Ladies who lunch do it at Chez Bruce
A long lunch with a girl friend deserves a suitably special venue. This local institution won’t disappoint…
The Archive
February 2020
January 2020
2020: what’s your story?
A new decade provides the perfect opportunity to take stock of where you are at. Here’s some food for thought as well as some practical tips to help you write your best story….
November 2019
Sisters before misters
This month we explore the enduring nature of our relationships with girlfriends and why that unique bond deserves to be cherished and celebrated at every opportunity…
Behind the scenes on a Me Spot retreat
Without giving too much away, here’s a sneak preview of what it’s really like on a Me Spot retreat. AND it’s coming to you live as it happens. See what we are up to…
October 2019
Half a day in Cadiz
Cadiz is a city with something for everyone. Come on a whistelstop tour as we spend half a day there…
September 2019
A creature of habit
Our habits can serve us well or they can skupper our efforts. Understanding how they are formed can be a game changer. Here’s what you need to know…
July 2019
Where will I be least trouble..?
My early morning swim gave me much more food for thought than I imagined. Life lessons are everywhere! Here’s what I learned…
June 2019
Nutrition made simple
Nutrition can be confusing and opinions conflicting. This month’s blog gives you some no nonsense guidelines PLUS a bonus recipe…
May 2019
Are you getting enough…?
There are different and often conflicting messages about exercise everywhere you turn. So how much is enough and what exactly should we be doing? This month’s blog tells all…
March 2019
Stepping out of the comfort zone
Daunting as it may see, travelling on your own can bring the most memorable experiences. This month I packed my suitcase and headed off into the unknown….
Don’t get the hump…
A rounded upper back is no longer a function of age but, rather, of our lifestyles. Here’s why it happens and what you can do to prevent it…
February 2019
I love Barnes…
An hour of ‘me-time’ each day is my target. Barnes is one of my favourite haunts. Check out my top five places to go…
January 2019
2018: Reflections on a year well spent
If the ‘new year new you’ theme is wearing a bit thin, this month’s blog reveals the things that will really make a difference this year…
December 2018
What age would you like to be?
What age would you be if you could? Meet the man who is aiming to legally knock 20 years off his…
November 2018
A single life: a life worth living
Every now and again, I read something that is entirely at odds with the way I live my life and everything I believe and stand for…
October 2018
5 steps to a more balanced life
In a world where we are pulled in all directions all of the time, it’s easy for our lives to lose all sense of balance. What is the answer?
August 2018
Procastination – how to beat it once and for all
Intention is a wonderful thing but procrastination will always get in the way unless you know how to combat it. Find out why it happens and how to get beyond it…
Mindset lessons from an unlikely source
They say there are lessons to be learnt in every situation but I never thought the world cup was one of them. It was a fascinating journey in managing the mind and we can all benefit…
July 2018
Sitting could be the new smoking….
The benefits of exercise are well documented, but all your efforts could be in vain if you spend the rest of your time sitting. Here’s why..
June 2018
Bringing home the best of the Mediterranean diet
The Mediterranean diet is widely regarded as one of the most healthy in the world but there’s nothing like personal experience to shine the light…
May 2018
Be yourself: peacock or penguin?
It’s easy to let others’ expectations influence how we behave and how we feel about ourselves and in so doing, impact on our happiness. Working out who you really are and not being afraid to be yourself is the only way forward.
April 2018
Body brushing for an instant boost this spring
As we emerge from the dark, cold days of winter and start to peel off the layers, what’s underneath can be a bit of a shock! Skin that has seen little light for a few months and has had to protect us from the biting cold, is unlikely to look its best. Enter body brushing. […]
March 2018
Tooting and the tapas
Tooting is officially one of the coolest places on earth. That’s if the Lonely Planet is to be believed. Nestling alongside, Lisbon, Copenhagen, and Rio, there in all its glory is Tooting. Who would have thought it?! I always loved Tooting for its multi-cultural charm. The sights, smells and sounds reminded me of the wonderful […]
January 2018
5 stretches to prevent back pain
Back pain is often a symptom of modern lifestyles. Stretching can really help. Here’s our favourite stretches to get you pain-free…
New Year, New Thinking
It’s a fact: your thoughts influence outcomes. Master them and things could be very different. This month’s blog shows you how.
December 2017
10 ways to combat Christmas weight gain
It’s easy to pile on the pounds at this time of year. Here’s our top tips to make sure you ‘maintain’ and not ‘gain’ this Christmas…
November 2017
Who’s taking care of you?
Caring for yourself is essential but how when life is so busy..?
October 2017
Use it or lose it: how to maintain your strength as you age
It’s never too late. Here’s some things you can do today…
September 2017
Your September fitness campaign: the ONE thing you need to know
If you have tried before to improve your fitness or address your weight and not had the sustainable results you hoped for, you’re not alone. But how do you guarantee results..?
August 2017
Rules are made to be broken – especially fashion ones!
Life is too short to live it by the rules and owning your personal style is a great place to start…
Stress – its impact and how to manage it
What was once the body’s natural way of responding to one off situations is now making us ill. Managing your stress has never been more important…
July 2017
The best cafe in South West London?
One of my absolute favourite things is trying a new restaurant or café.
The most effective way to exercise for older women (top tips)
The recipe for health and wellness for older women does not need to be so difficult…
The 1 thing you need to know about good nutrition…
Here’s some things to think about if you find yourself turning to whatever is to hand…
The Me Spot blog is born…
Up until now ‘my way’ didn’t include blogging and social media but something shifted my perspective…