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24/12/2025

Merry Christmas to each & every one of you.
May today be filled with blessings, love & laughter!!

23/12/2025

Advent Day Calendar Day 24: A Moment of Gratitude

On this final day of our Advent Calendar, take a quiet moment to pause ✨
Write down three things you’re grateful for today — big or small.

Gratitude helps calm the mind, reduce stress, and gently shift your energy into positivity and presence.
A beautiful way to finish this season and step into Christmas Eve with a full heart

Thank you for sharing this Advent journey with me

22/12/2025

Festive Sips, Minus the Alcohol

Try a refreshing holiday mocktail made with sparkling water, fresh herbs, and fruit ✨
It feels celebratory, keeps you hydrated, and lets you enjoy the moment without the after-effects of alcohol.

Light, festive, and perfect for staying energised through the season

21/12/2025

Balance the Sweet with Something Fresh

Enjoy your favourite holiday sweets — then gently balance them with something fresh and nutrient-rich, like fruit or veggies ✨
This simple habit helps steady energy levels and supports digestion without taking away the joy of the season.

It’s not about restriction — it’s about balance, ease, and feeling good

21/12/2025

Straight from my blog with guidance staying healthy over Christmas

A Calmer, Smarter Way to Eat This Christmas (Especially for Women 40+)If you’re a woman over 40, chances are you’ve tried more health plans than you can count.Low fat.Low carb.Counting points.Cutting food groups.Starting strong… then quietly giving up.And Christmas?That’s usually when it all...

21/12/2025

Start where you are
Use what you have
Do what you can

20/12/2025

Advent Calendar Day 21: Plan Ahead for Calm, Balanced Days

Taking a few minutes to plan tomorrow’s meals — even just breakfast and lunch — can make healthy choices feel effortless ✨
It helps prevent impulse snacking, reduces decision fatigue, and keeps your day feeling more balanced.

A little planning tonight = a smoother, more in-control tomorrow

20/12/2025

For so many of us, the difference isn’t effort.
It isn’t willpower.
And it definitely isn’t “trying harder.”

It’s support.
It’s understanding what’s changing in your body.
It’s learning how to nourish yourself in this season — without judgement.

If you’ve had moments where you’ve wondered, “Am I doing this right?”
Please know — you’re not alone, and you’re not doing it wrong.

Progress doesn’t come from pressure.
It comes from patience, reassurance, and steady care.

You’re allowed to take this one step at a time 💗

— Julie-Ann

19/12/2025

Advent Calendar Day 20: Small Plate, Big Difference

Using a smaller plate is a simple trick that can naturally reduce portion sizes — without feeling deprived ✨
You still get to enjoy your favourite foods, just in amounts that support comfort, digestion, and balance.

Less overwhelm, more satisfaction, and a gentler way to enjoy meals

18/12/2025

Advent Calendar Day 19: Cozy & Festive Dessert, Made Lighter

Baked apples with cinnamon and nuts are the perfect way to enjoy something sweet without overdoing it ✨
Warm, comforting, and full of flavour, they feel indulgent while still being a lighter, more nourishing dessert option.

A beautiful way to satisfy a sweet craving and keep things balanced during the festive season

18/12/2025

Embrace the beauty of IMPERFECTION...

17/12/2025

Advent Calendar Day 18: Festive Protein Treat (Without the Sugar Crash)

Looking for a holiday snack that feels special and nourishing?
Try a Greek yogurt parfait topped with berries, cinnamon, or toasted coconut flakes ✨

It’s high in protein, naturally satisfying, and feels indulgent without the sugar spike.
A simple seasonal treat your body will thank you for

If you want it more Christmas-style, swap in:

🍓 Fresh strawberries or raspberries
🌰 Chopped nuts with a sprinkle of cinnamon
🍫 A few dark chocolate shavings