Author: Life Lovers Magazine
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Keeping self-judgement out of the picture – a “how-to” guide
Let me start with a personal question. When you think of self, what do you think of? Is it self-love, self-care? Or is it self-deprecation or self-judgement? Unfortunately, for many, the answer is often the latter. It has often been said that comparison is the thief of joy, and while this may be the case,…
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World Picnic Day done right
What do we do every time we want to celebrate someone or something? A dinner, lunch or, if the weather is good, a picnic is always an option, right? So, why not celebrate our way to celebrate? Yes, it sounds weird, but that is correct. This month (the 18th of June, to be precise) is…
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5 INSTAGRAMMABLE PIECES OF PARIS
ONLY 5 MINUTES AWAY FROM EVERYWHERE If you’re in Paris, you really can’t go wrong with a picture no matter where you go. Give your insta a ‘local Parisian’ feel with some original locations that you might usually walk right past. I’ve been here in the city for a little over three weeks now, and…
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Travelling as a mother: I travel with my kids, and you can do it too!
Am I crazy? Yeah, I guess I am. But really, doesn’t it sound crazier to cut from your life something that makes you happy? That’s what travel was, and still is for me, a genuine source of happiness. One that I almost gave up when motherhood knocked on my door in 2018. I didn’t know…
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From Marketer to Massage Therapist
…and everything in between To massage or not to massage? That was the question for me in a time of professional uncertainty. After four years in a marketing role, quitting my job to move countries made me realise that, despite never having doubted my career path before, I did not, for the life of me,…
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The Great Ocean Road
Beauty at every turn The 243-kilometre long Great Ocean Road is dotted with small towns featuring some of Australia’s best food, wilderness, wildlife and beaches. Best known for the 12 Apostles, many visitors miss exploring the lesser-known towns and beaches which are scattered along the dramatic coastline. It’s well worth taking the time to do…
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My Sustainable Swaps
Small changes, big difference A recent evening natter with my girlfriends got us on the topic of sustainable swaps and what we can do to be more environmentally friendly in our everyday life. When we are in a new country, on the go, or even at home, we will find ourselves coming across new products…
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How the season affects our eating habits
+ Your favourite Rainbow Summer salad recipe We all feel it; we all know it. That transition in the year where we go from hotter days to cold ones or vice versa. We start adding or removing layers in our daily dress-up, and welcome shorter days or longer ones with more activities and sun. It…
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How I applied to study a master’s degree overseas
After a long period of my life away from journalism, I decided that my time as a backpacker was over. So, to retake the professional path that I have left behind five years ago, I started to look for a postgraduate to do this year. This is the whole process that I followed to finally…
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Some friendships are not good for our health
No doubt, friends always help make life more meaningful. They provide social and emotional support, alleviate our feelings of loneliness, and help us feel happier. Maintaining social connections both extends lifespan and reduces the risk of health problems such as depression. Apart from all these beautiful aspects of friendship, some people can affect your life…
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Liverpool
It is the pool of life This Northern industrial city, which for so long has defined the banks of the Mersey, is by no means the largest in the United Kingdom. It does not erect the titanic structures of Greater London, nor does it boast the Idyllic Mediaeval city walls and cobbles of York. But…
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Overcoming Mental health Stigma To Fight My Own Battle
As a person who was raised in Eastern Europe, mental health was never part of my education, nor was it part of family conversations. Life in a country in which mental health is laughed at or looked down on has never been easy for those who suffer serious problems. Luckily that wasn’t me. Traveling and…
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Finding nature on your doorstep
How a Toddler Opened my Eyes to the Everyday Wonder of Nature We often view a journey as the means to an end. Excitedly looking forward to reaching our planned destination and therefore the end of the journey. This can lead us to book more and more exotic holidays chasing the ultimate experience to create…
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Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore Is Heartfelt Nostalgia
Calling all Potterheads: the latest instalment of the Fantastic Beasts is out, and we finally get another taste of the charming magic inside the Harry Potter world. For those unfamiliar, Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore follows a young Dumbledore attempting to stop his former love interest, Grindelwald, from going totally rogue and trying to…
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Emily in Paris
Who said Emily in Paris isn’t every woman’s dream? This Netflix show is about an American woman who travels to Paris to fulfil a dream. On the way, she experiences friendship, love, a new country, a new culture and of course a new boss who is a devil wearing Prada. The reference here is intended.…
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10 things to do in Bournemouth in 2022
And how this sunshine-filled treasure brought me back to life The beautiful town of Bournemouth is located on the South Coast of England, a stone’s throw away from the Jurassic Coast, and less than two hours drive/train ride away from London. I would recommend anyone to visit England at least once in their life. And…
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You Followed Your Dreams, People are Shaming You for it. What Now?
Taking that job, making that move, signing that lease – these are all things that we have to do in order to grow. At first, it seems easy. You’re following your dreams! But sometimes it doesn’t work that way. What happens if you get shamed for following your dreams? By Sarah Hays – @sarahxirene
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Cook the F1
An around the world race through food As the girlfriend of a Formula 1 superfan, I know that when the new season begins I lose the TV for 22 races, although I’m a fan of F1, I’m not as much a superfan as my boyfriend! As well as enjoying the races myself, I opted to…
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Euphoria
You may or may not have heard about it, but Euphoria has transformed into one of the most-watched tv shows –It’s the second most-watched tv show after Games of Thrones, not bad, right? Keep reading to find out what’s Euphoria about and why I definitely recommend it. By Pat Aguilar – @pataguilar_
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