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Take Back Control...
If you are politically charged in any way or have followed the ongoing saga in the UK, you will have heard over and over again those infamous words 'Take Back Control' without anyone really explaining what that actually means?
So to move as far away as possible from anything associated with the political interpretation of 'Take Back Control', I decided to step back for a moment and think about those same words but from a completely different angle with a very different analogy. Circumstances, and usually those out of our control can take us on a journey that we didn't at first expect, envisage or indeed necessarily want. So it is at times like this that should encourage us as individuals to 'Take Back Control' of our own lives and stop being swept away by trivia and negative people that do not have our best interests at heart. So a big fat yes: TAKE BACK CONTROL. Take back control of your life and do whatever it is that makes you happy and gives you that inner glow and inner peace and the feeling of well-being. If swinging from trees wearing nothing but your underwear or drinking cocktails at midnight whilst listening and singing to Ray Charles is your thing, then do it, be it, live it.
If you imagine your life as a car, would you deliberately cause a car crash? I am sure we would do everything in our power to avoid chaos, and learn new routes so we are not stuck in troublesome traffic jams. The most important thing is to follow instinct and be intuitive. At traffic lights, amber says proceed with care... the red light informs us that we must stop and it's all go when we see green! So connect with those lights that are within us and don't be a back seat driver, take hold of the steering wheel, go on the journey of a lifetime and Take Back Control... and connect with like-minded fun people who believe in you.
Welcome to November and we hope you will enjoy all our articles and features on The Riviera Woman.
Woman Of The Month: Jill Pirdas
The 'Woman of the month' feature is about real women doing real things and on The Riviera Woman, we love to read stories that inspire us. This November our Woman of the Month is Jill Pirdas. Read Jill's story and answers to our famous 5 questions. Read more
Bio Hair: Keratin Treatments
At Bio Hair this month we look at promoting a healthy scalp for better hair growth. Book your hair appointment and request to have a free Keratin treatment. Bio Hair always seeks to use the best and most natural products. Bio Hair cares about your hair and your well-being. Read more
Special: Melissa Roen Reflects... Satire, Shakespeare, Another US Election
Melissa Roen, indie publishing American author of 'Last Call for Caviar' and 'Maya Rising' reflects life and reviews the present global situation with the upcoming political saga in the USA.... Read more
Artist Of The Month: Joy Moore
Our Artist of the Month is Joy Moore. Born in the UK, Joy now lives in Cocconato, Italy, where she paints and runs artist retreats... We chose to feature 4 our favourite pieces. See more
Anette Shine: Yoga - Pain in the neck?
Anette Shine, yoga expert and wellness warrior demonstrates ways to cure a stiff neck by practicing gentle movements. See more
Fashion: Girls Best Friend: Know Your Diamonds
Marilyn Monroe sang about diamonds and celebrities love to wear them... So how much do you really know about diamonds? We take a look at the industry with the Private Diamond Club... Read more
Judy Churchill: Personal Experiences: How to find ME time
Our new inspirational series of themed articles based either on people’s personal experience or questions that tend to reoccur in coaching sessions and are of interest to us all. In article 4 Judy Churchill talks about ME time… Read more
Julia Moore: The Crockery Line
More from Julia Moore as she decides to carry 30 pieces of crockery in a holdall. All in the line of wedding duty... Read more
Health and Beauty: Organic Detox Bar - Juice Of The Month
Tara Ostrowe is Chief nutritionist and author of the Organic Religion Detox Program. On The Riviera Woman, we will feature organic juices full of pure goodness. This month we feature the Crazy Pink Juice. Read more
Recipes: Bordighera Baking Goddess - Diana Monaco makes...
Made in Bordighera... Diana Monaco our passionate foodie shares with us her recipe for: FOCACCIA DOLCE ALL’UVA... See more
Angela Barletta: Tales of A trailing Wife - The Dating Game!
Angela Barletta continues to share her antics as a trailing wife... This month Angela has some sound advice on the importance of building new relationships... Read more
Sabine Noelle-Wying: Viva Dolce Vita Brings Beautiful Italy to You
If you are looking to experience the tastes and flavours of Italy, look no further than Viva Dolce Vita for your made-to-order packages. Read more
Events: Vivaitalia (Britalia) Club this November 2016
Vivaitalia (Formerly Britalia) - We are the group that loves all things Italian. We organise monthly aperitivos, film nights, pizza nights, gourmet delights, walks, trips and a whole lot more. Join us for our Aperos in Bordighera and Sanremo and also the monthly English Film Night in Dolceacqua: All details
Events: TEDxMonteCarlo Conference this November 2016
TEDxMonteCarlo 2016 will take place on Saturday 26th November in Monaco. TEDxMonteCarlo is a full-day conference and is designed to give our community, organizations and individuals the opportunity to spark conversations and share ideas through TED-like experiences at the local level. More details
Anna Fill of The Riviera Woman shares her favourte TED talk with TEDxMonteCarlo. See VIDEO.
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Monaco:
Our Monaco reporter, Celina Lafuente de Lavotha keeps us updated with the news from the Principality - from culture to entertainment. Enjoy!
For all that's happening in Monaco and where to go, where to eat, take a look at maBoum.
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