#themindfulapproach

[ceraminic]

Good luck 🍀 cufflinks. We all need some luck to our happiness. #lucky #ceraminic #cufflinks #weddinggift #menfashion #stylish #fourleafclover #giftsforhim #elegantmenstyle #thesnapsociety #themindfulapproach #seekthesimplicity #bemindful #liveyourdreams #luckyman #nothingisordinary #handmadeisbetter #etsyshop #abmcrafty #dscolor #green #porcelain

[el-part]

Beaver swimming in Horseshoe Lake @denalinps #denali #denalinationalpark #thehonestlens #themindfulapproach #cm_worldaroundyou #nature #naturephotography #beaver #beaverdam #wildlife #wildlifephotography #alaskanature #alaska_wild_life #alaska_wildlife (at Denali National Park and Preserve)

[all-considered]

Tidy. Have you seen "Tidying Up" on Netflix? I enjoyed the show and I love Marie Kondo's positivity and kindness. I also loved her book and for years we have had our drawers organised with the konmari method. However, while watching the show I couldn't stop wondering where all the discarded items were going? 🤔 . Charity shops are overwhelmed at this time of year with an influx of donations as we declutter our homes. A third of everything goes to landfill and huge amounts are shipped across the world for developing countries to deal with (it's nice to think that our unwanted items may find a home with those in need, but there's so so much brought in that it often ends up being a burden or in landfill emitting greenhouse gases). . Ideally, everyone who declutters their home will complete the process with a change of mindset. We can focus on only buying what we need and considering the raw materials that have gone into producing the "stuff" that we see as disposable. It's not easy when we are constantly being told that we need new things to make us happy. I am still working on this too! Let's all practice gratitude, caring for what we have and repairing over replacing.  . Thank you to my lovely cousin @mrs_nixie87 for inspiring this post! 🤗💕 . . . . #konmari #tidyingup #allconsidered #themindfulapproach #alifeofintention (at London, United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bs0tGaQnBIq/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=10ja390yyyct5

[melaniefrancispainter]

Cooler days and clearer outlook- time flows serene and clear- change is in the air! “Because you are alive, everything is possible.” Thich Nhat Hanb People often ask me what it’s like to be an enthusiastic solo traveler, really being open to all it entails, what to think about! And yes being in touch with friends and loved ones really helps-and the journey is so well worth it-always happy so to share my experiences getting started! www.melaniefrancis.com #traveltocreate #moretoberevealed #creativeprocess #thehonestlens #themindfulapproach #seekthesimplicity #theartofslowing #thehappynow #visualsoflife #finditliveitloveit #joyfulheart #traditionalarts #makemoments #thesweetlifeunscripted #creating #artofliving (at Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/BppUAW5FQy9/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=zxg9avc4ylmr

[melaniefrancispainter]

~beautiful hand carved pillars in this country of artisans and craftsmanship- so much inspiration! “The world always seems brighter when you’ve just made something that wasn’t there before.” Neil Gaiman #themindfulapproach #postitfortheaesthetic #moretoberevealed #creativeeye #visualstyle #manifestcreativity #makemagic #onwardsandupwards (at Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpulVXMlO4n/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1tw15lxhr68cc

[melaniefrancispainter]

~beautiful hand carved pillars in this country of artisans and craftsmanship- so much inspiration! “The world always seems brighter when you’ve just made something that wasn’t there before.” Neil Gaiman #themindfulapproach #postitfortheaesthetic #moretoberevealed #creativeeye #visualstyle #manifestcreativity #makemagic #onwardsandupwards (at Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpulVXMlO4n/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=6n076ejv3sya

[melaniefrancispainter]

Light- the desert where it comes from, how it changes with the seasons , and it’s winter coolness changing ever. Can hardly believe I’ve been here nearly a year- what a life changing experience it has been! #manifestcreativity #moretoberevealed #postitfortheaesthetic #themindfulapproach #creativeelements #creativelive #creating #inspired_by_colour #inspirationdaily #marrakechinspired #lightandlove #shadowandlight #onwardsandupwards #creativeenergy #thesweetlifeunscripted #stillhere #swithstories #seekthesimplicity #authenticity #slowliving (at Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpwsPd_FB2Q/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=zbu976c8ei31

[melaniefrancispainter]

Ladies of Africa- the Maghreb is a fascinating cultural crossroad for all of Africa! And yes these elegant ladies from southern lands are bold big and beautiful! “Beauty is power; a smile is its sword” John Ray #moretoberevealed #postitfortheaesthetic #manifestcreativity #themindfulapproach #onwardsandupwards #imaginativebeauty #authentique #creativelive #creativehappylife #simplejoys #artforartssake #paintlife #creativepower #makemomentshappen #thesweetlifeunscripted #thehonestlens #makemoreart #bepresentinthemoment #happyandgrateful #thehappynow #happyandblessed (at Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpyofQIF_Wf/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1g3g9sh7z25ia