re all doing well 💕

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Leave a ☀️ below if you agree! Looking throug Leave a ☀️ below if you agree!

Looking through "the art of picnics" by
@alannaoneilphoto I saw this page and thought it was the perfect reminder to enjoy these special moments of summer 😊

How will you treasure this season?

(Also, I'm so excited to have a picnic now! Will you join me? 😄)

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New blog post! (link in bio) ✨ If you’re like New blog post! (link in bio) ✨
If you’re like me and aspire to that romantic slow life, but it’s not quite in your cards yet… you can still live a similar lifestyle even in the city or suburbs 🌱🌻

Read the post for some of my favourite ways to live slowly in urban settings, plus my favourite inspiring people to watch! 🌟

Do you have any favourite lifestyle tips or people? I’d love to hear them in the comments ☺️

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Do you have herbs going bad in the fridge? Me too… until now!

This DIY drying rack was fun and simple to make 😊 (Would you like a tutorial? Let me know in the comments!)

Another great way to preserve herbs is to chop them them and freeze them in ice cube trays with some oil 🧊

What’s your favourite way to use or preserve herbs? 🌱

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Sometimes, we forget how much we already have 💚 Sometimes, we forget how much we already have 💚

I’m definitely not immune to this either.

Still, I wonder if we weren’t so consumed with consuming and always seeking more, maybe our planet would be better off 🤗

So why not take some time today to appreciate everything we have, and everything our precious home does for us. Maybe even give back if you have the chance: clean some trash out of a park, walk instead of drive, try running the water less…

It’s up to us, our industries, and our leadership to make a difference in how we treat the world, and we can totally do it!

What are you up to for earth day? 🌱🌎💕

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Swipe for before and after! 🌱 Another eco-frie Swipe for before and after! 🌱

Another eco-friendly tip is to reuse what you have! I love to repurpose containers like jars, or this beautiful candle vessel by @mimiandaugust (not sponsored).

Also… there’s no such thing as too many plants right? Just asking for a friend 😜🌻🥰

What do you like to reuse around the house?

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DIY candle part 3! ☺️ Grande Finale What do DIY candle part 3! ☺️ Grande Finale 

What do you think? It was so much fun making this candle, and not as tricky as I thought. This one is going to my mom for Mother’s Day 🥰🌷

Would you try making your own candles?

Stay tuned for another fun project coming soon 😊

(Kit is from @nuworldbotanicals - not sponsored)

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What a great idea to pass on 🥰 There are so ma What a great idea to pass on 🥰

There are so many things we admire about the people around us, but how often do we actually tell them?

Let’s change that today!

Tag a friend below and tell them what you admire about them 💖 and if you want, share a post like this on your page as well to spread the love 💕

I’ll go first!

@_naturallyzephyr I really admire your kindness and generosity ✨ You are so genuine and really brighten my day!

 @naked.devotions I admire your passion to change things for the better, and how strong you’ve been to find yourself even after going through difficult times 🤗

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Original post found through @cathy.heller via @womanreadyblog via @deborahogrady 

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