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Bettina had no idea that a massage could change her life ... but that is exactly what happened. In these defining moments of change, we have two options: We either choose to use them as springboards for change or we become a victim of our circumstances. Stories that Stir will be back in 2023! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stories-that-stir/message
Dare to Dance! How to adopt a new perspective of life by embracing change! I chat with the fantastic Bettina Deda - Creative Copywriter & Storyteller - about how to embrace change and empower yourself in difficult periods. We chat about Bettina's incredible personal story and how a massage in 2016 changed her life, how exploring creativity is so therapeutic, her passion in particular for dance and of course her new book "Dare to Dance"! A FUN, INSIGHTFUL AND VALUE PACKED EPISODE! Feel free to get in touch with Bettina! Her website and how to register to get a copy of her new book - https://bettinadeda.com/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bettinadeda/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/BettinaDedaCreativeMentor
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Discover new colour trends and learn more about the Dulux colour forecast 2017 Antidote - A Colour Cure in my interview with Andrea Lucena-Orr, Colour Planning & Communications Manager at Dulux Group. We met at an event hosted by the Design Institute of Australia at Sydney Design Festival. The four colour trends at a glance: […] The post DWS 74: Dulux Colour Forecast 2017 appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Discover new colour trends and learn more about the Dulux colour forecast 2017 Antidote - A Colour Cure in my interview with Andrea Lucena-Orr, Colour Planning & Communications Manager at Dulux Group. We met at an event hosted by the Design Institute of Australia at Sydney Design Festival. The four colour trends at a glance: […] The post DWS 74: Dulux Colour Forecast 2017 appeared first on Bettina Deda.
In this episode, I talk about the act of ‘letting go’. Letting go of thoughts, actions, things that do not serve us any longer. I would like to encourage you to think about things, beliefs and habits that you have been holding on to for a while, or maybe years, and what this does to […] The post DWS 73: Letting Go appeared first on Bettina Deda.
In this episode, I talk about the act of ‘letting go’. Letting go of thoughts, actions, things that do not serve us any longer. I would like to encourage you to think about things, beliefs and habits that you have been holding on to for a while, or maybe years, and what this does to […] The post DWS 73: Letting Go appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Colour is the most powerful tool in non-verbal communication. Colour impacts on a subconscious level on our behaviour, wellbeing, emotions, and decisions. No matter if you would like to become clear about a creative process in your personal or professional life, it is helpful to know the basic meaning of colours. Colour not only plays […] The post DWS 72: Colour Psychology for Home Decorators appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Colour is the most powerful tool in non-verbal communication. Colour impacts on a subconscious level on our behaviour, wellbeing, emotions, and decisions. No matter if you would like to become clear about a creative process in your personal or professional life, it is helpful to know the basic meaning of colours. Colour not only plays […] The post DWS 72: Colour Psychology for Home Decorators appeared first on Bettina Deda.
In this episode of the Downsize with Style podcast show I talk about the power or positive psychology and establishing routines to become more creative. I also share my five strategies to boost your creativity when it comes to decorating your home or apartment. Show Notes Positive Psychology White Paper Book Tip: The Organised Mind […] The post DWS 71: 5 Strategies to Boost Your Creativity appeared first on Bettina Deda.
In this episode of the Downsize with Style podcast show I talk about the power or positive psychology and establishing routines to become more creative. I also share my five strategies to boost your creativity when it comes to decorating your home or apartment. Show Notes Positive Psychology White Paper Book Tip: The Organised Mind […] The post DWS 71: 5 Strategies to Boost Your Creativity appeared first on Bettina Deda.
In Episode 70 of the Downsize with Style podcast you will hear: Tips to choose the right chair for your home What to consider when deciding between fabric and leather Where to download resources to help you make the right decisions Show Notes Downsize with Style toolbox resources HomeStyling 101 e-course The post DWS 70: Finding the Right Chair appeared first on Bettina Deda.
In Episode 70 of the Downsize with Style podcast you will hear: Tips to choose the right chair for your home What to consider when deciding between fabric and leather Where to download resources to help you make the right decisions Show Notes Downsize with Style toolbox resources HomeStyling 101 e-course The post DWS 70: Finding the Right Chair appeared first on Bettina Deda.
In episode 69 of the Downsize with Style podcast you will hear how you can use the versatile mood board technique to visualise your retirement lifestyle. Translating your ideas on a vision board will • Provide Clarity: How and where do I want to live after downsizing? • Provide you with a tool for communication […] The post DWS 69: How to Visualise Your Retirement Lifestyle appeared first on Bettina Deda.
In episode 69 of the Downsize with Style podcast you will hear how you can use the versatile mood board technique to visualise your retirement lifestyle. Translating your ideas on a vision board will • Provide Clarity: How and where do I want to live after downsizing? • Provide you with a tool for communication […] The post DWS 69: How to Visualise Your Retirement Lifestyle appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Interview with Jola Jackson, who publishes the UK blog Build Mum a House. When her mother could not maintain the family home any longer and it was time to downsize, Jola and her husband decided to build her a house with all the facilities she would need to enjoy her own home despite her reduced […] The post DWS 68: Build Mum a House appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Interview with Jola Jackson, who publishes the UK blog Build Mum a House. When her mother could not maintain the family home any longer and it was time to downsize, Jola and her husband decided to build her a house with all the facilities she would need to enjoy her own home despite her reduced […] The post DWS 68: Build Mum a House appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Interview with Naomi Findlay, CEO of Silk Home and Founder of the International Institute of Home Staging about styling your home to live in. Topics: 3 Tips to style your home for sale Do not de-clutter the soul out of your home How to optimise storage in an apartment How to spruce up a bland […] The post DWS 67: Styling Your Home to Live in appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Interview with Naomi Findlay, CEO of Silk Home and Founder of the International Institute of Home Staging about styling your home to live in. Topics: 3 Tips to style your home for sale Do not de-clutter the soul out of your home How to optimise storage in an apartment How to spruce up a bland […] The post DWS 67: Styling Your Home to Live in appeared first on Bettina Deda.
You might have been living in your apartment for a while and feel that it’s time for a change. If you’re looking to update your home decor, it can be difficult to know where to start – especially if you are not an expert in interior decorating. So, before you take on the task, listen […] The post DWS 66: 5 Tips to Spruce up Your Home appeared first on Bettina Deda.
You might have been living in your apartment for a while and feel that it’s time for a change. If you’re looking to update your home decor, it can be difficult to know where to start – especially if you are not an expert in interior decorating. So, before you take on the task, listen […] The post DWS 66: 5 Tips to Spruce up Your Home appeared first on Bettina Deda.
January usually is the month when we are full of energy in regards to the things we want to achieve in the upcoming months. We intend to start fresh and organised in the new year to get on top of things. Maybe your goal is to downsize your home, to start a new hobby, to […] The post DWS 65: 10 Tips to Stay Organised at Home appeared first on Bettina Deda.
January usually is the month when we are full of energy in regards to the things we want to achieve in the upcoming months. We intend to start fresh and organised in the new year to get on top of things. Maybe your goal is to downsize your home, to start a new hobby, to […] The post DWS 65: 10 Tips to Stay Organised at Home appeared first on Bettina Deda.
This episode of the Downsize with Style podcast features extracts of three shows that have been most popular in 2015 to help you downsizing your home: 1. Decluttering by Categories 2. 7 Things to Consider when Downsizing 3. Case Study: From Empty Nest to No Nest If you could leave a rating on iTunes to […] The post DWS 64: Best of 2015 appeared first on Bettina Deda.
This episode of the Downsize with Style podcast features extracts of three shows that have been most popular in 2015 to help you downsizing your home: 1. Decluttering by Categories 2. 7 Things to Consider when Downsizing 3. Case Study: From Empty Nest to No Nest If you could leave a rating on iTunes to […] The post DWS 64: Best of 2015 appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Are you overwhelmed with the number of retirement housing options to choose from? Are you not sure if a retirement village is your thing? Would you like to learn more about community living? Stay tuned to this podcast and you will find out why living in a retirement village could be the right choice for […] The post DWS 63: The Gracewood Community appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Are you overwhelmed with the number of retirement housing options to choose from? Are you not sure if a retirement village is your thing? Would you like to learn more about community living? Stay tuned to this podcast and you will find out why living in a retirement village could be the right choice for […] The post DWS 63: The Gracewood Community appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Have you ever considered community living and moving into a retirement resort? Would you like to hear first hand what the advantages of apartment living are? Are you curious to learn more about the life in a resort-style community? Tune in to episode 62 of the Downsize with Style podcast to listen to Sydney couple […] The post DWS 62: Case Study: Community Living appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Have you ever considered community living and moving into a retirement resort? Would you like to hear first hand what the advantages of apartment living are? Are you curious to learn more about the life in a resort-style community? Tune in to episode 62 of the Downsize with Style podcast to listen to Sydney couple […] The post DWS 62: Case Study: Community Living appeared first on Bettina Deda.
In this episode, I share seven things to consider when downsizing your home, such as costs, lifestyle, location, funcitonality, and your social network. I also talk about mood boards and why you should consider using a mood board when furnishing your new home and interior decorating. Show Notes: 5 Reasons Why you Should Consider a […] The post DWS 61: 7 Things to Consider When Downsizing Your Home appeared first on Bettina Deda.
In this episode, I share seven things to consider when downsizing your home, such as costs, lifestyle, location, funcitonality, and your social network. I also talk about mood boards and why you should consider using a mood board when furnishing your new home and interior decorating. Show Notes: 5 Reasons Why you Should Consider a […] The post DWS 61: 7 Things to Consider When Downsizing Your Home appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Affordable housing for a growing population is a hot topic in Australia. In the past year, I interviewed many people on this podcast helping empty nesters find the right place to live for their retirement. In the US, shared housing is a massive trend and follows the sharing economy from Airbnb and Uber. According to […] The post DWS 60: House Sharing for Empty Nesters appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Affordable housing for a growing population is a hot topic in Australia. In the past year, I interviewed many people on this podcast helping empty nesters find the right place to live for their retirement. In the US, shared housing is a massive trend and follows the sharing economy from Airbnb and Uber. According to […] The post DWS 60: House Sharing for Empty Nesters appeared first on Bettina Deda.
In this episode, I chat with Veronica and David, a couple from the US, who downsized from their family home to a campervan travelling the world. They share their their experiences on their blog and in their book Going Gypsy - One Couple's Adventure from Empty Nest to No Nest at all. You will hear […] The post DWS 59: From Empty Nest to No Nest appeared first on Bettina Deda.
In this episode, I chat with Veronica and David, a couple from the US, who downsized from their family home to a campervan travelling the world. They share their their experiences on their blog and in their book Going Gypsy - One Couple's Adventure from Empty Nest to No Nest at all. You will hear […] The post DWS 59: From Empty Nest to No Nest appeared first on Bettina Deda.
You are downsizing and looking to create an inspiring, stylish, and personal home. In order to achieve this, you need to find your personal decorating style. I believe that everybody has a certain decorating style, some people just don’t know how to name it. Don’t be confused if you like a mix of different styles […] The post DWS 58: 3 Strategies to Find Your Decorating Style appeared first on Bettina Deda.
You are downsizing and looking to create an inspiring, stylish, and personal home. In order to achieve this, you need to find your personal decorating style. I believe that everybody has a certain decorating style, some people just don’t know how to name it. Don’t be confused if you like a mix of different styles […] The post DWS 58: 3 Strategies to Find Your Decorating Style appeared first on Bettina Deda.
In episode 57 of the Downsize with Style podcast, I share 5 Tips to de-clutter your paperwork. Show Notes: DWS 36: Downsizing Case Study Case Study: Embrace Clever Design and Live Smarter The post DWS 57: Decluttering Paperwork appeared first on Bettina Deda.
In episode 57 of the Downsize with Style podcast, I share 5 Tips to de-clutter your paperwork. Show Notes: DWS 36: Downsizing Case Study Case Study: Embrace Clever Design and Live Smarter The post DWS 57: Decluttering Paperwork appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Australia’s first apartment dog park has been announced in Melbourne. The Gardenhill Project will feature a securely fenced ground floor off-lead area for dogs with seating, drinking facilities and a dog-cleaning station. According to the RSPCA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), there are over 33 million pets in Australia, with 39 […] The post DWS 56: Downsizing with Pets appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Australia’s first apartment dog park has been announced in Melbourne. The Gardenhill Project will feature a securely fenced ground floor off-lead area for dogs with seating, drinking facilities and a dog-cleaning station. According to the RSPCA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), there are over 33 million pets in Australia, with 39 […] The post DWS 56: Downsizing with Pets appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Downsizing, de-cluttering, selling your family home, moving to a smaller space – the entire process can be very stressful. Therefore, it is important to look after your health and wellbeing when starting your downsizing journey. In this podcast, I talk with Susan Kath, a Nutritionist and Wellness coach. She is very passionate about food and […] The post DWS 55: Eating and Ageing Well appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Downsizing, de-cluttering, selling your family home, moving to a smaller space – the entire process can be very stressful. Therefore, it is important to look after your health and wellbeing when starting your downsizing journey. In this podcast, I talk with Susan Kath, a Nutritionist and Wellness coach. She is very passionate about food and […] The post DWS 55: Eating and Ageing Well appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Do you have difficulties to let go of things because you might need them someday? Well, you are not alone. "Someday" is the our biggest enemy of most people, as it prevents us from focussing on the things that are important to us right now. In this podcast, I share a little exercise from The […] The post DWS 54: Decluttering by Categories appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Do you have difficulties to let go of things because you might need them someday? Well, you are not alone. "Someday" is the our biggest enemy of most people, as it prevents us from focussing on the things that are important to us right now. In this podcast, I share a little exercise from The […] The post DWS 54: Decluttering by Categories appeared first on Bettina Deda.
In episode 53 I share three essential steps to make most out of a spare bedroom. Often, spare bedrooms are not very spacious in the first place. You might also find built-in wardrobes or large windows that take away wall space and make it even more difficult to work out the best room layout. Tune […] The post DWS 53: Multi-Purpose Rooms appeared first on Bettina Deda.
In episode 53 I share three essential steps to make most out of a spare bedroom. Often, spare bedrooms are not very spacious in the first place. You might also find built-in wardrobes or large windows that take away wall space and make it even more difficult to work out the best room layout. Tune […] The post DWS 53: Multi-Purpose Rooms appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Do you want to know How to Make the Rest of Your Life the Best of Your Life? Tune in to episode 52 of the Downsize with Style podcast with leadership coach and author Victoria Rose. Her book is a celebration of smart, single women over 60 and the many roles they play over their […] The post DWS 52: From NOW to WOW appeared first on Bettina Deda.
Do you want to know How to Make the Rest of Your Life the Best of Your Life? Tune in to episode 52 of the Downsize with Style podcast with leadership coach and author Victoria Rose. Her book is a celebration of smart, single women over 60 and the many roles they play over their […] The post DWS 52: From NOW to WOW appeared first on Bettina Deda.