Hi everyone,

I’m Jo and I’ve just touched down on Steemit Island. I’m embarking on a brand-new chapter in my life - a self-employed business that doesn’t feel like work - and I’ve left a lot behind to pursue it. I want to share this journey with you all and learn about your life and business tips along the way.

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A few things you should know about me - I’ve been a pescatarian for two years now and I can’t believe I ate meat for 26 years, it boggles my mind. I live in England at the moment, but I’ve traveled a good chunk of the world (a few times) and there are still SO many places on my list. I’m not stopping until I tick them off. There, I’ve said it.

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Traveling in India and Australia, 2015

Why Steemit? Why now?

Two months ago, I quit my job at a huge charity in London, left my flat in Peckham and moved back to my Mum’s house in the Sussex countryside. Rash? Yes. Sensible? Maybe. Needed? Very much so. Due to stress, unhappiness and more importantly losing my stepdad, I was burnt out from London life. So, I decided I needed to reset myself, embrace my grief and realign my lifestyle so that I can be the best version of myself moving forwards.

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I’ve since dived headlong into pursing my interest in wellness therapies and I want to share this career change…alongside my travels, nutrition tips, ethical living and everything in between with the Steemit community. Thank you for having me! This is an incredible platform to share content and learn from each other – I’m excited to become part of it. Of course, I need to thank my special friend @yasminep for introducing me to Steemit and encouraging me to get going – she owns her own boutique fashion label, Hux and if you haven’t checked her out go, go go!

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Me and @yasminep in KL, Malaysia

What are a few things about me that might grab your attention?

I’m obsessed with sauerkraut (the famous German dish)

Now unless you’re into fermented foods, you may not be aware of sauerkraut and be wondering what the hell I’m on about. Fair enough. But if you do, you’ll know that it’s healthy, doesn’t taste like vinegar and it’s DELICIOUS. I make my own (it can take two weeks but it’s worth it) and I’ll be sharing this recipe along with many other vegetarian based insights.

I’m a qualified (almost) deep tissue and holistic massage therapist

Office life just wasn’t for me. I tried it for 5 years, but I’d finally had enough this year and QUIT. Damn it felt good. I’ve always had an interest and love for alternative, holistic therapies – massage, yoga, meditation, nutrition… so I booked a massage diploma course to kick start it all and I’m almost finished. Hurray.

I’ve run a half-marathon

I know what you’re thinking, not that impressive right? But running 13.1 miles two weeks after losing my stepdad was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done and I’m bloody proud of myself. Tips on how to fit exercise into everyday life and much more coming soon. Might help that my boyfriend is studying to be a Personal Trainer, so I’ll share all his tips too, don’t you worry.

I love my menstrual cup

HOPEFULLY you know what a menstrual cup is (boys, even you) but if not, stay tuned for my tips and thoughts on bio-degradable sanitary products, menstrual cups and all things beauty, environmental and ethical.

So, there you have it, I hope I’ve given you a flavour of the type of content I’ll be providing – and I hope you’re looking forward to it as much as I am to creating it.

Can’t wait to share this journey with you all. Happy Thursday!

Jo x

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