I AM MINKA
I AM STRONG
One hectic mum’s quest for Zen! Here's my ultimate 'Mum Guide' to mindfulness, feeding your soul & doing more of what you love! I am Minka & together we are strong! Follow my #MumLifeCrisis
I am Sophie a Digital Mum and the creative visionary of I am Minka. I am your typical ‘Millennial Mother of three next door’, Military Wife, Disability Ambassador and Mental Health Warrior! Openly sharing my personal struggles with depression and anxiety within the is blog and on my YouTube Channel.
ABOUT
I am
Minka
THE BLOG
I love food! It has a massive impact on health and well-being. Whether is chicken soup to cure a cold or a secret family curry recipe. I have you covered with recipes and ideas from dinner parties, to bento boxes and the weekly staple!
FEED YOUR SOUL
FEED YOUR SOUL
I am always on the go! If I am not on the school run, commuting to work, food shopping then I am planning for the next, sorting uniforms and pack lunches! There never seems to be enough time in the day and by the time all the children are in bed all I want to do is crawl into my own! In an effort to get some quality 'me time' back in my life, as self care is really important to your overall mental health, over the next few months I will be trying out some of these holistic therapies and reporting on what actually worked and what is nice but just a bit of a fad.
ADVENTURE
I have been a SAHM for 10 years. I had my first child at 19 and boy was that a learning curve! I now have two more children and it can be extremely challenging to juggle Military life with a disability on top.
But as well as the lows I want to celebrate the highs.
I am sure there will be some creative and organizational hacks thrown too for good measure!
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PARENTING
FEED YOUR SOUL
I am always on the go! If I am not on the school run, commuting to work, food shopping then I am planning for the next, sorting uniforms and pack lunches! There never seems to be enough time in the day and by the time all the children are in bed all I want to do is crawl into my own! In an effort to get some quality 'me time' back in my life, as self care is really important to your overall mental health, over the next few months I will be trying out some of these holistic therapies and reporting on what actually worked and what is nice but just a bit of a fad.
MINDFULLNESS
So as much as I covet luxury fashion. My labels are more high street than high fashion. Mainly because I like my money where I can see it...going into my children's hands for a PTA cupcake sale! As I have gotten older I have started to invest in the clothes I wear, rather than going for fast fashion choices. I think about its wear, versatility and overall how it makes me feel. Clothes are a way of expressing our emotions to the world and do have a massive impact on how confident we can feel.
LABELS OF LOVE
LABELS OF LOVE
So as much as I covet luxury fashion. My labels are more high street than high fashion. Mainly because I like my money where I can see it...going into my children's hands for a PTA cupcake sale! As I have gotten older I have started to invest in the clothes I wear, rather than going for fast fashion choices. I think about its wear, versatility and overall how it makes me feel. Clothes are a way of expressing our emotions to the world and do have a massive impact on how confident we can feel.
THE ONLY DISABILITY
IN LIFE IS A BAD ATTITUDE
As I have gotten older, almost thirty don't tell anyone. I realize I need to take better care of my skin. But like most women my own age I am not really sure how? I have gotten stuck in a routine of certain products and I am afraid to waste money on new ones in case their just a fad. But how you present yourself to the world impacts your confidence and overall self esteem. I am a massive believe in enhancing what is already there. So I really need to get my act together and take care of myself more!
MAKE UP IS ART
BEAUTY IS SPIRIT
Homeware and design are big passions of mine. I am a big believer in your surrounds inspiring your mood and effecting your emotions. To me a happy home is a well organised and carefully thought out one.
It's a misconception that because we move a lot, due to military life, that you can't make the houses your own. You absolutely can and I will share all my little corners of heaven I create in our new home in North Yorkshire!
LIFESTYLE
As a mum of three I have to be organised. My husband isn't always there to rely on, so I have to have a set routine or the house ascends into chaos. As any parent will know, it can be like herding a bunch of cats on school mornings and getting out the door can be more like something out of a Mission Impossible film.
But that's not to say I am a natural organizer. It's something I work hard at over the years to develop and its definitely gotten easier as I have gotten older. I would love to share all the tips and tricks to keeping things ticking over and helping you stay sane!
ORGANISATION
