By Teodora

03/01/2024

Instead of standard resolutions or intentions, this year I'm focussing on building up my pillars of wellness. I'll be focussing on nourishment, functional movement, cleansing (body, home and soul), emotional wellbeing (including stress resilience), sleep quality and the rituals that go alongside a good night's sleep, and finally one that I struggle with the most - social connection.

Who's joining me? 👀

05/08/2023

Toxins are present everywhere, making complete avoidance impossible 😷 But what you can do is make conscious choices as a consumer to reduce your exposure where possible.

On the top of my "choose less toxic products" list is opting for a more natural deodorant over the stock standard antiperspirant options. Here is a quick list of active ingredients I'm trying to avoid when selecting deodorants.

Disclaimer: Some of these ingredients aren’t “bad” per se, but we can run into trouble when applying them directly onto broken or irritated skin. I.e post-shower shaving (I know you do it - we all do) which can exacerbate eczema and contact dermatitis. In rare cases, antiperspirants can also cause the hair follicle to block from prolonged use, resulting in the development of a cyst. Plus, a lot of these ingredients simply haven’t had enough scientific airtime when it comes to their effects on humans, so as a consumer, you should exercise caution.

For a full write up head over to the blog where I explore some ingredients I *want* to see in my deodorant 🌻

04/08/2023

Magnesium, a vital micromineral, plays a leading role in maintaining optimal health, yet it is a deficiency that is prevalent in our contemporary lifestyles.

Interestingly, the symptoms of magnesium deficiency closely mirror those of stress, suggesting not just a link between the two but a dynamic and interconnected relationship 🤝

Head over the to blog where I dive into recent literature on the bidirectional relationship between magnesium and stress, exploring the significance of magnesium in combating stress and enhancing overall well-being. 🌿

03/08/2023

Within our gut lies a vast ecosystem of trillions of microscopic organisms, encompassing bacteria, viruses, fungi, and single-celled protozoa. These beneficial microbes not only play a vital role in our gut health but also have a direct impact on the well-being of our entire body system.

Our gut is always communicating with us - even if it's a whisper 🌿

01/08/2023

Don't waste time and money on expensive skincare if your diet is sh*t.

There, I said it 🙊

31/07/2023

Recent studies have identified dynamic changes in cortisol levels during different phases of the menstrual cycle and how this can impact the rhythm of our daily lives.

Understanding these fluctuations allows us to make conscious lifestyle changes that can help us maintain hormonal harmony and enhance our overall well-being.

Head over to the journal to learn more 🌻

29/07/2023

No two people are the same.
No two nutritional needs are the same.

I spent over a decade adhering to a dietary preference that I thought was right for me. It wasn't. Stop thinking about what you should be eating based on some preconceived notion you picked up years ago.

Tune in to your body. Let it be your guide ✌️

05/06/2023

If you're like me and you often find yourself juggling 100 projects and responsibilities at once, you may find that your stress levels naturally creep up into the high ranges. So, here are just a tiny handful of incredible herbs you can turn to support your stress and overall mental health 🌻

Whether these are through supplementation, tinctures and herbal blends supplied by a naturopath/herbalist, or even herbal teas, using herbs to support you throughout life’s sometimes chaotic journey can help your body find the elusive "balance".

What are your favourite calming herbs? 🌿

22/11/2022

Two weeks with my and here's what I've learnt so far:

😴 Despite waking up and feeling "normal" on nights when my sleep is registered as less optimal, I will crash come 1 PM (it's like clockwork!)
🍝 Eating dinner later than 6 PM will lead to reduced REM and Deep sleep that night
🌻 Even on days considered inactive (no running) I faffle enough with the kids to easily reach my goal energy expenditure for the day (which has forced me to re-evaluate what exactly a "rest" day entails for better recovery)

It's been pretty illuminating, to say the least! I can't wait to dive further into the data after I've been wearing it for a couple of months. 🤓

27/10/2022

Holiday has been and gone (home a whole month now) and I’m only now starting to get back into the swing of things 🙈

I fully intended to document my Euro trip but I just couldn’t make myself do anything other than be a tourist and try and keep my kids in check 💩

📸 of me in the midst of touristy action in Santorini. Who cares about the views when you find a cute cat 😂

P.S the new and improved TR website is launching next month!

02/08/2022

I really have the best job in the world; helping small businesses create impact 🖤 I also get to frequent some STUNNING clinics in the process!

Sneaky peek of the latest brand to join family 🤩

02/08/2022

The countdown is on until I board a flight on my own for the first time in 9 years!!!

You don't notice how much swallows your entire world until you realise it's almost been a decade since you've travelled solo 😅

Is it weird that I'm excited to sit around at the airport, people watch and read my book? 😆 Four whole days in Sydney cannot come soon enough! Then I'm back for a week before I leave for a European summer holiday with the fam 🌻 Life is good.

21/07/2022

Only 4 weeks until the epic return of the 2022, Australia's largest professional beauty event at the ICC Sydney from 20-21 August!

I'm so excited to be heading over to participate in The Business Couch. These bespoke 45-minute sessions are designed to provide you with the insights and advice you need to take your business to the next level. I only have a handful of sessions left, so if you're thinking about going to the event, use my code BEA20EDU to get 20% off your 2-Day Conference Pass. See you there! 🖤

Get your pass here: https://invt.io/1ixbh9t8tey

Register now

27/06/2022

🌱 = 🙃

Growth can also be scary. Lean into that fear, and don't shy away! Find the root cause of it and own it. The process of becoming is meant to be messy so embrace all your shadows. You'll find your rainbow was within you all along. 🌈

Via my fav:

24/06/2022

Friday morning ritual ☕️

21/06/2022

Vibe 😎

Via:

21/06/2022

Today’s studio play for a personal project which I’m bursting to share more about! T x🖤

Featuring

13/06/2022

Have you ever found yourself striving for something that looked good from the outside but didn't necessarily feel good on the inside? 🙋🏻‍♀️

These goals are extrinsic and intrinsic; if left unchecked, they can clash and leave you feeling burned out and despondent. For more, check out my latest musings, 'Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Goals - when the two worlds collide'. 🖤

https://www.teodorarobinson.com/blog/intrinsic-vs-extrinsic-goals-when-the-two-worlds-collide

I have been working for myself in one way or another since 2014. During this time, there have been periods where I was kicking some serious goals - the kind of progress that feels like the stuff of dreams. As you well know, life isn't smooth sailing for long. What I find most fascinating is that the

13/06/2022

Bookshop finds 💫

09/06/2022

Change of scenery today; away from the laptop, capturing content 📸

07/06/2022

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Via// .joan.short

04/06/2022

Going a little stir-crazy dealing with colds, the big C, kids cooped up at home and me trapped with them 😅 The silver lining is that it's forced me to slow down, take stock, reconnect and reassess what I'm working towards - oh, and also binge the latest season of !

09/04/2022

Crazy to think that in a few months I’ll be jumping on a plane and heading back home to Serbia. Last time I was there I was 15! And now I’m coming over a mother of two 😅

Even crazier to think is that I’ll be taking a month off from work - a month! As a business owner that is terrifying but I’m also looking forward to the challenge of getting the biz at a place that I can comfortably step away for a month and for everything to keep operating as usual🤞🏼

Any tips of making this dream a reality is very much welcomed 🙈

Beautiful shot of Novi Sad (the city I was born in) by .fotograf

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08/04/2022

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07/04/2022

Let's take a moment to talk about perspective. 👀

Here are some scenarios:

+ To-do list is never-ending vs Grateful to have built an in-demand business.

+ Your campaign flopped which means you're a big fat failure and you're going to get fired (yes, dramatic 😅) vs You failed, you learn, you grow and be better next time.

+ Glass half full vs Glass half empty.

+ Kids have trashed the f*cking house AGAIN vs.... yeah, nah - no matter which way you look at it, this makes me so mad 😆

But you get the picture. Perspective is powerful. I challenge you to flip the script, shake up your way of thinking, and recalibrate your inner narrative.

How you see things is only a matter of choice. 🖤

30/03/2022

"Sorry, it looks like you forgot to attach the document."
"Sorry, the traffic was crazy."
"Sorry, I can't get to that today."

I could go on...

Guys, stop apologising for every tiny inconvenience or hurdle in your daily life. It's not on you to apologise for things you cannot control and/or choices you make. I'm totally guilty of this when it comes to my client management. It's often easier just to wear the conflict as a fault of my own when 99% of the time it's not on me.

I literally catch myself automatically typing sorry in an email and then going back and deleting it because, in actual fact, I'm not sorry. Each time I do this I feel my worthy-meter go up one level and my sense of power stabilises. It's a tiny shift in habit but it is something that will pay off dividends towards my self-worth in the future.

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28/03/2022

I love this quote! But I'm going to take this one step further and say that "balance" is kind of a unicorn - an illustrious vision that I'm not sure actually exists.

Some days you'll lean more towards one thing and other days you'll prioritse something else entirely. Some weekends you'll be happy to hustle and take advantage of the extra time to move you towards your goals; and others you may not open your laptop once (God, those are good weekends!)

Allowing yourself the space to ebb and flow I think is the ultimate goal. You never know, you may just find your unicorn after all. 🦄

Happy Monday x

Via:

27/03/2022

My face as I realise it's Monday tomorrow 😆

Also, my face as I realise that despite my efforts not to binge-watch that is precisely what I did this afternoon. 🙈 (has anyone else watched it yet?)

In all honesty, I think my Sunday mood is more to do with my pre-launch nerves because Early Bird to my Dreaming to Doing Program opens this week! VERY excited yet also very nervous to finally put this very long-time project out into the world. 🖤

Until then, any recommendations for my next binge session? 👀

25/03/2022

There are two kinds of people in the world: dreamers and planners. Dreamers get lost in the vision; Planners make their dreams come true.

Download my Dreaming to Doing planner and start working towards that big, audacious dream of yours! 🖤

It looks pretty AND is actually useful, too. Winning 😆

https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5e9680db63dff900278c4af2