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  • Sometimes I wonder if life really is all that complex — or if we just over complicate the hell out of a rather simple existence. 🤷🏽‍♀️ Either way, I’ve come to a conclusion that I don’t really care what the hell I do in life.. so long that I’m bloody happy every day to be living it. 🤸🏻‍♀️ It’s my energetic, daring and go-getting self that I like best anyway. I figure it’s time I fed her soul the most! On that note, tell me below! 👇🏻👇🏻 Which version of yourself do you like best? And how often do you actually give time to him/her? 🤷🏽‍♀️ Go on, do it for you! Once you’ve commented, enjoy my favourite quote by Shauna Niequist. 🌱🕊 It goes, “I want a life that sizzles and pops and makes me laugh out loud. 😁🤣 And I don't want to get to the end, or to tomorrow, even, and realize that my life is a collection of meetings and pop cans and errands and receipts and dirty dishes. 🚃🚦🛌 🥣 I want to eat cold tangerines and sing out loud in the car with the windows open and wear pink shoes and stay up all night laughing and paint my walls the exact color of the sky right now. 🙌🏻 I want to sleep hard on clean white sheets and throw parties 🍾🍹 and eat ripe tomatoes and read books so good they make me jump up and down 📚, and I want my everyday to make God belly laugh, glad that he gave life to someone who loves the gift.” ☺️🤸🏻‍♀️🙏🏻
  • When you pack light, realise you didn’t bring a single jumper or pants — and find yourself hitching this dreamy ride in activewear and @a_jaxcreative’s shirt instead. 🤦🏽‍♀️ The closer you look, the more it really doesn’t work. 🤣 Here’s my tip: let your confidence be so distracting that onlookers become convinced it could only be part of the plan. 🤷🏽‍♀️👊🏻 A reminder this Monday that people see you in exactly the way you choose to have yourself seen. Utilise your control there — and you never need to position yourself as less worthy for the way you dress or for the way you look; for what you know or for who you are. That you woke up today. That you’re reading this means you’re just a mindset away from being worthy and from being confident. The best part: you’re your OWN mindset away from it. 🤸🏻‍♀️ It’s in your hands. If you ask me, the best thing you could do for yourself.. is to carpe the hell out of that mindset! 👊🏻🙌🏻 Happy Monday everyone!
  • Happy #SelfCareSunday everyone! 🌱 It’s funny — I didn’t even think when I wore my @floandfrankie kindness tee to visit @resthousefloat on Friday! “It’s cool to be kind” is a message that correlates ironically well with the purpose of floating. It’s also a lesson I’ve had to learn the hard way in terms of self care. 🙇🏼‍♀️ I’m a sucker for the blunt and ballsy ethos of @etthehiphoppreacher, meaning I don’t think we should be afraid of hard work — nor do I doubt for one second, that what you put in is what you get out. 👊🏻 With that said, I’ve totally been guilty for glamorising hard work and no sleep in the past. Whilst hard work matters.. and making progress towards your goals matters. So does happiness. Mental health. And the positive energy you spread everyday. You just can’t have or do any of it.. if you’re not looking after yourself properly. 🤷🏽‍♀️ Hell, at some point, you can’t even continue to make progress. I’ve mentioned recently the ways I’m trying to take self care more seriously in 2019. 🙌🏻 When the offer arose to float, I thought firstly, I’ve been recommended too many times not to try it. Secondly, this was probably just what I needed to really amp up [to be ironic] the whole slowing down process.👌🏼 I’ll be honest — for the first 20 minutes, I was so captivated by actually being in a pod and by being weightless, that I spent most of my time bouncing from one side of the pod 👉🏻 over to the other. 🤣 I soon moved onto the light show which occupied me for another ten or so. 😁 And then finally, FINALLY, I started to relax. I let the Epsom salts work their magic; that tranquil forest music and even, the silence that followed. 💆🏼‍♀️ I came out of the pod feeling like I’d been at a day-long spa. It was such an ideal way to end the week. ✔️ I’m sure the more I go, the less time I’ll spend clicking the buttons; closing and opening the capsule, like a five year old who can’t sit still — and I’ll reap even more of the mindful benefits. 😌 It’s a work in progress, the self-care endeavour. But take it from me, ya girl is determined! That’s what counts, right? ☺️ #resthousefloat #podselfie
  • JANUARY 🤸🏻‍♀️ GIVEAWAY! •• Happy Saturday everyone! Given how it’s never easy to get back into the work grind, I thought I’d lighten things up a bit this month with an exciting @floandfrankie giveaway! 🙌🏻 You might remember that last year, I teamed up with the brand specifically on their #flogivesback campaign for @nzfashionwk! 🙏🏻 It was super dear to my heart at the time to be supporting the spread of kindness not just in my own circle — but in circles far beyond too. All the way to Nepal, in fact, where proceeds help to leverage women into the workforce; to bring families out of poverty and to lower the rate of human trafficking. ✔️ The importance of kindness, being a human and listening to that human’s empathetic heart, is a message that resonates with me even more in 2019. Today, I’m so happy to give you the chance to: a) WIN this adorable “Kindness is Free” tee, b) take home my favourite necklace and earrings from the current collection 🙏🏻, and c) be apart of pushing #theflooneffect of being kind and giving back alongside me! TO WIN, simply do these two things! 1️⃣ FOLLOW @floandfrankie and @currentlylovingblog. 2️⃣ Comment THREE friends below and however you like, share some kindness with them! Open WORLDWIDE. Giveaway closes Friday 25th Jan. Good luck everyone! 👏🏻
  • EVENING ROUTINE ☕️🕊 •• For someone who lets few things get in the way of her morning routine, it’s surprising that my evenings tend to have such little structure. I’m rarely consistent in the time I arrive home; in when I choose to make dinner or even shut off from work / blogging / social media. 🤦🏽‍♀️ The only thing I’ve been good at in the evenings thus far, is 1) turning on my vaporiser because that shit works wonders for my sleep 💆🏼‍♀️ and 2) watching my favourite show while I eat. At the moment, I’m watching “YOU” like the rest of the world 😌 — and I’ll be honest, I can’t quite pinpoint what I think about it. All I know is that it pulls me enough to watch the next episode.. and so I do. Because I’m young, dumb and there is always progress to be made, what you see here isn’t necessarily my nightly routine. But it IS something I’d like to get into. 🙌🏻 So far, I’ve been successful at using these coconut oil wipes by @_cocobetty__ to remove my make-up and re-hydrate my face when I get home. In this muggy weather, it’s been especially appealing to wipe off the day with a set of vegan, cruelty-free wipes. 🌱 They’re also said to protect skin cells against environmental damage, so we’re winning there. ✔️✔️ Whilst I’m nailing my skin as a priority — probably because I know how much it flares up when it’s humid — it’s the next part that’s stumping me harder. 🙇🏼‍♀️ The good ol’ book and bed habit. We all know it’s a great way to wind down, but god almighty, trying to convince yourself of that at 9pm ain’t as easy as it sounds. Let’s remember, I’m stubborn as hell. In a dream world, I’d turn off Netflix; I’d light a candle, and I’d grab one of the latest sent to me by @penguinrandomhouse. 📚 @michelleobama’s Becoming is one I’ve made a start on and indeed, have sworn to keep going with based on the countless rave reviews. 👏🏻 My problem is I haven’t escaped enough to the world of Mrs Obama yet to know myself. Perhaps it’s the thought of learning a thing or two before bed.. 🤷🏽‍♀️ It’s just all. Too. Much. So I watch Netflix, clutter my mind and sleep terribly instead. 🤣🤦🏽‍♀️ To the evening gurus out there.. TEACH ME YOUR WAYS! 👇🏻👇🏻
  • HAPPY FRIDAY! 🤸🏻‍♀️ It’s fair to say I’m well and truly awake now after a 7am session at @loveathletica! 🙏🏻 There are few things that reset my mind and my body the way exercise does at the beginning of the day. 👌🏼 I feel so proud to say that it’s entirely a preference, as opposed to a push. What’s more, I can wholeheartedly admit that what gets me up to exercise — is not the way I look. 💁🏽‍♀️ Damn, if I relied on that for motivation, I’d stay in bed and fuss about my imperfections later. It’s knowing the way I do and will FEEL that pushes my first step out of the covers and into my shoes. 🙌🏻 Being motivated by your appearance — or changes you hope will happen to it — in my experience, will only motivate you for so long. Eventually, you’ll start on the excuses: “eh, I’m not looking that bad. I can skip a class.” 😌 “It’s not as if I’m obese.” 🤣 When it comes to our mental happiness, however, it’s different. We can’t take a break — if we do, the only person it affects [and affects badly] is us. In many ways, being mentally happy is something we HAVE to re-inspire and re-initiate everyday.. in order to have a good one! When we let this drive us and our actions, I tell ya, we’re destined for far more greatness, far more satisfaction than will ever — EVER — come from seeking a body goal. If I didn’t work out, I’d also feel 6392% more guilty for indulging in a brunch as fulfilling as this one at @fledglingespresso. 🙌🏻 I feel the opposite these days: deserving, not guilty. Balance is key and it’s a luxury that we CAN have — to enjoy the best of both worlds in life. Here’s to looking after our bodies and our minds in as many ways as we can this weekend and onwards! 👏🏻 It’s true: the workout doesn’t feel as good without the reward — and the reward, it certainly doesn’t taste as good without the workout. Who’s hitting both with me this weekend?! 🤭 P.S. grab yourself the vegan toastie at Fledgling if you’re based around Carlton North! Even without cheese, that sammy is toooo damn good! 💕
  • GOOD MORNING! ☕️🌿 I was lucky enough to have a few things reschedule themselves today, meaning that I have far more time to get on top of things that matter to me right now. 🙏🏻 That’s self care, happiness and peace of mind. I’ve started my morning a little differently than usual: with a slow dip and several laps in the apartment pool. I really can’t describe it justly without leaning towards a predictable term like ‘rejuvenating’ — so indeed, it was. Replenishing even. 😋 I love the way swimming allows my mind to wander. Each time I swim, I’m reminded of how it awakens my body — in a way that few other forms of exercise or morning routines can.👌🏼 What’s more, it’s always refreshing to mix it up. To break the routines that we swear by.. for the opportunity to feel a little different. 🕊 To notice and to envelop even a minor sense of a new chapter. I’m continuing this Thursday as I’ve started it. Getting some work done. Catching up with @digital.hann over coffee. ☕️ Even treating myself to a slow walk home. No one’s around and I tell ya, it feels like bliss. 🌱 Speaking of, it’s safe to say I’m now absolutely convinced on yoga — I’m heading to another class this evening with @themelbournelook and I can’t wait. When we find something we love or something that — simple as it sounds — does good things for us, I think it’s our responsibility to self to indulge in it often. Take smoothie bowls, for example. 🙂 We all know that despite my endeavour to eat more widely and nutritiously this year, my love for these will never fade. I’ll simply find a new way [or a new destination] at which to enjoy them. To let you in, the latest spot I’m hitting is @bowlsbaby — and truth be told, I’ll be here as often as I can. If not for the interior, that Golden smoothie [think banana, maple, raw dark chocolate..]. 🤪🤸🏻‍♀️ Life doesn’t get much better than doing and sharing the things you love. So here I am, folks, doing just that. 😌
  • STYLE UPDATE 💁🏽‍♀️ I’ll be honest, as much as I love dressing in statement pieces, my everyday style is actually pretty low-key. I walk everywhere and my days are pretty unpredictable — so I tend to gravitate towards pieces that are classic, comfortable and just that tiny bit different. The way I dress is not so much about standing OUT for me — I’ll be honest, I’m not bothered about the attention or recognition. For the sake of my own confidence and distinction, however, I do like to think of myself as far from blending IN. ✨ These days, you’ll find me in mom jeans or boyfriend shorts with a cropped tee; in easy, fun playsuits and bright, low-maintenance dresses. Indeed, similar to what I wore as a child, playing on a long summer evening. This pretty much sums my criteria to this day. If I can cartwheel in it.. well, it’s a bonus! 🤸🏻‍♀️😋 I like the way we didn’t think; we just dressed ourselves at five. I think we should maintain that simplicity of approach. Life is too short to feel you should dress a certain way — for people, for photos, for any damn reason that isn’t became you want to. For me, style will always be in the details: in the way you match your bag with your shoes. Your clothes with your personality. 🙏🏻 It’s a blessing you can’t overdo an authentic or classic look — otherwise I’d be the most guilty. I haven’t stopped wearing my @mvmtforher watch and sunnies since I received them [my sunnies just appeared in my stories, but I’ll share more photos soon! 🤫]. I was discussing with @themelbournelook the other day about how some successful CEOs encourage wearing the same thing everyday, in order to relieve yourself of the decision. It’s safe to say whilst I strive to be successful, I WILL be doing so in style — regardless of what Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg advise. As it turns out, making that decision gives me MORE inspiration and confidence — as opposed to draining me of the two. 👏🏻 If you’re the same, feel free to treat yourself to a couple of new and timeless pieces with my code “CURRENTLYLOVINGBLOG15” for $15 off anything at @mvmt! #jointhemvmt #mvmtambassador
  • It’s Tuesday and I’m writing down a follow-up reminder to myself to bask in the chaos. 🌱 9am: let things go. Time has more control than you do. 👌🏼 The truth is, it’s not enough to recall the importance of releasing tension and anticipation on a day that we are already calm. Say, on a Sunday wherein we practice yoga and indulge in a long brunch. 🙏🏻 It’s even more important to remember it today; when my mind is a bit everywhere and my path has grown foggy. When things are incredibly up in the air and I’m not sure how to bring them down. I’m reminding myself as I sip my second coffee of the day, that I don’t need to bring them down at all. 🙌🏻 For with time, they will lower and they will find their right place. My mind will do the same. Sometimes things aren’t perfect but we have to keep moving. I’m learning that instead of focusing on the negative, and on how distracted we are, it is much easier to see this as time in lieu. ☕️ It is in these chaotic times where we’ll grow appreciation for the state of equilibrium to come. For everything to feel just right, some things may have to feel just wrong. 🌿 But not forever. This too shall pass. And in doing so, it shall make room for better states to come. If you’re feeling similar to me today — somewhat clouded and uncertain — take a sip of your coffee for me. Know that it’s not going to be okay instantly. But I’ll tell you what will be. You. And me. We will always.. be okay. 💕

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  • Sometimes I wonder if life really is all that complex — or if we just over complicate the hell out of a rather simple existence. 🤷🏽‍♀️ Either way, I’ve come to a conclusion that I don’t really care what the hell I do in life.. so long that I’m bloody happy every day to be living it. 🤸🏻‍♀️ It’s my energetic, daring and go-getting self that I like best anyway. I figure it’s time I fed her soul the most! On that note, tell me below! 👇🏻👇🏻 Which version of yourself do you like best? And how often do you actually give time to him/her? 🤷🏽‍♀️ Go on, do it for you! Once you’ve commented, enjoy my favourite quote by Shauna Niequist. 🌱🕊 It goes, “I want a life that sizzles and pops and makes me laugh out loud. 😁🤣 And I don't want to get to the end, or to tomorrow, even, and realize that my life is a collection of meetings and pop cans and errands and receipts and dirty dishes. 🚃🚦🛌 🥣 I want to eat cold tangerines and sing out loud in the car with the windows open and wear pink shoes and stay up all night laughing and paint my walls the exact color of the sky right now. 🙌🏻 I want to sleep hard on clean white sheets and throw parties 🍾🍹 and eat ripe tomatoes and read books so good they make me jump up and down 📚, and I want my everyday to make God belly laugh, glad that he gave life to someone who loves the gift.” ☺️🤸🏻‍♀️🙏🏻
  • When you pack light, realise you didn’t bring a single jumper or pants — and find yourself hitching this dreamy ride in activewear and @a_jaxcreative’s shirt instead. 🤦🏽‍♀️ The closer you look, the more it really doesn’t work. 🤣 Here’s my tip: let your confidence be so distracting that onlookers become convinced it could only be part of the plan. 🤷🏽‍♀️👊🏻 A reminder this Monday that people see you in exactly the way you choose to have yourself seen. Utilise your control there — and you never need to position yourself as less worthy for the way you dress or for the way you look; for what you know or for who you are. That you woke up today. That you’re reading this means you’re just a mindset away from being worthy and from being confident. The best part: you’re your OWN mindset away from it. 🤸🏻‍♀️ It’s in your hands. If you ask me, the best thing you could do for yourself.. is to carpe the hell out of that mindset! 👊🏻🙌🏻 Happy Monday everyone!
  • Happy #SelfCareSunday everyone! 🌱 It’s funny — I didn’t even think when I wore my @floandfrankie kindness tee to visit @resthousefloat on Friday! “It’s cool to be kind” is a message that correlates ironically well with the purpose of floating. It’s also a lesson I’ve had to learn the hard way in terms of self care. 🙇🏼‍♀️ I’m a sucker for the blunt and ballsy ethos of @etthehiphoppreacher, meaning I don’t think we should be afraid of hard work — nor do I doubt for one second, that what you put in is what you get out. 👊🏻 With that said, I’ve totally been guilty for glamorising hard work and no sleep in the past. Whilst hard work matters.. and making progress towards your goals matters. So does happiness. Mental health. And the positive energy you spread everyday. You just can’t have or do any of it.. if you’re not looking after yourself properly. 🤷🏽‍♀️ Hell, at some point, you can’t even continue to make progress. I’ve mentioned recently the ways I’m trying to take self care more seriously in 2019. 🙌🏻 When the offer arose to float, I thought firstly, I’ve been recommended too many times not to try it. Secondly, this was probably just what I needed to really amp up [to be ironic] the whole slowing down process.👌🏼 I’ll be honest — for the first 20 minutes, I was so captivated by actually being in a pod and by being weightless, that I spent most of my time bouncing from one side of the pod 👉🏻 over to the other. 🤣 I soon moved onto the light show which occupied me for another ten or so. 😁 And then finally, FINALLY, I started to relax. I let the Epsom salts work their magic; that tranquil forest music and even, the silence that followed. 💆🏼‍♀️ I came out of the pod feeling like I’d been at a day-long spa. It was such an ideal way to end the week. ✔️ I’m sure the more I go, the less time I’ll spend clicking the buttons; closing and opening the capsule, like a five year old who can’t sit still — and I’ll reap even more of the mindful benefits. 😌 It’s a work in progress, the self-care endeavour. But take it from me, ya girl is determined! That’s what counts, right? ☺️ #resthousefloat #podselfie
  • JANUARY 🤸🏻‍♀️ GIVEAWAY! •• Happy Saturday everyone! Given how it’s never easy to get back into the work grind, I thought I’d lighten things up a bit this month with an exciting @floandfrankie giveaway! 🙌🏻 You might remember that last year, I teamed up with the brand specifically on their #flogivesback campaign for @nzfashionwk! 🙏🏻 It was super dear to my heart at the time to be supporting the spread of kindness not just in my own circle — but in circles far beyond too. All the way to Nepal, in fact, where proceeds help to leverage women into the workforce; to bring families out of poverty and to lower the rate of human trafficking. ✔️ The importance of kindness, being a human and listening to that human’s empathetic heart, is a message that resonates with me even more in 2019. Today, I’m so happy to give you the chance to: a) WIN this adorable “Kindness is Free” tee, b) take home my favourite necklace and earrings from the current collection 🙏🏻, and c) be apart of pushing #theflooneffect of being kind and giving back alongside me! TO WIN, simply do these two things! 1️⃣ FOLLOW @floandfrankie and @currentlylovingblog. 2️⃣ Comment THREE friends below and however you like, share some kindness with them! Open WORLDWIDE. Giveaway closes Friday 25th Jan. Good luck everyone! 👏🏻
  • EVENING ROUTINE ☕️🕊 •• For someone who lets few things get in the way of her morning routine, it’s surprising that my evenings tend to have such little structure. I’m rarely consistent in the time I arrive home; in when I choose to make dinner or even shut off from work / blogging / social media. 🤦🏽‍♀️ The only thing I’ve been good at in the evenings thus far, is 1) turning on my vaporiser because that shit works wonders for my sleep 💆🏼‍♀️ and 2) watching my favourite show while I eat. At the moment, I’m watching “YOU” like the rest of the world 😌 — and I’ll be honest, I can’t quite pinpoint what I think about it. All I know is that it pulls me enough to watch the next episode.. and so I do. Because I’m young, dumb and there is always progress to be made, what you see here isn’t necessarily my nightly routine. But it IS something I’d like to get into. 🙌🏻 So far, I’ve been successful at using these coconut oil wipes by @_cocobetty__ to remove my make-up and re-hydrate my face when I get home. In this muggy weather, it’s been especially appealing to wipe off the day with a set of vegan, cruelty-free wipes. 🌱 They’re also said to protect skin cells against environmental damage, so we’re winning there. ✔️✔️ Whilst I’m nailing my skin as a priority — probably because I know how much it flares up when it’s humid — it’s the next part that’s stumping me harder. 🙇🏼‍♀️ The good ol’ book and bed habit. We all know it’s a great way to wind down, but god almighty, trying to convince yourself of that at 9pm ain’t as easy as it sounds. Let’s remember, I’m stubborn as hell. In a dream world, I’d turn off Netflix; I’d light a candle, and I’d grab one of the latest sent to me by @penguinrandomhouse. 📚 @michelleobama’s Becoming is one I’ve made a start on and indeed, have sworn to keep going with based on the countless rave reviews. 👏🏻 My problem is I haven’t escaped enough to the world of Mrs Obama yet to know myself. Perhaps it’s the thought of learning a thing or two before bed.. 🤷🏽‍♀️ It’s just all. Too. Much. So I watch Netflix, clutter my mind and sleep terribly instead. 🤣🤦🏽‍♀️ To the evening gurus out there.. TEACH ME YOUR WAYS! 👇🏻👇🏻
  • HAPPY FRIDAY! 🤸🏻‍♀️ It’s fair to say I’m well and truly awake now after a 7am session at @loveathletica! 🙏🏻 There are few things that reset my mind and my body the way exercise does at the beginning of the day. 👌🏼 I feel so proud to say that it’s entirely a preference, as opposed to a push. What’s more, I can wholeheartedly admit that what gets me up to exercise — is not the way I look. 💁🏽‍♀️ Damn, if I relied on that for motivation, I’d stay in bed and fuss about my imperfections later. It’s knowing the way I do and will FEEL that pushes my first step out of the covers and into my shoes. 🙌🏻 Being motivated by your appearance — or changes you hope will happen to it — in my experience, will only motivate you for so long. Eventually, you’ll start on the excuses: “eh, I’m not looking that bad. I can skip a class.” 😌 “It’s not as if I’m obese.” 🤣 When it comes to our mental happiness, however, it’s different. We can’t take a break — if we do, the only person it affects [and affects badly] is us. In many ways, being mentally happy is something we HAVE to re-inspire and re-initiate everyday.. in order to have a good one! When we let this drive us and our actions, I tell ya, we’re destined for far more greatness, far more satisfaction than will ever — EVER — come from seeking a body goal. If I didn’t work out, I’d also feel 6392% more guilty for indulging in a brunch as fulfilling as this one at @fledglingespresso. 🙌🏻 I feel the opposite these days: deserving, not guilty. Balance is key and it’s a luxury that we CAN have — to enjoy the best of both worlds in life. Here’s to looking after our bodies and our minds in as many ways as we can this weekend and onwards! 👏🏻 It’s true: the workout doesn’t feel as good without the reward — and the reward, it certainly doesn’t taste as good without the workout. Who’s hitting both with me this weekend?! 🤭 P.S. grab yourself the vegan toastie at Fledgling if you’re based around Carlton North! Even without cheese, that sammy is toooo damn good! 💕
  • GOOD MORNING! ☕️🌿 I was lucky enough to have a few things reschedule themselves today, meaning that I have far more time to get on top of things that matter to me right now. 🙏🏻 That’s self care, happiness and peace of mind. I’ve started my morning a little differently than usual: with a slow dip and several laps in the apartment pool. I really can’t describe it justly without leaning towards a predictable term like ‘rejuvenating’ — so indeed, it was. Replenishing even. 😋 I love the way swimming allows my mind to wander. Each time I swim, I’m reminded of how it awakens my body — in a way that few other forms of exercise or morning routines can.👌🏼 What’s more, it’s always refreshing to mix it up. To break the routines that we swear by.. for the opportunity to feel a little different. 🕊 To notice and to envelop even a minor sense of a new chapter. I’m continuing this Thursday as I’ve started it. Getting some work done. Catching up with @digital.hann over coffee. ☕️ Even treating myself to a slow walk home. No one’s around and I tell ya, it feels like bliss. 🌱 Speaking of, it’s safe to say I’m now absolutely convinced on yoga — I’m heading to another class this evening with @themelbournelook and I can’t wait. When we find something we love or something that — simple as it sounds — does good things for us, I think it’s our responsibility to self to indulge in it often. Take smoothie bowls, for example. 🙂 We all know that despite my endeavour to eat more widely and nutritiously this year, my love for these will never fade. I’ll simply find a new way [or a new destination] at which to enjoy them. To let you in, the latest spot I’m hitting is @bowlsbaby — and truth be told, I’ll be here as often as I can. If not for the interior, that Golden smoothie [think banana, maple, raw dark chocolate..]. 🤪🤸🏻‍♀️ Life doesn’t get much better than doing and sharing the things you love. So here I am, folks, doing just that. 😌
  • STYLE UPDATE 💁🏽‍♀️ I’ll be honest, as much as I love dressing in statement pieces, my everyday style is actually pretty low-key. I walk everywhere and my days are pretty unpredictable — so I tend to gravitate towards pieces that are classic, comfortable and just that tiny bit different. The way I dress is not so much about standing OUT for me — I’ll be honest, I’m not bothered about the attention or recognition. For the sake of my own confidence and distinction, however, I do like to think of myself as far from blending IN. ✨ These days, you’ll find me in mom jeans or boyfriend shorts with a cropped tee; in easy, fun playsuits and bright, low-maintenance dresses. Indeed, similar to what I wore as a child, playing on a long summer evening. This pretty much sums my criteria to this day. If I can cartwheel in it.. well, it’s a bonus! 🤸🏻‍♀️😋 I like the way we didn’t think; we just dressed ourselves at five. I think we should maintain that simplicity of approach. Life is too short to feel you should dress a certain way — for people, for photos, for any damn reason that isn’t became you want to. For me, style will always be in the details: in the way you match your bag with your shoes. Your clothes with your personality. 🙏🏻 It’s a blessing you can’t overdo an authentic or classic look — otherwise I’d be the most guilty. I haven’t stopped wearing my @mvmtforher watch and sunnies since I received them [my sunnies just appeared in my stories, but I’ll share more photos soon! 🤫]. I was discussing with @themelbournelook the other day about how some successful CEOs encourage wearing the same thing everyday, in order to relieve yourself of the decision. It’s safe to say whilst I strive to be successful, I WILL be doing so in style — regardless of what Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg advise. As it turns out, making that decision gives me MORE inspiration and confidence — as opposed to draining me of the two. 👏🏻 If you’re the same, feel free to treat yourself to a couple of new and timeless pieces with my code “CURRENTLYLOVINGBLOG15” for $15 off anything at @mvmt! #jointhemvmt #mvmtambassador
  • It’s Tuesday and I’m writing down a follow-up reminder to myself to bask in the chaos. 🌱 9am: let things go. Time has more control than you do. 👌🏼 The truth is, it’s not enough to recall the importance of releasing tension and anticipation on a day that we are already calm. Say, on a Sunday wherein we practice yoga and indulge in a long brunch. 🙏🏻 It’s even more important to remember it today; when my mind is a bit everywhere and my path has grown foggy. When things are incredibly up in the air and I’m not sure how to bring them down. I’m reminding myself as I sip my second coffee of the day, that I don’t need to bring them down at all. 🙌🏻 For with time, they will lower and they will find their right place. My mind will do the same. Sometimes things aren’t perfect but we have to keep moving. I’m learning that instead of focusing on the negative, and on how distracted we are, it is much easier to see this as time in lieu. ☕️ It is in these chaotic times where we’ll grow appreciation for the state of equilibrium to come. For everything to feel just right, some things may have to feel just wrong. 🌿 But not forever. This too shall pass. And in doing so, it shall make room for better states to come. If you’re feeling similar to me today — somewhat clouded and uncertain — take a sip of your coffee for me. Know that it’s not going to be okay instantly. But I’ll tell you what will be. You. And me. We will always.. be okay. 💕

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  • Sometimes I wonder if life really is all that complex — or if we just over complicate the hell out of a rather simple existence. 🤷🏽‍♀️ Either way, I’ve come to a conclusion that I don’t really care what the hell I do in life.. so long that I’m bloody happy every day to be living it. 🤸🏻‍♀️ It’s my energetic, daring and go-getting self that I like best anyway. I figure it’s time I fed her soul the most! On that note, tell me below! 👇🏻👇🏻 Which version of yourself do you like best? And how often do you actually give time to him/her? 🤷🏽‍♀️ Go on, do it for you! Once you’ve commented, enjoy my favourite quote by Shauna Niequist. 🌱🕊 It goes, “I want a life that sizzles and pops and makes me laugh out loud. 😁🤣 And I don't want to get to the end, or to tomorrow, even, and realize that my life is a collection of meetings and pop cans and errands and receipts and dirty dishes. 🚃🚦🛌 🥣 I want to eat cold tangerines and sing out loud in the car with the windows open and wear pink shoes and stay up all night laughing and paint my walls the exact color of the sky right now. 🙌🏻 I want to sleep hard on clean white sheets and throw parties 🍾🍹 and eat ripe tomatoes and read books so good they make me jump up and down 📚, and I want my everyday to make God belly laugh, glad that he gave life to someone who loves the gift.” ☺️🤸🏻‍♀️🙏🏻
  • When you pack light, realise you didn’t bring a single jumper or pants — and find yourself hitching this dreamy ride in activewear and @a_jaxcreative’s shirt instead. 🤦🏽‍♀️ The closer you look, the more it really doesn’t work. 🤣 Here’s my tip: let your confidence be so distracting that onlookers become convinced it could only be part of the plan. 🤷🏽‍♀️👊🏻 A reminder this Monday that people see you in exactly the way you choose to have yourself seen. Utilise your control there — and you never need to position yourself as less worthy for the way you dress or for the way you look; for what you know or for who you are. That you woke up today. That you’re reading this means you’re just a mindset away from being worthy and from being confident. The best part: you’re your OWN mindset away from it. 🤸🏻‍♀️ It’s in your hands. If you ask me, the best thing you could do for yourself.. is to carpe the hell out of that mindset! 👊🏻🙌🏻 Happy Monday everyone!
  • Happy #SelfCareSunday everyone! 🌱 It’s funny — I didn’t even think when I wore my @floandfrankie kindness tee to visit @resthousefloat on Friday! “It’s cool to be kind” is a message that correlates ironically well with the purpose of floating. It’s also a lesson I’ve had to learn the hard way in terms of self care. 🙇🏼‍♀️ I’m a sucker for the blunt and ballsy ethos of @etthehiphoppreacher, meaning I don’t think we should be afraid of hard work — nor do I doubt for one second, that what you put in is what you get out. 👊🏻 With that said, I’ve totally been guilty for glamorising hard work and no sleep in the past. Whilst hard work matters.. and making progress towards your goals matters. So does happiness. Mental health. And the positive energy you spread everyday. You just can’t have or do any of it.. if you’re not looking after yourself properly. 🤷🏽‍♀️ Hell, at some point, you can’t even continue to make progress. I’ve mentioned recently the ways I’m trying to take self care more seriously in 2019. 🙌🏻 When the offer arose to float, I thought firstly, I’ve been recommended too many times not to try it. Secondly, this was probably just what I needed to really amp up [to be ironic] the whole slowing down process.👌🏼 I’ll be honest — for the first 20 minutes, I was so captivated by actually being in a pod and by being weightless, that I spent most of my time bouncing from one side of the pod 👉🏻 over to the other. 🤣 I soon moved onto the light show which occupied me for another ten or so. 😁 And then finally, FINALLY, I started to relax. I let the Epsom salts work their magic; that tranquil forest music and even, the silence that followed. 💆🏼‍♀️ I came out of the pod feeling like I’d been at a day-long spa. It was such an ideal way to end the week. ✔️ I’m sure the more I go, the less time I’ll spend clicking the buttons; closing and opening the capsule, like a five year old who can’t sit still — and I’ll reap even more of the mindful benefits. 😌 It’s a work in progress, the self-care endeavour. But take it from me, ya girl is determined! That’s what counts, right? ☺️ #resthousefloat #podselfie
  • JANUARY 🤸🏻‍♀️ GIVEAWAY! •• Happy Saturday everyone! Given how it’s never easy to get back into the work grind, I thought I’d lighten things up a bit this month with an exciting @floandfrankie giveaway! 🙌🏻 You might remember that last year, I teamed up with the brand specifically on their #flogivesback campaign for @nzfashionwk! 🙏🏻 It was super dear to my heart at the time to be supporting the spread of kindness not just in my own circle — but in circles far beyond too. All the way to Nepal, in fact, where proceeds help to leverage women into the workforce; to bring families out of poverty and to lower the rate of human trafficking. ✔️ The importance of kindness, being a human and listening to that human’s empathetic heart, is a message that resonates with me even more in 2019. Today, I’m so happy to give you the chance to: a) WIN this adorable “Kindness is Free” tee, b) take home my favourite necklace and earrings from the current collection 🙏🏻, and c) be apart of pushing #theflooneffect of being kind and giving back alongside me! TO WIN, simply do these two things! 1️⃣ FOLLOW @floandfrankie and @currentlylovingblog. 2️⃣ Comment THREE friends below and however you like, share some kindness with them! Open WORLDWIDE. Giveaway closes Friday 25th Jan. Good luck everyone! 👏🏻
  • EVENING ROUTINE ☕️🕊 •• For someone who lets few things get in the way of her morning routine, it’s surprising that my evenings tend to have such little structure. I’m rarely consistent in the time I arrive home; in when I choose to make dinner or even shut off from work / blogging / social media. 🤦🏽‍♀️ The only thing I’ve been good at in the evenings thus far, is 1) turning on my vaporiser because that shit works wonders for my sleep 💆🏼‍♀️ and 2) watching my favourite show while I eat. At the moment, I’m watching “YOU” like the rest of the world 😌 — and I’ll be honest, I can’t quite pinpoint what I think about it. All I know is that it pulls me enough to watch the next episode.. and so I do. Because I’m young, dumb and there is always progress to be made, what you see here isn’t necessarily my nightly routine. But it IS something I’d like to get into. 🙌🏻 So far, I’ve been successful at using these coconut oil wipes by @_cocobetty__ to remove my make-up and re-hydrate my face when I get home. In this muggy weather, it’s been especially appealing to wipe off the day with a set of vegan, cruelty-free wipes. 🌱 They’re also said to protect skin cells against environmental damage, so we’re winning there. ✔️✔️ Whilst I’m nailing my skin as a priority — probably because I know how much it flares up when it’s humid — it’s the next part that’s stumping me harder. 🙇🏼‍♀️ The good ol’ book and bed habit. We all know it’s a great way to wind down, but god almighty, trying to convince yourself of that at 9pm ain’t as easy as it sounds. Let’s remember, I’m stubborn as hell. In a dream world, I’d turn off Netflix; I’d light a candle, and I’d grab one of the latest sent to me by @penguinrandomhouse. 📚 @michelleobama’s Becoming is one I’ve made a start on and indeed, have sworn to keep going with based on the countless rave reviews. 👏🏻 My problem is I haven’t escaped enough to the world of Mrs Obama yet to know myself. Perhaps it’s the thought of learning a thing or two before bed.. 🤷🏽‍♀️ It’s just all. Too. Much. So I watch Netflix, clutter my mind and sleep terribly instead. 🤣🤦🏽‍♀️ To the evening gurus out there.. TEACH ME YOUR WAYS! 👇🏻👇🏻
  • HAPPY FRIDAY! 🤸🏻‍♀️ It’s fair to say I’m well and truly awake now after a 7am session at @loveathletica! 🙏🏻 There are few things that reset my mind and my body the way exercise does at the beginning of the day. 👌🏼 I feel so proud to say that it’s entirely a preference, as opposed to a push. What’s more, I can wholeheartedly admit that what gets me up to exercise — is not the way I look. 💁🏽‍♀️ Damn, if I relied on that for motivation, I’d stay in bed and fuss about my imperfections later. It’s knowing the way I do and will FEEL that pushes my first step out of the covers and into my shoes. 🙌🏻 Being motivated by your appearance — or changes you hope will happen to it — in my experience, will only motivate you for so long. Eventually, you’ll start on the excuses: “eh, I’m not looking that bad. I can skip a class.” 😌 “It’s not as if I’m obese.” 🤣 When it comes to our mental happiness, however, it’s different. We can’t take a break — if we do, the only person it affects [and affects badly] is us. In many ways, being mentally happy is something we HAVE to re-inspire and re-initiate everyday.. in order to have a good one! When we let this drive us and our actions, I tell ya, we’re destined for far more greatness, far more satisfaction than will ever — EVER — come from seeking a body goal. If I didn’t work out, I’d also feel 6392% more guilty for indulging in a brunch as fulfilling as this one at @fledglingespresso. 🙌🏻 I feel the opposite these days: deserving, not guilty. Balance is key and it’s a luxury that we CAN have — to enjoy the best of both worlds in life. Here’s to looking after our bodies and our minds in as many ways as we can this weekend and onwards! 👏🏻 It’s true: the workout doesn’t feel as good without the reward — and the reward, it certainly doesn’t taste as good without the workout. Who’s hitting both with me this weekend?! 🤭 P.S. grab yourself the vegan toastie at Fledgling if you’re based around Carlton North! Even without cheese, that sammy is toooo damn good! 💕
  • GOOD MORNING! ☕️🌿 I was lucky enough to have a few things reschedule themselves today, meaning that I have far more time to get on top of things that matter to me right now. 🙏🏻 That’s self care, happiness and peace of mind. I’ve started my morning a little differently than usual: with a slow dip and several laps in the apartment pool. I really can’t describe it justly without leaning towards a predictable term like ‘rejuvenating’ — so indeed, it was. Replenishing even. 😋 I love the way swimming allows my mind to wander. Each time I swim, I’m reminded of how it awakens my body — in a way that few other forms of exercise or morning routines can.👌🏼 What’s more, it’s always refreshing to mix it up. To break the routines that we swear by.. for the opportunity to feel a little different. 🕊 To notice and to envelop even a minor sense of a new chapter. I’m continuing this Thursday as I’ve started it. Getting some work done. Catching up with @digital.hann over coffee. ☕️ Even treating myself to a slow walk home. No one’s around and I tell ya, it feels like bliss. 🌱 Speaking of, it’s safe to say I’m now absolutely convinced on yoga — I’m heading to another class this evening with @themelbournelook and I can’t wait. When we find something we love or something that — simple as it sounds — does good things for us, I think it’s our responsibility to self to indulge in it often. Take smoothie bowls, for example. 🙂 We all know that despite my endeavour to eat more widely and nutritiously this year, my love for these will never fade. I’ll simply find a new way [or a new destination] at which to enjoy them. To let you in, the latest spot I’m hitting is @bowlsbaby — and truth be told, I’ll be here as often as I can. If not for the interior, that Golden smoothie [think banana, maple, raw dark chocolate..]. 🤪🤸🏻‍♀️ Life doesn’t get much better than doing and sharing the things you love. So here I am, folks, doing just that. 😌

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