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Finding My Voice Without Words: What Shanghai Taught Me About Real Connection
After two decades as a professional communicator, I thought I knew the power of words—until I landed in Shanghai without a clue how to speak the language. What followed was an unexpected journey through music, gestures, and silent smiles that taught me connection goes far beyond conversation. This is what happens when you lose your words… and find something deeper. Read more
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Cappadocia – The land of endless wonders
Soar above fairytale valleys, explore ancient cave cities, and experience the magic of Cappadocia like never before. From sunrise hot air balloons to soul-stirring landscapes, this guide reveals why Turkey’s most enchanting region is a must for adventurers, romantics, and culture lovers alike. Discover the top things to do, hidden gems, and local tips to make your Cappadocia journey unforgettable. Read more
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Isla Holbox, Mexico’s Lo-Fi Hidden Paradise
Let me let you in on a little secret I can’t keep any longer from Life Lovers Magazine. Listen closely, whether you’re looking for a backpacker’s hostel haven, yoga retreat on the playa, fun in the sun with your family, luxury honeymoon romance or even a little mixture of all of these accommodation styles, Isla Holbox has all of these and… Read more
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How to be the best travel buddy to someone with anxiety
If you or a travel companion has anxiety, it’s vital to the success of your trip to think ahead about how you can get the most out of your travels whilst prioritising your mental and physical health. Here’s everything I’ve learnt from a decade on the road as an anxious traveller with a significant other in tow. By Jessica Holmes @hitchedhikingandhousesitting Read more
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Out with “live to work” and welcome work to LIVE MORE! Achieving a work-life balance is the new success.
As we enter May, we are reminded of the importance of achieving and sustaining a healthy work-life balance. But today we also want to remind you (and us too!) about the importance of understanding why this is directly linked to our overall health, and how it will help us be more productive. By Life Lovers Magazine Editorial Team @Lifeloversmag Read more
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The Rising Allure of Asia: A Magnet for Work and Living
Asia—a continent brimming with an eclectic mix of cultures, thriving economies, and mesmerizing landscapes—has become an irresistible draw for adventurers seeking career opportunities and a profoundly enriching lifestyle. Explore the reasons driving individuals toward Asia’s vibrant and diverse canvas. By Alisha Nikodemus Read more
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How to reconnect with home when you’re not physically there
My experience with feeling detached from “home” is that it ebbs and flows. I don’t constantly feel homesick, but now and again, I feel out of sorts and realise that I’m experiencing a disconnect from the place I’m physically in or the people around me. This can be brought on by anything really, from language barriers to additional stress to prolonged… Read more
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Creating a vegan community as an Expat
My passion for meeting new people that started in South American hostels, plus the love for travelling, experiencing other cultures, and studying brought me to France. Here, I fell in love, but also became a vegan and realized the struggle we experienced finding restaurants or spaces to socialize around it; I knew I wanted to create that space. Here’s my story… Read more
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The bright side of unemployment
Losing a job can be a challenging and stressful experience. It can be hard to stay positive and motivated during this time, especially when it feels like your future is uncertain. Most people would think they don’t deserve anything positive in their life until they find a job. Why not think about a new hobby while looking for a job? Here… Read more
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April 2023: Letter from the Editor
Reinventing ourselves Have you ever woken up feeling like you need a big change? Like something is not quite right with how things are going, whether it is in your work, relationships, your home, the city where you live in or how you’ve been feeding your body. When we have a curious mind, –one that loves the thrills of travelling and… Read more
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Hydrate yourself with Kombucha this spring
The exploration of kombucha reveals it as a flavorful, sustainable drink often misunderstood as unappealing. After testing various brands, it’s clear many prioritize eco-friendly practices. Kombucha is beneficial for gut health, hydration, and serves as a low-calorie alternative to sugary sodas. Five recommended brands highlight this trend in sustainability and taste. Read more
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Healthy Eating Designed for Your Own Body is the Solution to All Your Concerns
Not many people know or take the time to look inside when something ‘feels off’. Adopting healthy and balanced eating habits can go a long way to improving our immune system. Understanding what works best for us and our lifestyles is an extraordinary thing to learn, and can give us wonderful benefits not just in terms of weight loss or gain,… Read more
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How to make friends while travelling alone
I believe we’ve all been there. When you finally decide on the where, when, and what of your trip with a friend, after weeks of back and forth about locations and itineraries, you get incredibly excited and start making preparations. Only to then find out that your friend’s brother is getting married that week or that they read a news article… Read more
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How To Find Multiple Career Options
The world is still recovering from the repercussions of the pandemic, which has completely changed the way we think and plan for our future. Among the many lessons learned, one is the importance of considering multiple career options or learning to, as they say, “never put all the eggs in one basket”. In this article, I will explain how you can… Read more
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Normal People
“I am not a religious person but I do sometimes think God made you for me.” ― Sally Rooney, Normal People Read more
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Fall in Love With Florence
10 Things You Must Do When Visiting Florence Cobblestone streets, history, shopping and homemade pasta galore…yes that’s Florence! Florence was my first European vacation five years ago, so perhaps I’m biased but it remains my favorite European city today as I truly love how walkable, quaint, and charming it is! Florence is the heart of the Tuscany region with endless things… Read more
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Emily in Paris: Season 3 Review
Emily in Paris season three has *finally* dropped on Netflix and everyone got beyond excited. A mixture of happiness, good friends, nice food and some crazy experiences, Emily in Paris did not disappoint with its new season. (May contain spoilers!) By Trayana Vasileva Emily Cooper, an American professional in the marketing industry receives a promotion that requires her to relocate to… Read more
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A Day in the Life of a Writer
“You’re a writer? I could never do that!”. If you’re a writer, chances are you’ll have heard this before. People think that being a writer is just writing, but it’s actually a lot more than that. So, what does a typical day in the life of a writer look like? Here’s everything you need to know about being a writer –… Read more
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Discovering Myself on the Journey to Discover Cultural Diversity
When this world has so much diversity to offer to us, why not grab your backpack and take a journey to explore new cultures and places? The one who has experienced the world through their eyes, out in the open, will always be a step ahead in life. In this article, I’ve shared my experience of understanding our cultural diversity through… Read more
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Meet a Fellow Life Lover
Meet Andrea Cristancho 1. What’s your name? Andrea Cristancho 2. Where are you from? Venezuela/Colombia 3. Why do you enjoy reading Life Lovers Magazine? I love the content and the vibe. 4. What are you passionate about? | What’s your business? (Feel free to share your contact and links). I’m passionate about saying no to the hustle and adopting a sustainable,… Read more
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Helping Women Feel Loved Again
Life As A Relationship Coach With Vange Cain As we explore life and love. Is it safe to say that Queens Mansion Academy offers just that? An academy curated by Vange Cain offering support in life and love with intentions of saying “Good Riddance’ to relationship drama, learning from our own experiences and reconnecting with ourselves. By The Editorial Team, Life… Read more
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Let’s Get Familiar With Our Menstrual Cycle
Understanding and Learning How to Track When we talk about our menstrual cycle, we always talk about the length or when our menstruation comes and what comes with that. But our cycle is more than that, and knowing how it works can be a powerful tool for us. And it is for that reason that this month I’m taking over Coach… Read more
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Discover Vanuatu
6 Must-See Islands Vanuatu, pronounced VAH-noo-AH-too, is an archipelago of 83 islands (or more, nobody really knows), hidden between Fiji and New Caledonia. Never heard of Vanuatu? It comes as no surprise, even though Vanuatu has nothing to be envious of compared to its Pacific neighbors with luxurious resorts, crystal clear water and sandy beaches. Here’s my recommendation on the six… Read more
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Novruz Holiday Delights
Authentic Azerbaijan’s Shekerbura and Pakhlava Recipes The arrival of March now shows that Spring is approaching. The weather is slowly getting warmer, the trees are blooming, and colorful flowers are starting to appear. We can call it the awakening of nature. In all countries, Spring is loved by many people and even greeted with special joy and holidays in some countries.… Read more
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From a Wild Island Life in Ibiza to Changing Lives Worldwide as a Fitness Coach
Growing up with different backgrounds and on the party island of Ibiza, I soon realized I was lost. It took getting used to routine bad habits for me to discover that I wasn’t in a good place and that I wasn’t being kind to myself. Luckily, I discovered fitness and saw myself from a completely different perspective. I became a professional… Read more
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How Coffee Is Brewed Around the World
Let’s Uncover Fascinating Techniques and Learn How to Make This Pleasure Habit More Sustainable Coffee is an essential part of our morning routines. A nice cup of coffee can make our day brighter and full of energy. It highly affects our performance, emotions and relations. The taste of coffee depends on the coffee brewing techniques and personal preferences. This will also… Read more
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March 2023: Letter from the Editor
Know Yourself Hello, March! And welcome to Women’s history month! As a magazine dedicated, edited, curated and owned by women, we are always excited when March comes along. Even though our work to give centre stage to women and highlight our stories, concerns and very unique and diverse realities is not something to be held exclusively during March, we do like… Read more
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What Is Mindful Travel and How to Attain Luxury Travel Experiences With a Purpose
By Amit Jaipuria Think about the best time you’ve had traveling. Consider the parts of a journey that mean the most to you. Is it snapping a photo of yourself in front of a landmark, or enjoying nights out with friends? Is it simply strolling through a temple, or is it being involved in a real local cultural experience? Chances are,… Read more
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Meet a Fellow Life Lover
By Kim John @toffs_on_tour Meet Kim John 1. What’s your name? Kim (although Kimberly if I’ve done something my mum doesn’t approve of!) and can be found on Instagram as @toffs_on_tour where I share the adventures of me and my dog, Toffee. 2. Where are you from? I live in the Cotswolds in the UK, but actually grew up in Wales.… Read more
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Sustainable Period Care: Auntie Flo Is Officially Eco-Friendly
Sustainable period care products ARE the future. The UK produces 200,000 tonnes of waste annually through single plastic menstrual products alone, and most of these products are composed of 90% plastic! I want to share everything you need to know about how to make your time of the month sustainable and eco-friendly – helping the planet and our bodies. By Emma… Read more
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My Podcast Journey
During the pandemic, as the world began to close, I missed the idea of traveling and connecting with other cultures, which prompted me to reflect on my trips, the things I’d noticed, and the lessons learned. In the boredom of the lockdown, I thought: What if I created a place where I could connect with other women from different backgrounds who… Read more
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Top Five Budget-Friendly Travel Destinations in 2023
If you are a person who loves to explore new destinations but are afraid of massive expenses, then this article is definitely for you! I want to share my travel experience with you and will tell you about the “Top 5 budget-friendly travel destinations to travel in 2023”. Here is everything you need to know about some of the magnificent places… Read more
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Why I Decided Not to Have Children
I made a conscious choice in my 30’s not to have children. It was not a socially popular decision at the time, but the right one for me. I have lived and worked on three continents, travelled to 75 countries and counting and have made unbelievable memories, that I never thought were possible. I have lived my life unapologetically and I’m… Read more
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Uncovering My Purpose in Japan
Japan. A country of magic, mountains and mystery. A nation famed for its onsen, exquisite cuisine and vast creativity that seeps into all corners of the land and beyond. My experience with Japan offered all of this but it offered something else too, something that would change the course of my life for the next few years. By Sarah Brownlee https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-brownlee-8043a7261/… Read more
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Work Abroad With Workaway
How my travel experience using Workaway fulfilled my working holiday dreams. Living abroad in the south of France, experiencing the Provençal lifestyle, all while being on a solo-travel sabbatical. By Rachael Thomas @lifes.little.moments_ and @rachaelt_96. Just as my phone overheated, shut down and I lost my navigation, I saw a sign to an aire coming up on the next right. I… Read more
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