Alaena's Slow Living Selection #Week 4

 Monday, April 6

Alaena's Feathers: Miranda Gray , " The Optimal Woman - A 28-Day Program to Discover the Creative Energies of the Feminine Cycle and Flourish ."

In general, women consider their menstrual cycle more of an inconvenience than a source of personal fulfillment. Especially since our Western societies do not take into account the fact that our thoughts, our behavior and consequently, our abilities, fluctuate during the month... In this practical guide, Miranda Gray explains how our cycle works, and how to use it wisely at optimal times, that is to say, the days when certain of our abilities are reinforced. You will discover a daily program of activities adapted to the different moments of the female cycle in order to develop your potential, build better relationships with those around you and create a harmonious balance between your personal and professional life.

Podcast: Intimacy of Clara Blocman, founder of Ysé

Intimacy is Ysé's personal diary, exploring our relationship with our bodies, femininity, and seduction. Clara Blocman—Ysé's founder—meets women whose bodies, their evolution, and their understanding have been decisive in shaping the women they are today. Discover the stories of Claire Tran, Géraldine Dormoy, Elisa Gallois, Leslye Granaud, Marguerite Piard, Nami Cissé, and Thérèse Sayarath.

Wednesday, April 8

Inspiration: The photographs of Sev Pieto

"I see the soft side of strong women and highlight the tough side of a man. I put my opinion from every angle, my heart behind a lens. I capture to tell stories, travel to create them."

Inspiration: Justine Mauvin

A professional surfer from Reunion Island, Justine offers us a blend of soul, pop, and reggae through her music. She takes us on a musical journey to the world's most beautiful beaches.

 Friday, April 10

Beautiful skin recipe: Homemade moisturizing mask

• 2 tablespoons of oatmeal

• 3 tablespoons of hot water

• 3 teaspoons of vegetable oil (wheat germ or sweet almond)

Blend the two tablespoons of oat flakes. Let the resulting powder swell in three tablespoons of hot water, then add two teaspoons of the vegetable oil of your choice. Apply to your face using small circular motions and let it sit.

For oily skin, add a few drops of lemon to your preparation.

Benefits of oatmeal for skin:

Oats are high in carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins. These components effectively cleanse and moisturize the skin and contribute to its regeneration. Oats also have a stimulating effect that acts on anti-aging molecules, particularly hyaluronic acid.

Kids' activity: The ideal exhibition with Hervé Tullet

Hervé Tullet offers video workshops on the Bayam app. A source of artistic inspiration for creating fun, sensory, and engaging activities with children.

We hope this selection inspires you during this time of confinement.

Take care of yourself.