Sips of Cha

Sips

Savour ideas, images, reflections, and stories. Feel free to browse and get inspired.

Jean-uinely empowered by Denim, not define by it

In this post I'll show you why jeans don't define you - they empower you. With 15 denim looks to inspire your style and affirm who you really are....

The Millennial Beauty Secret Hidden in Your Kitchen

An ancient beauty practice with an ingredient from your kitchen that moisturizes, soothes and brightens the skin for next to nothing....

Light and Shadow: The Art of Integrating our Dualities

A reflection on the inner shadow and the journey of self-integration. An invitation to authenticity, where light and darkness coexist in each of us....

Effortless Style: The Piece That Transforms Any Outfit

In this post I'll tell you how to look stylish without dressing up. This garment is synonymous with style, practicality and comfort. One of my favorite pieces....

Female Friendship: The Strength of Sisterhood is a Revolutionary Act

A reflection on female friendship as a distinct form of love and resistance. I propose principles for cultivating deep bonds between women in a world that insists on dividing us....

Ten Years in New Zealand: What I Learned as an Immigrant

After a decade in New Zealand, I reflect on the beauty, challenges and tensions of being an immigrant and how living between cultures has reshaped my sense of home and identity....

Easy and Healthy: Chia Pudding with Raspberries and Dark Chocolate Recipe

Learn how to make chia pudding with raspberries and dark chocolate topping. A healthy, easy and delicious recipe for any time of day....

Unlearning Shame: My ADD through Diagnosis, Stigma and Medication

In this post, I share how the diagnosis of ADHD changed everything, but also revealed stigmas and taboos - especially about drug treatment....

My Current Night Skincare in 10 Steps

My current step-by-step night skincare routine and why the night is the best time to treat, regenerate and care for your skin in depth....

My Current 5-Step Morning Skincare Routine

5 practical steps of my current morning skincare with a focus on the products used and extra tips....

The Art of Decision-Making: Techniques that Help Me Make Difficult Decisions

The decision-making process is affected by our mental biases. In this post, I share 4 techniques that help me choose with more clarity and personal alignment....

My Oil Pulling Experience: A Complete Guide with Extra Tips

A complete guide to the Ayurvedic practice of oil pulling with extra tips based on my experience, for your oral health and general well-being....