by Jackie Brooks | Mar 20, 2017 | Featured, GloWellness
If you are anything like me, you will be really reluctant to let go of certain items in your cupboards and wardrobe. But everything changed for me when I visited a friend, originally a hoarder who had discovered a new book and way of being by Marie Kondo.
I was still hanging onto a jacket I bought in Paris 13 years ago that is completely out of date, but because it was a one off birthday treat and was really expensive, I didn’t have the heart to throw it out. The same with two little black dresses that were about to become Vintage items, together with several coats, not to mention the T-shirts, tops and shoes I hadn’t worn for a long time.
Rule of thumb from another close friend is, if you haven’t worn an item for over a year, then chuck it out. But even more exciting for me was to follow the advice of this incredibly informed declutter expert called Marie Kondo who really does own the T-shirt where tidying is concerned.
Marie Kondo’s amazing KonMari method of tidying really is life changing and her first book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up has become an international best seller. The author views her approach with a psychology normally reserved for more intellectual pursuits.
I have been trying out the method ever since my discovery of the Kondo phenomenon and although I started with the wardrobe and more than 20 black bin liners later, have just moved onto the kitchen and drawers throughout the house.
I started the process by talking to each item as she advises, and quickly got the idea as the emotional recall attached to each one came flooding back, with flashbacks of past and present, some with old memories that had been locked away for decades. I soon got the relevance of Kondo’s revelation, and can honestly say that it is quite powerful in helping me to move forward and in some cases let go of the past.
I wanted to try it out myself before imparting the knowledge to all of you Glotime viewers, and can report that it is life changing as Ms Kondo purports it to be and will even go as far as to say that it does bring joy and happiness into the home.
Well it creates space and minimalism which is in line with clarity, and it is not rocket science to work out that this in turn sparks joy in your environment.
The beauty of Marie Kondo’s philosophy is in its simplicity, and gave me the spurt I needed to clean up my act and my home.
Praise for Marie Kondo and The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up:
“Ms. Kondo delivers her tidy manifesto like a kind of Zen nanny, both hortatory and animistic.” — The New York Times
“. . . a literal how-to-heave-ho, and I recommend it for anyone who struggles with the material excess of living in a privileged society. (Thanks to Ms. Kondo, I kiss my old socks goodbye.) … To show you how serious my respect for Ms. Kondo is: if I ever get a tattoo, it will say, Spark Joy!” — Jamie Lee Curtis, TIME
“This book is a cult. A totally reasonable, scary cult that works, doesn’t kill people (a bonus), but does drastically change your life. In this case — for the better.” — Buzzfeed
“The most organized woman in the world.” — PureWow
“. . . her voice . . . is by turns stern and enchanted, like a fairy godmother for socks.” — The Wall Street Journal
“Reading it, you glimpse a glittering mental freedom from the unread/uncrafted/unworn, buyer’s remorse, the nervous eyeing of real estate listings. Life’s overwhelm, conquered.” — The Atlantic
“I can only describe the way I felt afterward as an organizational high. I had a sense of being more in control of my life than I ever had before, which inspired me to maintain the order in the months that followed. Not bad for a Sunday afternoon.” — In Style
“All hail the new decluttering queen Marie Kondo, whose mess-busting bestseller has prompted a craze for tidying in homes across the world . . . one proper clear out is all you need for the rest of your life.” — Good Housekeeping (UK)
“Kondo’s method really can change your life — if you let it.” — TODAY.com
“Kondo challenges you to ask yourself whether each object you have is achieving a purpose. Is it propelling you forward or holding you in the past?” — USA Today
“Its strength is its simplicity.” — The London Times
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by Kyle | Mar 14, 2017 | Featured, General, GloWellness
I just wanted to let you know, it’s National Nutrition and Hydration week. Being a Personal Trainer, I have seen a huge difference in progression of people who have an awareness of what food and drink may help or hinder them. Once you get the right balance for you of what to eat, how much you need, and the times of day to eat it, you can really fly towards your goals. This week was created to remind us that nutrition and hydration are fundamental to our health and well-being. We have organised a cheeky KIN Nutrition treasure hunt, so look out for a travel pot of KIN Nutrition hidden around some of our favourite fitness studio’s this week.
Throughout January we worked with Miss Nutritionist, Rosie Millen to focus on making sure people know how much protein they need on a daily basis and why. You can refresh your memory here.
Speaking of ‘refreshments’ , a lot of people don’t realise that your body and organs need enough water to to function properly. It is recommended that you drink 2-3 litres of water every day, but if it’s sunny or you’re working out a lot, you may want to think about drinking more. The Waterlogged app is great for tracking water consumption.
When I say water, I do mean water, not fizzy or sugary drinks. If you find it hard to drink a lot of water, try adding herbs like rosemary, mint or coriander… or a squeeze of lemon. Naturally decaffeinated herbal tea is good too – add a load of ice on a hot day?.
Too much water can be bad for you too so there’s no need to go and down 3 litres of water in the next 20 mins. Maximum of 1 litre per hour should do the trick.
Happy DrinKIN!
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by Jackie Brooks | Feb 28, 2017 | Featured, GloWellness
Dating websites are now becoming the most popular way of meeting a partner. Gone are the days when your eyes would meet up with someone over a crowded room at a party or social gathering, and then stumble awkwardly over your words whilst checking out the other with symbolic body language and banter.
It is of course very difficult to clamp eyes on someone whilst you or they are checking out the latest news or emails on their iphone.
So where has the spontaneity of dating gone? We all know the answer to that, as it is the dating website of course.
Tinder was recently described to me by a fellow worker as a ‘shag fest’, as he unashamedly told me he had become obsessed with meeting women through the website, and most meetings had culminated in a one or two night stand at best, mostly instigated by him.
With a bit more exploration and questioning he then revealed that he had recently met two or three ladies who had ticked all the boxes but that he now had the freedom to check out more and so hadn’t settled for one – yet! Well at least he had an ultimate goal – although it didn’t seem to be in a hurry to find ‘the one’. Spoilt for choice springs to mind!
Another female friend met her life partner through the Guardian dating website, and said it would have been hard to find someone with the same interests in this day and age. She is mid forties, a writer and a reader, living in South London. She enjoys walks and trips to the theatre, a bit of an intellectual and not really a social butterfly so found this to be a great way of linking up with someone. She had met her partner on a third date.
Many same sex partnerships have also been formed in this way of course, and it eliminates the painful process of meeting up in vulnerable venues if they require a more private approach.
I personally respect the ethos of online dating, but feel that there is nothing like the spine tingling, tummy churning excitement of connecting with someone for the first time in the flesh, and the ultimate challenge of taking the attraction to the next stage.
If you are still considering trying out a dating website then check out our top 5 dating websites.
Flirtbox
Simple, straightforward and free UK personals site – hugely popular.
www.flirtbox.co.uk
Dating Vegetarian
If you are looking for a kindred spirit and fellow veggie.
www.datingvegetarian.co.uk
Love Arts
Matching singles who love theatre, museums and art galleries.
www.lovearts.com
Dating For Parents
Where you are free to share topics like schools and science grades without boring the other to death.
www.datingforparents.com
Green Singles
With interests in environmental, vegetarian and animal-rights and people who value the outdoor life.
www.greensingles.com
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