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Sweet Digs – A New Home for Forward Forty

Anybody else guilty of glorifying working non-stop? In 2019 I’m done. I'm glorifying working inspired. Here are some other things I’m also glorifying: believing in abundance, sharing more of what I know (look out for our 2019 #bossbabe social media summit) and creating a space for other creatives and digital entrepreneurs to do what they do best-...

This Holiday Gift Guide is full of unique suggestions for everyone on your list

The Do’s and Don’ts of Gift Giving And Our Best Gifts For The Holidays

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My sister once dated a guy for almost seven years while she was in her 30s, and each year Christmas was punctuated with a heated discussion about the gifts he would gaily wrap and place in her hands. For someone who is methodical and hyper thoughtful about what she gives the people in her life,...

I can bet that these beautiful lake regions may not make it on you many travelers must-see list when first traveling to Italy, but if you wish to head onto a road less traveled, avoiding the usual tourist traps and yet not compromise on interest, adventure while discovering a destination unsurpassed in beauty and charm, the lakes are wonderful way to begin These lakes have become my new favourite spots, giving me a sneak peek into the la dolce vita lifestyle-even for a day.

The Lake Region of Milan Has All Sorts Of Wonderful, Not Just Clooney

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Since my move to Milan from Paris a few months ago, I've spent a lot of energy settling into my new home, spending time familiarising myself with the city and the places of interest while getting lost and 'unlost' every day. Getting settled takes time so how do I satisfy my thirst for travel and adventure when time,...

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT GOOD QUALITY OLIVE OIL

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One of my favourite regions in Italy is Tuscany. Known for its extraordinary countryside, rolling hills furrowed with grapevines and shaded by cypress trees, this romantic region is also favourited for its vineyards and wine production. The Tuscan region is also one of Italy’s major producers of olive oil. Italian extra virgin olive oil is world...

I’ve conducted over the years and common beliefs that most successful women had about the benefits of creating a morning routine that works for them.

5 Habits Successful Women Cultivate In The Morning

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Habits are powerful things. Think about it for a second. We act out what we know, what we are used to and what we have been trained to do in the past more frequently than stopping to think for a moment of an alternative. What is the better choice now, a choice in the moment that...

Italian extra virgin olive oil is world renowned and it is probably safe to say that it is the bedrock of Italian cooking. Not only is it used liberally as a cooking oil to sear, baste, grill, and sauté; it is a dressing, a condiment, and a rub. So when I received an invitation to spend not only a weekend in Tuscany but also to go olive picking, I jumped at the opportunity.

What You Need To Know About Good Quality Olive Oil

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One of my favourite regions in Italy is Tuscany. Known for its extraordinary countryside, rolling hills furrowed with grapevines and shaded by cypress trees, this romantic region is also favourited for its vineyards and wine production. The Tuscan region is also one of Italy’s major producers of olive oil. Italian extra virgin olive oil is world...

This video will provide some great tips for decorating this Christmas

Simple Décor Ideas For The Holidays

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Christmas is the best kind of chaos. When the days get shorter and the air gets heavy with feel-good sentiments, there’s nothing like pulling out decorations that have been tucked away for 11 months and getting the home ready for the holidays. Sometimes though, we need a little nudge to think beyond the garlands, the poinsettias, and...

What’s The Best Kind Of Bread To Eat?

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If you’re on a diet, you know that bread is usually on the list of foods you should not even think about eating. This is because bread is generally perceived as fattening. But if you're like me, and you do not want to give up the bread just to be skinny, the answer may be...

What Exactly Should You Do If You Lose Your Luggage At An Airport

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Here is one of the best travel tips ever - don’t lose anything in an airport: your kids, pets, luggage and especially your mind. If you enjoy people watching, then an airport provides the best metaphor for life. After all, there is a great amount of emotions on display: joy, sadness, expectations, anxiety. There is also a...

A Feng Shui Master Shares Her Principles For A Happy Home

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One of the greatest blessings that comes with creating content for Forward Forty is that I get the chance to sit with amazing women who are celebrating the process of ageing with vibrancy, vigour and grace. And with each conversation, I’ve discovered this truth, that the women who handle ageing the most successfully are the...

How To Live Life On Your Own Terms