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What would 1 week of work look like in an ideal world? What words will you be using during your ideal day?
The idea of ‘work’ is certainly changing in a way that the 9-5 will be turned on it’s head. Yes you can still have a set of responsibilities and necessary deadlines, acheivements, etc, but if it was up to me you would be able to have the creative time you need and when you want it.
In 1 week I like to work on variety, but also take small steps knowing I have achieved something. So in an ideal world the week can be split or flaked by the following tasks – creating a rad digital project with developers, pulling together strategy to help launch products for the greater good (as well as research), looking at online campaign channels and testing what works – search marketing, affiliates, traffic partners, display, possibly briefing in a print ads to graphic designer, researching new energy initiatives and funding that is put out there, networking with others interested in energy, sustainable living, and digital stuff.
This new found freedom is certainly multi-faceted and that’s really the way I think work is going. Collaboration and Flexibility – home working/office working. You set the time, but also look to establish convenient meeting times with others including feedback loops.
There is plenty to do and see in London which can cause ample distraction – restaurants, shows, museums, galleries, concerts, parks, markets. Something for every type.
Lately I have realised that the amount of free educational-type events are in abundance. No matter what you are interested in Universities, Societies, Meetup Groups are some of the many that are hosting very interesting free events, mostly in the evenings.
Who wouldn’t take up these amazing free opportunities to learn about an interesting topic? A chance to see some of the most influential figures in social science…count me in! They can also become a social outing of sorts paired with a pub or dinner outing afterwards. Discuss.
So just look and you’ll find inspiration in all corners of London.
Here is a list of some popular places I search for events:
LSE Events
RSA Events
Meetup
NetImpact
Green Events
British Libray Business Centre
London Development Agency
Tis the season to be a bit more creative with your gifts. While everyone is hoarding the high streets, I have gone back to my natural roots and found inspiration in beauty products, specifically body scrubs. It’s a bit different, but I am a big advocate of body scrubs and thought that they should be easy to make and can do wonders for your skin. Exfoliating is almost of fact of life. By doing so you can get rid of residues and impurities, dead skin cells and dirt underneath clogged poars. Of course, you can feel smoother, sleeker and give your skin a new glow instantaneously.
Hence the reason, I got excited and decided to hit the supermarket and local DIY store to find some nice jars for holiday gifts. Basic ingredients for a nice scrub include granulated sugar, oatmeal, sweet almond or grapeseed oil, and an essential oil to help provide a scent of your liking.
Body Scrub Preparation
My friend Shonali joined me to everything from a simple sugar and spice scrub:
* 1/2 cup granulated sugar
* 1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
* 1/2 cup sweet almond oil
* 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
* 1 Tbsp ground oatmeal
* 1 tsp nutmeg
Instructions
Combine all ingredients and store in an airtight jar for further use. Scrub face with mixture 2-3 minutes, rinse, and pat dry.
Natural Body Scrub Creation
To Mocha Spice Scrub:
* 1 cup sugar
* 1 tablespoon ground coffee
* 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
* 1 teaspoon cinnamon
* Generous pinch nutmeg
* Generous pinch ginger
* 1/4 to 1/2 cup almond oil (or other light oil, such as grapeseed or jojoba)
Preparation:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, coffee, cocoa, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
Whisk in 1/4 cup oil until it is completely combined with the sugar mixture. Stir in the remaining oil by the tablespoonful until desired consistency is achieved. Transfer scrub to an airtight, nonreactive container with a wide mouth (for example, a hermetic glass jar with a clamp lid).
Now onto scrubbing…
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Thanks to those that help set you free.
Thanks to those that give.
Thanks to those that provide you with a choice.
Thanks to those that stray off the beaten path.
Thanks to those that put you in your place. (when you need it!)
Thanks to those that love.
Thanks to those that listen and reach out.
Thanks to those that seek adventure.
Thanks to those that offer a helping hand when you least expect it.
Thanks to those that are passionate.
Thanks to those that give a different perspective.
Thanks to those that care.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Cheffing it up to combine the globe’s best tastes around Copenhagen. Thanks to the dothegreenthing.com
After attending a fabulous Future of Green event organised through Insider Worldwide, I wanted to take the time to highlight key points from each of the presenter’s speed presentations. It was a fast, furious, and fun night with no presentation lasting more that 10 minutes and truly kept my attention span sparked after a long day of the daily grind:
Snippets from the eve…
So it’s really self-explanatory; Right?…just change your behaviour and start sharing the currency of meaning and living within your means. Stay tuned..
As I decided to open my beloved book by Michael Norton and turn to today’s date, I couldn’t have found the most ideal entry. It was almost like believing horoscope writers and feeling that for that one moment they sort of understand you and the horoscope may possibly hold an ounce of truth. Ha!
SO back to Michael Norton’s “365 Ways to Change the World” – Post for 31 October
Spread some Happiness! The town of Slough (very much a suburb of London) created a campaign called ‘Make Slough Happy’ and developed a 10 point manifesto which is encouraged to be spread through the community called the Happiness Manifesto..
Happiness Manifesto
1.Exercise for half an hour 3 times a week
2.Count your Blessings – at the end of each day reflect on at least five different things you are grateful for.
3.Pass an hour in uninterrupted conversation with your partner of closest friend each week.
4.Plant something – a window box or pot plant – then keep it alive.
5.Cut your TV viewing by half – or more if you can.
6.Smile or say hello to a stranger – at least once each day.
7.Make contact with a friend or relation you have not seen for a while and arrange a meet up.
8.Have a good laugh – at least once a day.
9.Give yourself a daily treat.
10. Do an extra turn for someone each day.
Besides thinking about yourself, think about how to make your town happier (especially during this change of season).
