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By taking care of your skin, you will enjoy a healthier, younger-looking appearance without undesirable skin conditions, which are known to lower self-confidence. Proper skin care can go a long way in improving your overall beauty and good health and it can also affect your self-confidence... BUT do you really know what is in your moisturiser?

Vicky is a holistic therapist & skincare guru and the owner of Green Goddess Southsea. Offering a wide range of holistic & beauty treatments, Vicky only uses the best & most effective natural, ECO conscious & cruelty free products & processes. Her passion for skincare was built around a passion to be more  'Green'.  Vicky  doesn't believe we should harm the planet, or animals in the name of vanity.

Her drive for holistic beauty care come from years of battling with a chronic skin condition.  Like many of us, Vicky knows all too well the emotions and feelings behind poor skin when it comes to problems & want to do to heal it. Vicky's mission is to help clients take control of their condition & live happier & more stress free lives 💚


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The Green Goddess; offers a wide range of relaxing, nourishing, holistic & beauty treatments, 
specialising in problem skin; heal yourself, naturally. 

As an experienced Therapist, Vicky is a firm believer in a holistic approach to healing; their mission is to help restore the health & wellbeing of clients,  improve their lives through alternative & natural beauty treatments & beautiful natural products. 

The human body is made up of the mind, body & spirit. All three must be in working order, so that a free flow of energy is achieved.  Promoting relaxation, healing & overall well-being.

Alongside this, The Green Goddess is developing a side hustle in the form of a wellbeing group. A weekly dose of inspiration - called “ғᴇᴇʟ ɢᴏᴏᴅ, ʟᴏᴏᴋ ɢᴏᴏᴅ, ᴅᴏ ɢᴏᴏᴅ”  which is really exciting.

To discuss any skin woes & see what treatments she has to offer, contract Vicky on IG:
@greengoddesssouthsea or https://www.greengoddesssouthsea.com/

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Vitro fertilisation (IVF) is a techniques used to help people with fertility issues have a baby. The success rate of IVF depends on the age of the woman who is having treatment, as well as the cause of the infertility (if known) and unfortunately, the offer of such interventions is a postcode lottery in the UK.

Sam is the face behind Rain 2 Rainbow. Her business was born out of a passion to make a difference, by sharing her IVF journey & the struggles she faced; the ultimate rollercoaster! All in the hope that her journey will be relatable to some of you, Sam has turned her negative challenges into positive by providing support & comfort to others, so they know they are not alone.

Rain 2 Rainbows is a space for couples to be given hope, support, and a place Sam hopes will help people to feel less alone on their own journeys. Sam has designed an exclusive collection of IVF & Fertility support bracelets alongside many other designs. Sam channeled this creativity, finding comfort in symbolising important aspects of her journey; she want to do they same for many others.

To find out more about Sam's IVF journey, follow her on IG: @rain_2_rainbowuk

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SOLE CARE HEALING

Jeanne is a mum-of-two from Portsmouth, UK - who runs a reflexology and healing business

 A qualified ACHO registered crystal healer & a  AOR registered reflexologist. Jeanne has a passion for helping others embark on their own crystal journey towards self-discovery and fulfilment.  Offering traditional reflexology, crystal reflexology, crystal therapy, live meditation, several different workshops including crystal and moon magic, healing retreats and more.

Jeanne’s aim is to create a community, to help people look after their mental health and practice mindfulness – something she feels a lot of people need to focus on since the pandemic ; with added anxiety and stresses often creeping in heavily.

With subscription packages to aid people in their path to mindfulness and with their meditation sessions, Sole Care Healing hopes to make people feel stronger, sleep better, reduce anxiety and chronic pain, feel more content and gives them a stronger sense of wellbeing.

To find out more, visit Jeanne on IG: @solecarehealing  & https://solecare.org/ 
You will not be disappointed 💜

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Gratitude is consistently associated with greater happiness. Finding gratitude helps people feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health, deal with adversity, and build strong relationships.

The Grateful ART club is a community based support unit who create project using art + gratitude . Their founder Charla Grant, who also set up The Grateful Hearts Club, wanted to build a creative opportunity to give back; because that is what gratitude is all about.

Recently launching their first community Art exhibition, The Grateful Art club's aim is to engage young people in art, gratitude and create events that make them feel like anything is possible. Working with a local charity MOTIV8, the project saw of 4 amazing young individuals people grow from nervous and uncertain spirits, to inspired, confident and creative young adults; in approx 10 weeks.

If you are interested in finding out more about local events run be the  The Grateful Arts Club, follow Charla on IG: @thegratefulartsclub or https://www.thegratefulheartsclub.com/


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This week I have chosen to expose the amazing work of a local charity- Motiv8

Motiv8 provide safe spaces with trusted adults, to help & encourage young people and families to develop skills, tools and the resilience to overcome life's challenges.

Each young persons situation is unique and may require a different type or length of support. Motiv8's approach provides flexibility, and allows young people and their families the opportunity to remain engaged, access ongoing support and sharpen their skills as required; recognising that there may be further setbacks on their life journey.

Supporting young people in our community requires time, dedication and money.
For every young person or family referred to Motiv8 by the local council or school services,  only 60% of the cost of that support is covered.

In order for Motiv8 to maintain the standard of service they offer, they need continued funding through donations, corporate sponsorship and fund raising…. 𝐂𝐀𝐍 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐇𝐄𝐋𝐏?

If you are interested in finding out more about how Motiv8 support young people in communities, then please follow this link - https://motiv8.org.uk/
💙Lets support our communities next generation 💙

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The perfect female body shape has evolved across history, changing depending on the needs, ideals and fashions of different cultures. Fast forward to today. While the extreme hourglass has been popularised by Kim Kardashian, the rise of the body positive movement has seen more women embrace the body they’re in. Body positivity is about being unashamedly you, whatever your shape or size. Body acceptance is something more personal than the movement for body positivity; it falls on the same line as self-love and care and is something that we each take our own time finding.

Tamzin… Spelt with a Z is a proud fat "plus size" ginger woman, who is happy. A woman who is loved, is confident and is not afraid to be her true self- What a revelation! Tamzin is authentic & real in all that she shares & isn't afraid of challenging society when doing so. She believes it is important to try and find joy in your day and doesn't want to waste time hating the way she looks.

In the world of social media, putting out a message of love for yourself and for others can only make the world a better place and being the unfiltered version of yourself is so important; More people need to do this.

To see more of Tamzin inspiring work, follow her on IG: @Taaambam

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Rain 2 Rainbow UK

This brand was born out of a passion to make a difference; being able to share a journey, the struggles & the rollercoaster ride that life has been.
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Rain 2 Rainow UK is a space for couples to be given hope, gain support and offers the opportunity for Sam to share her infertility & older motherhood journey; helping people to feel less alone on their own journeys. Sam’s story will be relatable to so many and will provide some comfort in knowing you are not alone. Sam educates us in areas we tend to lack the knowledge in or information on.
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To find out more about Sam & her collection of bracelets, follow her on IG: @rain_2_rainbowuk

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We know the pandemic has affected everyone in different ways. But  it has impacted UK economy as a whole. The UK Government asked millions of people to stay at home to help save lives and protect the NHS, which it meant millions of people could not go to work; resulting in businesses crashing & the need to look alternative work. 

After 20 years of working in recruitment and having  made a successful career out of securing people new jobs, Sally built a new side Hussle- SCOACH.

Offering 1:1 and group based coaching, plus a new exciting membership platform launching soon....No matter where you are on your career journey, there will be something to help you develop and build on your career success. Society has managed to make the dream job, whether that be a new one, or a promotion, or setting up on your own feel like an unachievable goal- SCOACH is here to tell you it’s not!

To find out more or make contact with Sally, follow her on IG: @_SCOACH or visit https://scoach.uk/

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BADMAN FIT

Here to change the game, BADMAN FIT are a size inclusive brand but not in a plain way… their range of prints is mind-blowing; 🐍🌼🦒🦇💋🍍🦚🦓🐠👑🌸🐢🐆🌹🐄

I love this brand so much; they promote body positivity & empower everyone to feel like a #badass  & not just for PR reasons!

Bethan started her focus on Women’s fitness Leggings which needed to be ‘squat proof’  for us girls with the gift of a #booty … this then expanded to matching kids, adding in men’s & now sports bras and crops.

Their collections are vibrant, colourful & fun. Currently support sizes from XS to 6XL (which is a UK size 30) in leggings and up to 3XL in our shorts… they will also soon be renaming their sizes; 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐚 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫.

Check out their full collection https://www.badmanfit.com/

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The menopause and any mention of HRT scare most women & it is recognised that there is a lack of education around the developments of the female body. Most women reach menopause between the ages of 45 and 55, with the average age being around 51. However, about 5% of women experience menopause before the age of 40 years; This is known as premature menopause. The mental health impact of this is rife, yet there is a lack of support for women going through a "change"

Carly started the Hormone Party as a way of documenting her journey with Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) + increasing the awareness around the joys that come with being female; the emotional rollercoaster that are our hormones! Carly's aim is to help women understand their own bodies and provide an honest account so that those suffering feel less alone. POI can impact fertility  and unlike Carly who's journey began after child birth, there is an increase need for support services like  @thedaisynetwork who focus their work purely on younger women going through exactly this.

To follow Carly's story or find out more about premature menopause support, visit her IG: @thehormoneparty

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Tabby Firefly 
The wonderful Lou has designed a range of fun and playful clothes, born from her love of the ocean, music, wildlife and plants. Alongside clothing, you'll also find a gallery of worthy neutrals and conversation pieces with their range of art prints.

All eco-friendly, @tabbyfirefly use a renewable energy-powered factory and plastic-free AMAZING packaging. Also, all clothes can be sent back for ♻️ at the end of it’s life- ʜᴏᴡ ᴄᴏᴏʟ ɪꜱ ᴛʜᴀᴛ!

Check out their full collection on IG: @tabbyfirefly  or https://tabbyfirefly.com/

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Over two in five men (43 %) admitted to regularly feeling worried or low compared to 53 per cent of women. Since the coronavirus pandemic hit in 2020 the impact on our mental health has been significant, with more and more of us recognising a change in our mindset. The Samaritans recently reported that 42% of caller have been male & men are stating that "pandemic restrictions have had a negative impact on my mental health, I need help!"

Meet John & Chase from "We Don't Do Deep"  @W.D.D.D  Fellow podcasters & Mental Health advocates  who take up the opportunity to talk shallow when taking  a break from the deep stuff. 

John Stacey- @mhsupport4dads
Husband, Dad, huge SAFC fan and Mental Health advocate/counsellor. John started promoting the importance of Men speaking about their Mental Health struggles after suffering himself. John's work has been highly recognised in Lincolnshire where is lives, but now country wide with his increased offering of support to Men, offering them the opportunity to share their personal stories. 

Chase Marks-@bystanderpodcast  
While he is a father of 3, his professional destiny is forever entangled with the world of cinema, theatre and acting, one of Chase Marks’ talents is relating to other people. He is the voice behind Bystanders – a mental health podcast that tells the stories of partners, carers and professionals coping with empathy destress. During the pandemic, Chase started "The Dance Mental Health Guy"... check out his Tiktok account- @mindfulescapist0

MIND
Mind.org.uk  provide advice & support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. They campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding.

"Get it off your chest" was a campaign in support of Men & their Mental Health
See attached : ttp://https://www.mind.org.uk/media/6771/get-it-off-your-chest_a4_final.pdf

Need support?

• CALM: Campaign against Living Miserably Campaign about fighting depression amongst young men. Helpline: 0800 58 58 58; open Sat. to Tues. 5.00m to midnight.
• Depression Alliance: You can call for an information pack on 0845 123 23 2 Email: [email protected]
• Aware: An organisation based in Ireland that assists and supports those suffering from depression and their families. Telephone number: 00 353 1890 303 302 
• Men’s Health Forum: Charity for male health in England and Wales that tackles the issues and inequalities affecting the health and well-being of men and boys. 
• Mental Health Forum: A community where members can get mutual support, and discuss mental health policy and service development issues.  
• Samaritans: Samaritans is a charity based in the UK and Republic of Ireland that provides confidential emotional support to any person who is suicidal or despairing. Helpline: 08457 909090 (UK) or 1850 609090 (Eire) Email: [email protected]  

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A Virtual Assistant (VA) is your business best friend!
With the use of social media & online shopping growing for independent & small businesses, it's never been more important to have your house in order; however that can be incredibly time consuming!

A VA offers you someone to delegate to; giving you more time to focus on other parts of your business. Outsourcing a job, no matter how big or small, allows business owners to focus on priorities; let the VA do the rest.

Zoë is an endlessly positive, red headed 30-something with a passion for helping small businesses thrive. When the world went mad in 2020, self employment life called to Zoë, who decided to set up her own business; Positive Orange 🍊

Zoë helps business owners banish overwhelm and smash their income goals by taking care of their admin virtually... A vibrant bestie for your biz!

To find out more about what Zoë can offer you & your business, visit her website http://positiveorange.co.uk  or follow her on IG: @positiveorangeva


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Mumma B Bath Bombs started in lock down 2020. Having worked in travel for 36 years, Karin decided like many to get creative. Initially this was a hobby making bath bombs as gifts but requests for more came flooding in.

The collection is made with organic goats milk & oat - so they are suitable for skin problems like eczema or people who suffer with dry or itchy skin.

Karin has branched out into CBD - This range came from experiencing  after tearing her sciatic nerve and buying CBD bath bombs for herself…  expensive!
These products are made with pure love 💙
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To see Karin fulkl range, follow her on IG:@mummabbathbombs

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Does anyone else fascinated by the artwork you see on coffee?

The world of Barista Art has grown over the last 10 years with Latte Art now being a big competitive creative outlet for many. With the love of coffee reaching an all time high across the world, Baristas now taking great pride in the artistry presented to their customers.

Heidi Phillip- Smith is the Latte Art trainer from The London School of Coffee.
Heidi's career began when she didn't know what to do with her life at 21 & decided to work in a coffee shop. That decision has exposed her to so many opportunities within the coffee industry and with the help of Instagram, exposed Heidi to the world of Latte Art.

Heidi is the UK Latte Art finalist from 2017-2019 and has competed in World Championships as well. Who knew the Coffee Olympics existed?!


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The Home Design Counsellor
Kate helps anyone who doesn't have the time, energy or inspiration for home & garden design. Offering affordable packages depending on the clients needs & the size of the space; from accessorising, a full makeover to a complete revamp, The Home Design Counsellor works entirely online.

The Home Design Counsellor offers some amazing services, including;

▪️Consultancy service - charged by the hour for those people who have a clear vision of how they want a room to look but need the help to sourcing items, like a sounding board for ideas etc.

▪️After care - for those clients who might still need my help after the larger work is completed either via one of my packages or through consultancy. This includes finding additional items, helping to style a room once its been decorated, help with how and where to place items in the new space and general design advice.

For all your interior ideas & advice, Check out Kate on IG: @the_home_design_counsellor 

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As a nation, we love to eat.

The growing demand for tasty, good quality, quick food has increased dramatically over the last 5 years; with 44% of us exploring new food trends every month.  The top 3 most consumed foods by the UK population are 1) Chips-86% 2) English Breakfast- 85% & 3) Roast Chicken-82%

So what does Hampshire have in store?

Kat is a food & travel blogger from Hampshire- Kat Got Your Tongue Blog

Kat started her blog because of her love of good food. She is on a mission to hunt out hidden gems in and around Hampshire and share them with us through her blog.  Kat loves the outdoors and you’ll often find her tucked away in the Hampshire countryside in her campervan, or out on the water; eating her way around the local towns of Portsmouth, Southampton, Winchester & beyond.

Kat set up The Hampshire Food Guide to build a helpful resource for anyone who is a foodie looking for new local eateries, up & coming restaurants or something a little different. In the guide you’ll find posts about food & more, including; campervan tips, restaurant reviews, recipes, travel diaries and the odd lifestyle post chucked into the mix.

If you are a foodie & want to explore new food possibilities in Hampshire, check out Kat's Blog on IG: @kat_gotyourtougueblog or http://https://katgotyourtongue.co.uk/about/

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BBQ BOSS- is an American BBQ Takeaway and restaurant. 
The team at BBQ Boss believe that the world needs more choice when it comes to takeaway food & that is where they come in...
 
Driven by passion & love, BBQ Boss use fresh quality ingredients to bring southern comfort food to your nights in. Serving some of the best meats like; Slow cooked Brisket, BBQ Pulled Pork, loaded burgers..  with options for the Vegan community; there really are options for everyone.

BBQ Boss is growing fast; currently their stores are in Waterlooville & Fareham, however due to their continued growth a NEW CROYDON store is due to open later this year, followed closely by a store in Southampton- Exciting times!!

If you love meat or BBQ food, check out the BBQ Boss Menu - http://https://www.bbq-boss.co.uk/  or follow them on IG: @bbq.boss.gb
 

For 10% off your order, use discount code - REALITY10 

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