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Most people have heard of distilled water, but beyond knowing it’s “pure”, many people aren’t quite sure what it’s actually used for. I’ve been making distilled water at home since 2018, and over the years, I’ve found more and more uses for it around the house. Some are obvious. Others genuinely surprised me. What makes … Click here to keep reading
Yes, you can drink distilled water. I know that might sound like a strange thing to lead with, but given how much misinformation is floating around online about this topic, it feels like the right place to start. There are people claiming distilled water will leach minerals from your bones, that it’s acidic and dangerous, … Click here to keep reading
New Year, new you – and then February arrives and suddenly you’re back on the sofa with a takeaway wondering what happened. Sound familiar? Good. Because that means you’re normal. Most healthy habits don’t fail because you’re lazy or undisciplined. They fail because the approach was never realistic in the first place. You started too … Click here to keep reading
The reflections below were originally written on 5 November 2018, when I was in my 30s, and were first published on another website. They’ve since been removed from there, but I wanted to share them here as an honest reflection of what I thought I regretted in my 20s at that stage of life. I’ve … Click here to keep reading
Being vegan does not have to be expensive. Eating traditional plant-based foods instead of meats and cheeses is actually a much cheaper option. But, like anything in life, you can choose to buy premium, organic and independent brands, or you can choose to buy cheaper supermarket-own labels and value labels. But what about protein? Is … Click here to keep reading
You know that feeling when your desk just looks… flat? Same screen, same paperwork, same coffee mug in the same spot. And if you’re working in a space without much natural light, it can feel even more lifeless. That’s where plants quietly make a difference. Even a small desk plant can shift the whole mood. … Click here to keep reading
You know that feeling. You’re not ill. You’re functioning. You’re getting through the day. But something feels… off. You’re more tired than usual. A bit foggy. A little irritable. Your motivation has dipped, and your energy isn’t where it used to be. Nothing dramatic. Just flat. And it’s tempting, in moments like that, to look … Click here to keep reading
When the temperature rises, something funny happens. We spend all day enjoying the sunshine, maybe even wishing for more of it. Then night comes. The air feels heavy. The bedroom feels stuffy. The sheets cling. And suddenly you’re wide awake at 2am wondering why on earth you can’t just fall asleep. Hot weather and good … Click here to keep reading
If you’re trying to live more consciously, clothing often becomes the next area that starts to feel uncomfortable. You recycle. You reduce waste at home. You think more carefully about food and everyday purchases. But clothes? They’re harder. They’re emotional, practical, and tied to identity. And the fashion industry does not make ethical choices easy … Click here to keep reading
In today’s world, we often hear the advice to “be your true self” and live authentically. While this sounds empowering, the reality is much more complicated. Many of us struggle to express our true thoughts, beliefs, and passions – especially on controversial topics like politics, health, and spirituality – out of fear of judgment or … Click here to keep reading