Blogs

14 Reasons Why I Think You Should Start A Blog

Dec 3, 2013 By Claire in BLOGGING, CREATIVITY 20 Comments Tags: blogging tips, Blogs, fun stuff

My life has changed so much since launching This is Lifeblood. I’ve made some lifelong friendships with like-minded blogger buddies who I never would have met otherwise, I’ve rediscovered my love for writing, health and creativity and I’ve connected with a tribe of souls who seem to dig what I have to say (over 12,000 unique visitors a month and counting!), which I am incredibly grateful for. My Facebook tribe is almost at 1300 gorgeous humans and This is Lifeblood was a top 5 finalist in the Bupa Health Influencer Blog Awards in July.

All in all, it’s been pretty darn fab.

So I think YOU should start a blog too!

Here’s 14 reasons why.

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Heroines with Heart: Rachel MacDonald of In Spaces Between

Nov 14, 2013 By Claire in CREATIVITY, EXPLORE, HEROINES WITH HEART 22 Comments Tags: Blogs, Coaching, In Spaces Between, Rachel MacDonald, Spirited

What comes to mind when I think of Rachel MacDonald? I’ll start with warmth, generosity, radiance and joy. Succulents and flower crowns. An enormous grin. Visual finesse and writing prowess. Passion and purpose, love and desire, truth, freedom, gratitude and fire – in the belly. Life lovin’ seriously cranked up a notch or two (or ten).

Rach has soul. Damn, every cell in her body must vibrate to the rhythm of life. Anyone who has ever popped their head in over at In Spaces Between, Rach’s extraordinarily inspiring (and ridiculously successful) blog, will attest to her enthusiasm and unwavering conviction to live a big, beautiful life – and her ability to encourage others to do the same!

I’ve been an In Spaces Between-er for a long time and recently started blog/biz/life coaching with Rach too – which has been nothing short of exceptional. Rach lifts you up. She opens doors and melts your heart and stirs your soul and gently reminds you that life is a magical place and you my darling, you are an exquisite human. And who doesn’t like to be reminded of that?

It is of monumental excitement today that I bring you one of the most influential people in my life thus far (although really, the journey has only just begun – yes!), the brilliant and beautiful, Rachel MacDonald.

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