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Mia Barnes

Mia Barnes - Writer - She Defined

This article was written by Mia Barnes.

Mia is a freelance writer and researcher who specialises in women’s health and lifestyle. Mia is also the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Body+Mind Magazine.

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Articles by Mia:

What is functional freeze mode? Here's everything you need to know

What is functional freeze mode? Here’s everything you need to know

More women are struggling with 'functional freeze' mode – feeling trapped in an emotional state, while others might not realise anything’s wrong.

What is stress and how does it impact your daily life

What is stress and how does it impact your daily life?

Understanding what causes stress and how it impacts your life can inspire you to take action and make positive change.

Sick all the time? How to eat your way to stronger immunity

Sick all the time? How to eat your way to stronger immunity

If you want to start feeling better and reduce your chances of getting sick again, making mindful dietary choices could be the key to fewer sick days.

Is your workplace actually inclusive? Here are 5 ways to take action

Is your workplace actually inclusive? Here are 5 ways to take action

Leading a diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) campaign requires less extensiveness than you might think. Here are some tips.

'Deinfluencing': The latest trend to beat overconsumption and save money

‘Deinfluencing’: The latest trend to beat overconsumption and save money

Deinfluencing is the latest trend to remove rose-coloured glasses when purchasing items. Read on to learn what this new movement is all about.

Why You Should Start Keeping a Money Journal

Why you should start keeping a money journal

If you're craving monetary freedom and mastery, here are six reasons to start a money journal today.

Attachment styles in relationships: what are they and which one are you?

Attachment styles in relationships: what are they and which one are you?

Have you struggled with relationships in the past? It could stem from your attachment style. Here's how to find out which one you are.

More women are leaving their office jobs for shift work. Why?

More women are leaving their office jobs for shift work. Why?

Here’s why picking up shift work and freelancing are rising in popularity among women, and how you can get started.

What are glimmers?

What are ‘glimmers’ and how can they help regulate your nervous system?

Glimmers are little signs that everything is right in the world, and help us to feel safe and calm. Here's how they can regulate your nervous system.