Blog - Polly Jemima

Slimming Down Your Wardrobe to Avoid Clutter in the Future

People often collect clothes as they grow older because they always need to buy new stuff. Throwing out clothes often feels bad unless it’s completely unwearable, and our wardrobes are...

5 Tips to Find Pockets of Calm this Christmas

Halfway through December, sitting surrounded by twinkling fairy lights, gifts under the tree, and festive tunes on the radio. It’s a busy month, life seems to speed up by 200%,...

8 Christmas Treats to Bake today

I like to keep the treat tin stocked this time of year, so we have something yummy for visitors – plus homemade goodies always make a great gift idea too....

The Happy List #8

Oh Christmas Tree! Sitting in the evening with those lights twinkling is my favourite. Feeling all the festive feels. I took the boys for breakfast with Santa at the weekend,...

A Little Love List

It’s a cold and frosty morning, the sunrise this morning was beautiful as I lay on my bed with a cup of tea, my book and a cat curled at...

How to: Bullet Journaling for Productivity and Organization

Writing things down can help organize your thoughts on something that you know needs to get done. But taking it a step further, using bullet journaling for productivity can truly...

Natural Remedies and First Aid: Your Ultimate Handbook For Home Wound Healing

Accidents and injuries are an inevitable part of life, and knowing how to effectively care for wounds at home is a valuable skill. Whether it’s a minor cut, scrape, or...

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Mental Self-Care Resolutions You Must Consider This New Year

The countdown for the New Year will start before you imagine. It is not just about implementing resolutions to join a fitness center or start a new diet. This time,...

The Perfect Gift For Her This Christmas

With Christmas only a month away {eeek!!}, now is the time to finalise your gift-buying lists and start ticking off who you have already bought for. While it is usually...

The Happy List #7

We managed a little road trip to visit my eldest at Uni the other day, stopping off at the beach on the way. I’m super tired this week, sleep seems...

Monthly Mindfulness Challenge – November

Mindful Nature Observation Simple but powerful, it will help you to connect with the beauty all around you. Choose something from nature – a tree, flower, leave, insect, stone…. Relax...

The New Age of Learning: A Parent’s Insights into Online Music Education

The Piano Place Music took a massive hit when the COVID-19 pandemic forced everyone to stay indoors and no longer congregate in public. Music teachers and educators had to pivot...

How Sustainable Hemp Bags Support a Slow and Mindful Lifestyle

We have been seeing a notable shift in consumer behavior towards sustainability and eco-consciousness. It’s a lifestyle that actively seeks to reduce individual and collective environmental impact by making thoughtful...

The Happy List #6

Ah Monday. I’m tired today, I’ve not been sleeping well and my anxiety is sky high lately. I have a huge to-do list and am busy procrastinating. Trying to get...

8 Reasons Why You Can’t Go Wrong with Authentic, Eco-Friendly Natural Cream Colored Jute Rugs

In recent years, there has been a growing global consciousness about the environment and sustainability. This shift in mindset has led to an increased demand for eco-friendly and natural products,...

Marching to the Beat of Radical Self-Care: Embracing a Month of Wellness

2024 Intentions and my word of the year

30 little goals To make you healthier and happier this year

Winter Self Care Tips

A slow January

Trusting the process

A lesson in letting go

A ‘Do Nothing Day’

Mindful Monday

Embracing who I am