Olea Absolute Nutrition & Wellness

11/10/2024

SOMETHING FOR THE WEEKEND - AN EGGSAXPERATING STORY!
As I sit here this afternoon putting the final touches on my wellbeing at work workshop for next week around "feeding your brain", I'm reminded about the benefits to the brain and our neurotransmitters of the humble egg, and being World Egg Day, I thought I'd share a little story that might make you chuckle.

Last year on World Egg Day, I got myself into a whole heap of trouble at a UK Airport for travelling with eggs! Who knew they should have been in the 1litre clear plastic liquids bag! I had 4 of them🥚 by the way!

There was a stand-off as I protested that my eggs were actually hardboiled so technically did not need to be in the clear plastic bag.
So, there we were at a crucial moment! To break or not to break! .............

I was allowed to take back possession of my entire prized clutch after some manual manipulation to ascertain the "hardboiledness" of said eggs.

Now you may be wondering, why on earth would you be travelling with eggs?
Well quite simply they are the best, most nutritious breakfast, lunch or snack you can pack, especially given that the food sold on airlines these days is dreadful, and if like me you need something gluten free then it's necessary to BYO, because your options are usually limited to a bag of crisps or a chocolate bar - nothing healthful - always such a disappointment!

So this weekend if you are planning a brunch give some thought to including an egg based dish there are so many amazing recipes our there to tempt the taste buds; my favourite is my friend's chilli fried eggs!
What's yours?

Happy weekend
Julie

02/10/2024

HELLO OCTOBER

This time last year I was tucked away on holiday still. However, this year I’ve kicked off the month in full flow with my Spa Sister Carly Chamberlain - Wellness writer & educator at Spa Life International Ireland doing a live podcast on unleashing your team champions. Wonderful to be with so many spa professionals in one space, to catch up with friends, and to have the opportunity to be staying on a few more days to do some spa team training and development.

As always, I’m always curious as to what awareness days are being highlighted this month, and for October we have many things related to women’s health – menopause, breast cancer, osteoporosis…

But there will also be two important dates for me:

🌐 World Mental Health Day on the 10th - according to the UK charity Mind 1 in 6 people report experiencing a common mental health problem (like anxiety and depression) in any given week. Poignant because I’ll be delivering a wellbeing at work workshop on the 17th called “Feed Your Brain” highlighting how important a healthy diet is for our mental wellbeing and performance.

🌐And World Food Day on the 16th – with this year’s theme being “Right to foods for a better life and a better future”. Over 2.8 billion people in the world are unable to afford a healthy diet; a sobering fact. So, I want to dive into the topics related to “What Can You Do” https://www.fao.org/world-food-day/take-action/what-can-you-do/en and see how I can use my professional knowledge as a nutritional therapist to contribute in some way.

Wishing you a healthful month ahead.
Julie

23/09/2024

As the annual global celebrations for World Wellness Weekend come to a close, today sees the start of the International Week of Happiness at Work, a movement that World Wellness Weekend also supports.

Therefore, I was delighted to be invited by Fennande van der Meulen and Maartje Jansen to deliver a webinar this morning on "Finding Your Way to Wellbeing".

It was great to learn that the participants really found taking some out from work for themselves a positive and worthwhile experience.

Here's a few of their comments on the session:
🌼"Thank you, Julie, for a calm and measured session"
🌼"Great tips, food for thought and getting dedicated time to think and talk about wellness/wellbeing."
🌼"Highlights what I 'could' be doing over what I 'should' be doing. Thanks for this insight!

If you'd like to know about the programme that the International Week of Happiness at Work has put together for this week then head on over to https://lnkd.in/eyusug5x

They have a great toolbox too you can download for your company or organisation to help you get started on building a culture of happiness https://lnkd.in/eZ6nFmTB

AND why not decide with your team this week to sign the happiness manifesto https://lnkd.in/eUZT2dSJ

21/09/2024

This webinar in celebration of focuses on the crucial role of diet in enhancing energy and vitality. Emphasising the importance of cons...

21/09/2024

Missed my Saturday Brunch Webinar?
No worries you can watch it in catch up on my You Tube Channel.
Jx

This webinar in celebration of focuses on the crucial role of diet in enhancing energy and vitality. Emphasising the importance of cons...

21/09/2024

Going live in 1 hour for "Saturday Brunch with Jules - Eating Well" in celebration of World Wellness Weekend
For those who turn up live today I have a special thank you for you - my E-book nutrition reset, packed with recipes and tips to make eating well a no-brainer!
Hope to see you there.
Registration link in the comments.

01/09/2024

HELLO SEPTEMBER 🌍✨ A month to embrace health awareness, global wellness, and unity! ✨🌍

🌍 Looking at the list of awareness days/weeks for September shows that this month is a great reminder for us of the power of care, connection, community and unity.

It’s a time to come together for causes that touch us all.
From raising awareness for various types of cancers — blood, gynaecological, childhood, male, and lymphoma — to heart health and advocating for the mental health of our youth, we're reminded how vital our physical and mental wellbeing is.

And it's not just about health; it's about happiness, peace and our environment too! World Wellness Weekend and World Cleanup Day inspire us to take care of ourselves and our planet. World Peace Day calls for all humanity to commit to peace above all differences. The International Week of Happiness at Work encourages us to cultivate a positive work culture and consider how we can make being happy at work the norm.

Each of these days or weeks comes back to one core value: caring for each other and our planet in an effort to create a healthier, happier, safer world. 💚

Whether by supporting cancer research, talking openly about mental health, fostering happiness at work, or cleaning up our communities, we all have a role to play.

Let’s honour these days by showing up for ourselves and each other.
Let’s foster environments where happiness, health, and peace can thrive. 🌿💪
Let's use this month as a chance to reflect, take action, and come together in kindness, empathy, and purpose. 💪✨

How will you make a difference this September? 🌱

28/08/2024

Calling all hypnotherapists! Join Sandie Ashing's gloabl ripple to create an amazing wave of peace around the globe this World Wellness Weekend
She's created a wonderful tool for you to use. She explains here in this video
https://www.facebook.com/reel/494007283271528

22/08/2024

The countdown is ON! Just 30 days before the 8th edition of World Wellness Weekend 20-22 Sept 2024 ! 🗓🌍

Join us for a weekend filled with FREE, FUN and INCLUSIVE activities designed to promote wellness for ALL.

From yoga sessions to dance classes, massages, mindfulness workshops and fitness challenges, there's something for everyone to enjoy! 😉

👀 Why participate?

⚕ Improve your health
Discover new ways to improve your physical and mental well-being.

😂 Enjoy yourself
Enjoy a variety of activities that are both entertaining and beneficial.

🌍 Be part of a global movement
Join millions around the world in celebrating wellness and healthy living.

🤔 How to get involved?

📅 Mark your calendar
Save the dates 20th, 21st and 22nd September, 2024

💌 Invite friends and family
Share the excitement and encourage your loved ones to join.

Stay Tuned
Follow us for updates and the full schedule of events, or simply check the map in our bio.

Let's make this World Wellness Weekend the best one yet! 🌟

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18/08/2024

18 August: Never Give Up Day

Easier said than done I know because I’ve been there, more times than I care to count when it comes to changing an old ingrained habit in support of a new more healthful one, but thankfully now it's something I know how to tackle.

Because habits from upbringing and habits from unmet needs have a very, very strong pull and need some special attention.

Do you have an invisible "pull" force that that is stopping you from being successful in trying to break your unhealthy habits or adopting new healthy ones?

If you are looking for help to break away from that pull and want support in not giving up on pursuing your goal of a healthier, happier, more energized feeling, then let’s have a chat and see how my health & lifestyle reset kick-starter sessions could be the key to get you going.

There is a first 30-minute complimentary session waiting for you at "Schedule Appointment with Olea Absolute Nutrition & Wellness" (acuityscheduling.com)

Happy Sunday.

16/08/2024

Be the Change you want to see in the world: become a ! 🌟

Dive into the world of wellness with us and lead the charge in your community! It’s easy, fun, and so rewarding! Here’s how to get started:

🖊 Sign Up
Join for free at wellmap.org (18 languages) and make a global impact.

🩵 Host a Fun Activity
Organize just one free wellness activity and shine on the global map as an Official Participant. It’s your chance to spread health and happiness!

🏅 Level Up
Host THREE free activities during World Wellness Weekend on September 20-21-22, 2024, and snag your « 2024 Wellness CHAMPION » badge.

📲 Share the Wellness
Use to share your awesome activities and inspire even more people.

Ready to inspire and lift those around you? 😉
Join us and become a WELLfluencer today!

Together, we’ll create a healthier, happier world. 💚