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After 12 Years in New York I Moved Away… Here is Why…
After 12 years of living and loving NYC, I’ve decided it’s time to move on. The energy in NYC is undeniably fabulous and one of a kind,...
alinabutus
Dec 29, 20242 min read


Think Your 9-to-5 Is a Trap? It's Time to Rethink the Rat Race.
A couple years ago I was putting my heart and all my energy to motivate and inspire my team, trying to walk in to the office with a smile...
alinabutus
Oct 28, 20243 min read


Surfing Through Life: The Parallels of Surfing and Living.
Tired and cold, I’m standing in the waters of Portugal, holding on to my surfboard. The sun is shining bright, and the waves keep...
alinabutus
Sep 22, 20244 min read


Balance in a Headstand. Wisdom from Yoga.
One of my biggest accomplishments this year is learning to do a headstand There’s a lot of wisdom that comes from yoga. Different...
alinabutus
Aug 8, 20241 min read

Breaking Up With Sugar: How and Why I Transitioned to a Sugar-Free Diet. (And YOU Can Too!)
June 2023. Paris and Vienna. Two cities brimming with delectable desserts that make self-control a challenge. For the two weeks I spent...
alinabutus
Jun 17, 20247 min read


The Power of Intuition.
Can you hear your intuition above the noise of your thoughts? Can you tell the difference between your mind's voice and your intuition's...
alinabutus
Feb 13, 20244 min read


Own Your Life Choices
Ever found yourself wondering if you're charting your own course or just going with the flow? Our journey gains depth when we follow our...
alinabutus
Dec 8, 20232 min read


The Joy of Now: A Simple Guide
Do you ever find yourself lost in thoughts, drifting between the past and present, only to be overcome by regret of the past or anxiety...
alinabutus
Nov 29, 20232 min read


Smiling Through Tears: My Journey to Happiness.
I often emphasize the importance of enjoying life, cultivating happiness, expressing gratitude and embracing a positive mindset. Those...
alinabutus
Nov 12, 20232 min read


Your Style, Your Story: How Your Look Shapes Your Life
Sometimes inspiration hits you when you least expect it. I have a list of draft articles I started but I was not in the mood to finish...
alinabutus
Oct 28, 20232 min read


10 Signs You Need a Sabbatical.
"I hate my 9 to 5 job, I have no motivation, I feel burned out, I feel stuck, I'm making no progress in my career, I make dump mistakes...
alinabutus
Oct 8, 20238 min read

15 Tips on strategising your sabbatical or long vacation, and being smart about your time off.
When I took my sabbatical 3 months ago, few items were left on my to-do list, mainly - travelling, exercising, writing for my blog (did...
alinabutus
Sep 16, 20238 min read


Walking as a Cure Against Stress and Anxiety.
We run into many challenges in our lives, from small inconveniences to life-changing events and anything in-between. We can change...
alinabutus
Jul 24, 20232 min read


Are You Productive?
12 days since my sabbatical started, I caught myself on a sad thought that I don’t feel productive compared to when I was working. So...
alinabutus
Jun 21, 20231 min read


8 Sustainable Travel Tips. What to Pack and What to Do.
The world has become smaller with the convenience and availability of different modes of transportation. I hope you are taking advantage...
alinabutus
Jun 20, 20236 min read


The Dance Between a Man and a Woman. Relationship Dynamic.
People all over the world, any nationality, any religion, any sexual identity, are challenged with this question - what is the key to...
alinabutus
Jun 2, 20233 min read


Choose Freedom Wisely. 9 Steps to Balance Freedom and Achieve the Best Outcomes.
38,000 feet above sea level, I look out the small plane window and think about freedom. Yet again. What is freedom… Something that I...
alinabutus
Jan 21, 20237 min read

Create A Vision Board to Help Find Meaning in Life: 7 Steps
For the last few years I’ve been creating a vision board without knowing this term. It’s a great tool that helps you navigate through...
alinabutus
Dec 31, 20228 min read


Let Your Feelings Breathe Life Into You
What was the most recent strong feeling or emotion that you experienced? Would you describe it as positive or negative? Strong deep...
alinabutus
Nov 7, 20223 min read


A Guide to a Sustainable Wardrobe. Part 2 - Consumption.
Clothing and fashion account for an enormous amount of waste and emissions. These days, most clothing is made of synthetic fabrics that...
alinabutus
Oct 26, 20224 min read
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