Author: Megg
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NaNoWriMo 2015
November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) and this year I decided to try do exactly that. Just like many other writers, I stupidly took on the task of writing 50 000 words this month. I say stupidly because I run a dance and Pilates business (it’s our busiest time of year now), I have…
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What my job has taught me
Some people just hate their jobs. I feel I am one of the very few people that can say that I love my job. Well most of the time anyway. Just like any career my work is sometimes just that, work. But more often than not it’s a pleasure. Making a difference in people’s lives…
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Exercise like a child again
Exercise can be super fun and sometimes finding your inner child for a workout can be exhilarating. With exam season well on it’s way and stress levels rising excercise is the answer to help you destress. So, how can you do this you may be wondering? Try this fun workout. Pick a song for each…
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The busy girls fitness hacks
Busy girl’s or even lazy girls really need some motivation sometimes to stay fit and to do easy tasks to keep going. Here are some fantastic fitness hacks for the very busy. Try to incorporate them into your daily lives. Keep it short Try opt for shorter but more intense workouts rather than longer,…
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Don’t let life make you hard
Life is tough. No one ever said life was easy and each and every one of us has our own problems to deal with. Sometimes though those problems become overwhelming and the problems we face can change us. In life we have to make daily decisions to care, decisions to be nice, to strike up…
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How having a baby changes your posture
I love my babies so much but since I had my daughter I have realized that my “good” posture has gone out the window. The other day I was in the middle of a dance class and was asked to sit upright and do simple upper back extension. I almost died. My upper back muscles…
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You only have one body – look after it!
I know this is pretty much common sense but somehow, even though we all know this we don’t really live by this. And we should. I have been lucky, or unlucky, enough to have been able to watch people around me struggle with their bodies. Some from illness, some from repetitive broken bones and…
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How to write the perfect thank you note
This week I found myself writing a thank you email to someone we really never see for the cutest gift they bought Hayden. What was interesting though was that I didn’t quite know how to say thank you and if what I was saying was enough. Have we lost the ability to say thank you…
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Friendships count
This week we’re dealing with a little girl who is really nasty to the other little girls. We have had this problem in the past and we have had this problem with this particular girl before. Shouting at her or chasing her out of class also doesn’t seem to bother her one bit so…
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Postpartum exercise
After having Lilah I remember being extremely shocked at how weak my stomach muscles were, in fact how weak my whole body was. When I was pregnant with Hayden I prepared myself, or I thought I did, for this again. And boy-oh-boy it didn’t work. I thought I remembered how weak I was but…
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10 things to help you prevent burnout
Times are hectic. People are working harder than they ever have and people are reaching burnout point a lot quicker than they would like to admit. That’s ok! If you’re one of these people then take a deep breathe and realise that you’re not alone. And whenever you feel like you’re on the verge of a…
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How to be more organized
We all want to be more organized. And in our busy lives this is not always easy to do. Here are some simple steps to follow to help you organize your life. Say no Learn to say no. There is simply too little time in a day for you to do everything. So learn to…
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Healthy snack ideas for busy bodies
It’s so difficult to eat healthy throughout the day, especially if you’re constantly on the run. Some of us have occasional busy days, some of us have busy days every day, and sometimes we have nightmare days (my nightmare days are Wednesdays). So here are some snacks that can all be prepared the night…
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Email detox
Does it feel to you like if you receive one more email you might just want to scream, run away, and (just like Belle) rather stay couped up in the castle with the Beast than so much as open, let alone answer the mail? Excuse the Disney reference, but I think it does my point…
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How to make it through a bad day, week, month, or year – you can do it!
We all have bad days, bad weeks, bad months. How we deal with these difficult times is what really shows character and what builds us up for the future. I’m having one of those weeks where it just feels like nothing goes your way (despite all of the positive things that are happening too).…
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How much are you worth?
We all undervalue ourselves. Why? Is this because we are too scared to come across as know it alls or big headed? Hells yes! Is this because often what we’re trying to sell to people is second nature to us and something we are used to doing? Yes! Is this because we can’t justify charging…
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10 things everyone should know
Life can be tough. It can be tough if you’re bullied at school, not first in your class, underdressed at an event, fired from a job, or lose a loved one. Life can be tough. But, there are 10 important life lessons everyone should know and should live by. If it feels wrong, don’t do…
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5, 4, 3, 2, 1 guide to packing for a trip
Whether you’re going on holiday or on business packing for the actual trip is an important part of your preparations. The last thing you want is to be underprepared or schlepping along a huge bag full of clothes that you land up never even wearing (I’m guilty of this). So, when packing you need to…
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8 Things small business owners can learn from dancers
Much like running a business, dance is a lot of work and it can be super rewarding. Dedication Dancers are probably some of the most dedicated people you will ever meet. Dance is not just about pitching up, it’s about complete focus and always doing everything that’s expected of you and so is business.…
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8 Ways to multitask everyday – like a boss!!
Our lives are hectic. Now add in cleaning the house, making food, work, exercise, and everything else we have to do every week. Sometimes it can all be a little overwhelming and we find ourselves wondering where time goes in the day and why we didn’t achieve what we wanted to. One way to…