From 2nd May to 28th July, 2024, the British Museum hosts a monumental exhibition, Michelangelo – The Last Decades, offering a profound exploration of the later years of one of history’s greatest artistic geniuses. With over 100 works on display, ranging from personal letters to architectural sketches, the exhibition provides a comprehensive journey into Michelangelo’s twilight…
Managing stress is a dilemma. Let’s have a real chat about the whirlwind that is ‘modern life’. From morning school runs to late-night work emails, it does more often than not feel like we’re constantly juggling a million things at once. But fear not, in this article London Mums spill a few beans on how we can navigate the stress maze like pros!
Diving into the Stress Pool
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Finding strength in smiles: A conversation with Paola Cortellesi on laughter and women's empowerment
Already a talented actress and screenwriter, Paola Cortellesi has orchestrated an explosive mix of emotions in her directorial debut, There’s Still Tomorrow.
This article is available in Italian at the bottom of this page. –L’articolo è disponibile in italiano in fondo a questa pagina.
It’s as if she took a bit of comedy, a pinch of drama, and a touch of art…
Fear can grip us tightly, shaping our lives and clouding our experiences. For me, that fear came in the form of snakes – an irrational dread that had haunted me for as long as I could remember. But one crisp April morning, I summoned the courage to face my deepest fear of snakes head-on, embarking on a life-changing journey with Harley Street phobia specialist Christopher Paul Jones.
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New research conducted by dental health brand Aquafresh has exposed the issues with confidence that British children are feeling, due to the societal pressure of having the “perfect” Hollywood smile. The study has revealed that nearly 1 in 2 kids have experienced low confidence because of how their teeth look*.
The study, of 2000 parents and children aged 4-11 revealed that…
Caught up in the whirlwind of daily life, with its endless to-dos and family duties, it’s easy to forget about taking care of ourselves. As a busy mum, I’ve often found myself focusing on everyone else’s needs and forgetting about my own, especially when it comes to looking after my eyes. But lately, I’ve realised how important it is to make my eye health a priority.
Sensory play is vital to early childhood development, offering young children a unique opportunity to explore their world through touch, sight, sound, taste, and smell. This type of play is enjoyable and crucial in developing sensory-related abilities. It helps toddlers and preschoolers build nerve connections in the brain’s pathways, which leads to the child’s ability to complete more…
Addiction puts the user into a vicious circle of cravings, justification, use, and regret. Most addicts know that their behaviour is dangerous, but they lie to themselves to get past the guilt.
The problem is that as the user becomes more comfortable with this lie and their addiction, their personality devolves, morphing into a liar. Things that were once true are now shades of grey as the addict…
What comes to mind when you picture expressionism? On the one hand, bold experiments with colour, dramatic forms, atonal music and poetry in free verse. On the other, cross-cultural artistic collaborations set against the imperial ideologies and social inequalities of early 20th century Europe.
Expressionism stands out as a vivid and unforgettable part of European art history, embodying the…
Running a home-based business offers flexibility and autonomy, but it also comes with its unique set of challenges, including managing all aspects of the business on your own. To optimise your time, focus on core tasks, and ensure the success of your venture, it’s essential to identify which tasks you can outsource effectively. Here are some key areas of your home business that you may…