Malu, is a well-known Spanish Artist, from a very well known flamenco family, the great Paco de Lucia (flamenco guitarist) was her uncle, she has been singing since a very young age within her family and on stage, for those of you that can understand the lyrics, you will have extra enjoyment from this album, Malu apart from her artistic career, is currently on the coach panel of the Spanish “The voice” and has been for the last four years. I hope you enjoy.
Wishing you all a fabulous day, relax, enjoy and be happy ❤
Brooke Universal Coach
Now, you can have these kind of blues, any day anywhere……….a great selection here, as Obama once said, “Music with humble beginnings”
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Have a great day, step out of your comfort zone and really do………that thing! you really want to do…………………………I dare you ❤
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FRIDAY FASHION TIPS !!
This is something new I have wanted to add to my blog for quite a while, fashion is so important, style is essential and elegance we are born with ……. From now until Christmas, which is not all that far away every Friday, I will do this little section, hopefully helping you out with little tips regarding are appearance and how we can present ourselves, remember you are your presentation card, you are that business card, and the impression you give, will stay with that person for a long time.
The first thing you need to do, if you are not clear on your style, is to put a little book together, just for you with your likes and dislikes, you may see something in a magazine that takes your eye, this does not mean it will be great for it, it may not be at all, so remember you need to adapt certain styles and fashions to suit you, your life and your body type….. you may already have some pieces which will be great in the new look you have found.
This is one of the most important points, if not the important point, if you do not feel good inside, with yourself, you can drip yourself in gold, but you will not shine, you will not be able to project who you are and how you want to be seen. Don’t ever fall into being a fashion victim, have enough style sense of your own than to follow a tendency that is not you, and would never look good on you, no matter what you do….always be true to yourself if you feel good and comfortable it will show in your complete appearance. Be careful when choosing different fabrics, anything very rigid or shiny will make you look bigger, the ideal fabric is a mate which has body but a natural fall to the material.Always say yes to heels, whenever possible, I don’t wear them as much as I use to anymore, but do like to wear them for that something special and if the outfit requires a heel, high heels can give an entirely different shape to your body, it is a wonderful way to look taller and thinner . This year we are lucky as the chunky heel, platforms and wedges are still in the top fashion range, and they are so comfortable compared with the stiletto . If you are short, go for clothes that are not over fancy and filled with different things to catch the eye, avoid large lapels and collars, or big pockets they occupy a lot of the front surface area and can bring a total unbalance to your figure.
This statement is so true, fashions come and go, but style, true style lasts for ever, we should always have, what I call a few classic pieces, that can be shown year after year, a little jewellery, a scarf, jacket, cross over bag, that accessory of your choice will change it every time. Always feel good in your clothes, they will transmit your security and of course your style. When we choose the colours we wear, remember that dark colours will absorb the light, therefore will hide the tiny imperfections we may have, lighter colours will show them , they reflect the light so always choose the colours well for the parts of your body you wish the attention to go to, more or less. Agreat way to compensate our figure, is with layers, of different lengths , to shorten the body, make sure that the last article stops at your waist line, if you wish to make it longer, let the final piece fall to your knee and just below, go for light materials if you go for this look make sure the first layer is body fitting.
Always have those black trousers in your wardrobe, no one can be without these,it is part of the basic must haves, they will get you out of so many panic moments, just the right kind for your body type, again this season is full of options, with the full trouser back in fashion, the skinny touch also, so go for it and always have a black pair of trousers in good condition in your wardrobe ready. And finally for today, never forget your jeans,denim is not just an informal weekend fashion, jeans are a great way to take the formal and serious look out of a classic outfit, they look great with a tweed jacket or totally over the top with a jacket of sequences for that special night out, you can buy jeans today that lift the “bottom” and flatten the tummy , short,belled,flared they are all out there so I am sure you will find a perfect pair for you, you are going to look great.
I hope you have enjoyed this new little section, I look forward to next Friday, with my tips that I hope will be of use to you. Clothes can be so much fun, they show the world who we are, so go and have a great weekend and let everyone know, who you are !!
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Well, here we are, are you ready to start your weekend……………
Have a great time !
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ARE YOU A BUTTERFLY !……………………….
We are all butterflies at some point in our life, what a wonderful feeling to realise the beauty we have, keep flying high on your wonderful pathway of life……………..<3
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LIFE AND QUALITY……………………….
When you think of your life and its quality, do you associate it with wealth, status and health, well I hate to be the one to bring bad news,but, it really has everything to do with you personally not a material you, it’s all to do with your commitment to life, the quality of the service you give to yourself and others, how are you on the devotion side of the scale ? these are the true things that count in life.
Happy, now there is a word, are you happy, really happy ? Happiness is a major player in our quality of life, whats more happiness is contagious, when you are happy you will attract other people you are happy and you will spread happiness to all those around you, the people who share your day in some shape or form, it can be the person you buy your newspaper from or who serves you that welcoming coffee, your children, your partner be happy it is another day, and that in itself is a reason to be happy.
I am sure you agree with the above quote, so I have to ask you, why do you worry so, it cannot be changed what has gone has gone, no matter what it is or was, with all your heart, nothing will change what has passed, and do you have a guarantee that tomorrow you will be here to change what you wish or have the intention to do, what ever it may be therefore it is so important that we live for today, do it today, make that change, make that statement, make that decision……..what ever it is seize the moment and act !!
If you are a follower of my blog, you will be aware that I constantly remind you that thoughts become things, therefore it is so important that we live our life with no regrets, nothing can be worse than to wake in the morning and instantly begin your thoughts with regrets, when we love what and who we have around us, it will be returned and felt in such a lovely way, love attracts love, and you will be treated how you wish to be treated, don’t waste your time and energy on past thoughts understand that everything happens for a reason, if we do not think it at the time, you just have to find that reason and this is important, because failing to do this will create Karma to bring again this situation into your life until you learn the lesson and the reasoning… although at times it may seem a very bad thing, there will be that point of positivity, maybe you will not see it instantly but you will long-term, this we must always be grateful for, as it will turn to our benefit. You must also open up to opportunity and changes which appear in your life, if it changes your life, take it, never let it escape you, nobody has ever stated that life is easy, but when we truly concentrate on the important points, it certainly is worth it.
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THURSDAY THOUGHTS……………………
You never know how close you are, it could just be a few steps away, never give up, no matter what your circumstances, never give up that hope ❤
Brooke Universal Coach
Why, do we always put ourselves at the back of the list………..it is a good question, but can you answer it……….without saying my family comes first, this is an obvious answer, and we all know and respect that,but, we also count and by treating ourselves from time to time,with the most tiniest of things, it does not have to be gigantic and expensive, a tiny little thing can boost our moral, bring a smile to our face and give us that feel good sensation.
When we hold that little thing in our hands, it could be a beautiful scented candle, a picture frame, a book, a coffee mug, perfume, skin cream, personal writing paper, underwear, jewellery a plant or bouquet of flowers, the list could never end……………………but you can see the range of things and maybe anyone of those would make you feel good, so why don’t we do it.
There is no excuse for not treating ourselves well, it has nothing to do with money, if we are rich or poor the way we treat ourselves, is how we see ourselves, and we deserve everything good there is to have, it is our right, and our obligation to care for ourselves, we need to do this to bring out the best in us, to show the world the best we have to offer.
What many of us never stop to think, is that, “no one leaves this wonderful place alive”, so maybe this way you can see the importance of how we treat ourselves, we are not something we should just remember from time to time, we need to be up front on that list, we are not an after thought. We need to enjoy the food we cook and share with our family, when we are outside, we should take pleasure in the different elements and seasons we go through, and most of all say what we feel deep inside, let it out, let the people around you know how you feel, don’t hide your emotions away, let them fly high, be you, laugh cry and be angry when you feel it, open your heart and your arms to all the love that is in the world, waiting for you as there really is no time for anything else.
If you feel that you do not treat yourself right or spoil yourself enough, then start today to make those changes, when you make those changes in your life, you will see how people start to react to you in a different way, when you respect yourself and show it, people will also show you respect, a different respect and love than before. As I have said before, we have to love ourselves to allow anyone else in to love us or for us to give love to another. You cannot give this job to someone else to do, they can join you in that love, and then it can be shared and enjoyed.
Never forget this, I hope you all have a fabulous day and enjoy everyday with love ❤
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WEDNESDAY WISDOM ………………………
Can you do this ? can you give that extra energy to your dreams and create the miracle you are wishing more !
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YOU AND YOUR SPACE …………………..
When you are deep in thought about your future and where you want to go and what you want to achieve, do you ever think that your surroundings, your living space and working space, could be at fault, they could be letting you down, when you are not happy with your surroundings it is difficult to find inner peace and the concentration needed to bring forth the fruits of success, that you would really love to achieve, it could be love you are looking for whatever it may be, the happier you are with your surrounding the more success you will have regardless to what it is you want.
When your home talks to you and wraps itself around you in a welcoming way, you feel secure and content, you have things around you that bring you memories happy or maybe on days a little sad, you have your life with you in each room, the aromas are familiar to you and you feel good, there are numerous things a home should always have, you should light your home with low lights, scented candles and little lamps, you should have throw overs to cuddle into and cover yourself and this also can give your older sofa a new leash of life, show your passion and hobbies, things that interest you, let people know that this is your home, your personal seal should stand out amongst all else, fill your home with friends, family pets ,books pieces of beauty and wonderful tea or coffee!
Each space, will have something special for you, you make these special feelings with how you show yourself, the kitchen to me is a great place, it’s a family place and its a place that people love to congregate, maybe it is the aromatic senses that lead them in that direction, I have pictures,plants, hanging peppers and onions, I love that rustic feel, low lights and just love the general atmosphere …………………………My bedroom looks out over the covered terrace and garden, I love to see the different fabrics and greenery all blending together in coloured pots, my yoga square,and my favourite books and magazines always close by to touch and disappear into, I can enjoy all of this from my bed, the perfect touch is morning tea and organising my day in the mind, trying to foresee how it is going to go! Family photos and little bits and pieces that you have bought or someone special to you, it can be the smallest of things, but you know when you look at it, that person will come to mind and lots of happy memories with it, your general living space should always be comfortable to you, with comfy chairs and sofa….colourful cushions that brighten you and your room up. If you have a working place that is separate, it also should be inviting to you, when you feel comfortable and at ease with your surroundings, your mind will work for you, full of imagination and creativity. If you feel you have a few areas that are letting you down, take inspiration from magazines or things you see around you………….nothing feels better than re-vamping a room, change the furniture around add a little colour where possible, the most important thing is that you feel good when you are there, do not think that this only applies to magazine or tv homes, if you lived in a tent or under a bridge and felt good, you have managed to place your stamp on it ! Some times less is more, it just needs to give you the boost you need to be happy in your life and work.
So how well do you think your canvas is doing ? If you are not happy with your surrounding, it will be difficult to find the success you are seeking. Again I have to state here, if you are not living in the home of your dreams it does not stop you from being happy where you are right now, make your surroundings the best you can, make your way to what you want, but always be happy in the process.
The secret is to set your intention, take that first step and just keep moving forward……………….
Make the magic happen in your life……………………….<3
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