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How to get back into balance

June 14, 2017

How to get back into balance? I’ll tell you how! Just do the opposite from what brought you to misbalance. To be honest, before leaving to my Croatian holidays, I was at the very, very, VERY thin line of having a major burn out followed “nicely” along with a big feeling of anxiety…

I was overworked, tired, sick, running everywhere, every single day and trying to multitask as much as possible, just to end another day feeling like I haven’t accomplished 1/3 of what I have intended. I had another sort of pressure from being a mom and my daughter’s first school year coming to an end which meant more ballet class activities, her performance and also doing more homework and home tests with her. Bad weather ( talking about a NEVER ENDING snow), work which requires me to sit most of the time in front of the laptop screen and no time to “just be” and take care of myself is what got me out of any balance…

I was pretty much lost which I, of course, didn’t see then and thought that I can still run on that kind of system for a while. I was wrong!

First day of my holidays I have almost went straight to the beach from the airport and have been going there every single day since. After 2 weeks that I’ve been here, only now have I started to feel that I’m getting back into some sort of balance… Maybe not a life balance but an inner kind of balance… Balance in which my soul and heart are feeling good and this reflects on everything around me. I’m sleeping much better, I’m more rested, more smiling, caring so much less about stupid things which never even mattered ( but I have been giving to those and many more so much importance just because I was in a completely wrong mindset back at home in Helsinki ).

Sea, sun, long walks, family, friends and tons of fresh produce which I get from the Farmer’s Market each day + an ice cream ( or two ) a day have been the crucial keys to getting me back into balance.

If you’ve been feeling off or unhappy lately, stop for a moment and think about what is it that makes you-you?! What is it that makes your smile wider and your heartbeat faster? You would be surprised how little you need to get back into the balance and how most of those things aren’t even having a shape or form, they simply need to be felt… Just like the sea breeze, sound of the waves or sunrays kissing your cheeks… Oh Summer, I love you!

My outfit: Jeans / top (HERE), Earrings (HERE), Shoes (HERE), Bag (HERE)

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75 Comments

  • Reply Michelly June 14, 2017 at 9:38 AM

    Fantastic words and a really good style!
    http://www.micherie.com

    • Reply natali karppinen June 14, 2017 at 9:53 AM

      Thank you very much! 🙂

    • Reply Jennifer Snuffleupagus June 18, 2017 at 4:13 PM

      True that. You look lovely and refreshed! I’m so glad you have come to this understanding and shared it with us readers. I’m sure many of us feel this way. I know I do lately after starting a new job as a personal assistant and wanting to go over the top to impress this new family – while also helping the last family I worked with during the recovery process of a major surgery. I’ve been working 24/7!

      http://www.nynomads.com
      Living sustainably on $100/week in NYC

      • Reply natali karppinen July 1, 2017 at 5:47 AM

        Thank you so much Jennifer on your words and for sharing your story too. It does help to speak out
        and help each other out by showing that we’re all equally vulnerable and often struggle with the same
        problems.

  • Reply Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog June 14, 2017 at 10:10 AM

    Wonderful piece of writing! Always helps to stay positive! 🙂

    Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog
    http://charmainenyw.com

  • Reply Anonymous June 14, 2017 at 11:12 AM

    so cute…….

  • Reply a trendy life June 14, 2017 at 11:36 AM

    So great post as always!! Look so pretty! Kisses
    http://www.atrendylifestyle.com/2017/06/look-con-mochila-look-con-falda-plisada.html

  • Reply Carolin June 14, 2017 at 2:17 PM

    Such a stunning outfit! I’m absolutely in love with your bag and the shirt <3

    Caro :*
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  • Reply Magda June 14, 2017 at 2:59 PM

    Love the colours of your outfit!

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  • Reply Floortje June 14, 2017 at 3:12 PM

    You look gorgeous dear! loving the red top on you!

    Xx,

    || FLOORTJELOVES ||

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  • Reply carmen June 14, 2017 at 3:47 PM

    this blouse its very beautiful,
    i love it! <3
    kisses darling

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  • Reply Hadasah Love | Style To Love June 14, 2017 at 4:36 PM

    I love your blog, thank you for sharing!
    xoxo, Hadasah
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  • Reply Nicole June 14, 2017 at 5:51 PM

    Love this look especially your shoes! Great advice for staying balanced!

    xx Nicole
    http://toogoldstreet.com

  • Reply Keri Blair June 14, 2017 at 9:47 PM

    What a unique and vibrant top! You look beautiful and I hope you are feeling balanced and refreshed from your trip! I hear Croatia is stunning!

    Enjoy your summer!
    Keri,
    http://www.thestylestudiobykb.com/colors-of-the-season/

  • Reply Viktoriya June 14, 2017 at 9:48 PM

    Summer – is a big reason for being happy!

  • Reply Ashley Hutchinson June 14, 2017 at 10:01 PM

    Love that top, especially paired with those killer jeans!

    Xoxo,

    Ashley || Sed Bona

  • Reply Eleanor June 15, 2017 at 1:05 AM

    Love your outfit and love your post! Great advice, stop and be you! Thank you!

  • Reply Irene | Hint of Grey June 15, 2017 at 5:59 AM

    Never hurt to slow down in life and take a step back! hope you enjoy your holidays and can’t wait to see photos!

    http://www.hintofgrey.com | Hint of Grey

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  • Reply Mónica Sors - Mes Voyages à Paris June 15, 2017 at 12:49 PM

    In love with the entire outfit!! Comfy and chic at the same time!
    xx
    Mónica Sors
    MES VOYAGES À PARIS
    NEW POST: TRAVELING TO LA WITH NORWEGIAN

  • Reply Kendall June 15, 2017 at 2:58 PM

    This whole outfit is a dream. Every piece is wonderful individually and they all look wonderful together.

    Kendall
    http://www.weekendall.com

  • Reply vaishali June 15, 2017 at 10:22 PM

    Such a pretty look. I love your eaarings. The color of top is fabulous. And combination with those denims is so cool.
    Vaishali
    http://www.vivaciouswish.com/2017/06/15/work-wednesday-with-jord/

  • Reply AndreeaCarro June 16, 2017 at 12:15 AM

    que preciosidad de combinación de colores 🙂

    @andreeacarro http://www.andreeacarro.com

  • Reply Jamie June 16, 2017 at 4:14 AM

    an ice cream or two will definitely help me get back into balance!

    xo Jamie

    http://jamieonthings.com/

  • Reply Kelly June 16, 2017 at 5:06 AM

    Your earrings are stunning!

    xx Kelly
    Sparkles and Shoes

  • Reply Toks June 16, 2017 at 2:38 PM

    You look totally stunning. Absolutely beautiful!!. xoxoxo

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  • Reply The Fashion Folks June 16, 2017 at 3:16 PM

    I agree, it’s a great idea to do the opposite of what made you anxious/depressed/stressed. A simple but a really good answer. Long walks, beach life and taking it slow sounds all so good. Also, love your outfit. That top is too cute! Xx

    http://www.thefashionfolks.com

  • Reply Amy Arnold June 16, 2017 at 7:17 PM

    I love that top and all your fun colors! So glad you got the break you needed are are feeling back in balance.

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

  • Reply Mara June 16, 2017 at 8:07 PM

    Absolutely adore those sleeves!! Such a fun style! You are looking lovely!
    Mara
    xox
    M Loves M

  • Reply Liz Nguyen June 17, 2017 at 10:01 AM

    so pretty!

    Liz
    http://www.liznroad.com

  • Reply Alexa M Johnson June 17, 2017 at 10:49 PM

    LOVE this outfit!

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  • Reply Kris June 18, 2017 at 12:49 AM

    I love this outfit so so so much! The T-shirt/top adds a nice pop of color!
    xx, Kris
    dreamingofpink.wordpress.com

  • Reply Jessica June 18, 2017 at 3:26 AM

    This top is just beautiful. I love how simple it is yet makes quite a statement!

    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

  • Reply Nikki June 18, 2017 at 10:08 PM

    Your outfit is so adorable!!! I especially love the red top with the contrasting blue earrings.
    Anyways, this post is amazing. the last few weeks I have been feeling very unhappy and not well, me. Thx for writing this love!
    xx Nikki

    http://clarissanicole.com

  • Reply Tiffany Lea Zimmermann June 19, 2017 at 5:08 AM

    You look stunning!! love the look
    Xx, Tiffany Lea
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  • Reply Jennifer June 19, 2017 at 8:18 AM

    Such a great post, Natali! You also look adorable! Love your top and your bag is gorgeous!

    xo, Jennifer
    http://www.publicistinpearls.com

  • Reply vaessa June 20, 2017 at 12:01 AM

    this jeans are so cute

    TheVogueWord
    TheVogueWord

  • Reply Vanessa June 20, 2017 at 12:16 AM

    I totally agree! Sometimes we just need to slow down and take some time for ourselves. Great post!

    Vanessa x | http://www.springlilies.com

  • Reply Chelsea June 20, 2017 at 6:35 AM

    So glad to hear this! It’s so tough being a blogger and always multitasking. Everyone needs a vacation to reset!

    Chelsea
    Chow Down USA
    Instagram

  • Reply Nistha Saraf June 20, 2017 at 12:52 PM

    I am crushing over your look Gorgeous. Really really fantastic!!
    Love
    Nistha
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  • Reply Simply Sory June 20, 2017 at 3:42 PM

    La camisa es preciosa pero los pendientes son espectaculares.

    Te dejo mi nuevo post con un summer look ideal:
    https://simplysory.wordpress.com/2017/06/20/welcome-summer/

  • Reply Eva-Maria June 20, 2017 at 4:31 PM

    I love the way all the colours look together 🙂 and the bag is super beautiful!

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  • Reply Esther June 20, 2017 at 4:37 PM

    You look stunning. I like these denim trousers.
    It is very important to take a break from time to time.
    Have a fantastic week. Love, Esther

    https://lifestyle-tale.com

  • Reply Blaxton Bags June 20, 2017 at 4:40 PM

    Beautiful pictures! Just came across to your blog and I love it.
    Really inspired!

  • Reply Angie Wilson June 20, 2017 at 6:27 PM

    You’ve always got the coolest “French girl” vibes. xo

  • Reply Olga June 20, 2017 at 8:03 PM

    Love this outfit!The top is so cute:-)

    http://www.lostindaydreams.com/

  • Reply Ellese June 21, 2017 at 3:45 AM

    You look absolutely gorgeous. I love the line you wrote “remember what make you -you”. AHH!! thank you for that reminder. I have fallen into the unbalanced rut as well. This was a slice of heaven to read through. Thanks babe. Xo, Ellese

    Rock.Paper.Glam.

  • Reply Milex Roj June 21, 2017 at 5:32 AM

  • Reply olia June 21, 2017 at 8:59 AM

    Such a cute look

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  • Reply Alex June 21, 2017 at 9:32 AM

    Your outfit is stunning !
    http://afrenchgirlsthoughts.blogspot.fr

  • Reply Jae June 21, 2017 at 3:08 PM

    Such a great summer outfit! Love the Celine belt bag. 🙂 I recently discovered your blog and I love your content!
    http://www.allthatjae.com

  • Reply kileen June 21, 2017 at 5:24 PM

    finding balance is so hard in our fast-paced world and these are great tips! i love those fun jeans!

    kileen
    cute & little

  • Reply Allie June 22, 2017 at 3:43 AM

    You are just stunning. Love this post, so well written!

    xo, Allie // http://www.champagne-tuesdays.com

  • Reply nat June 22, 2017 at 5:01 AM

    so gorgeous! Your earrings, top, jeans and bag are all so gorgeous!
    Love this look
    xx
    http://anoddgirl.blogspot.com.au

  • Reply Kritsida June 22, 2017 at 6:38 AM

    Gorgeous! Be sure to check out my latest blog post!
    x. Kritsida
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  • Reply Andreea Lowe July 1, 2017 at 12:25 PM

    Such a nice outfit!!

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  • Reply lin July 9, 2017 at 6:29 AM

    Agree with your post from the very first line <3

    xoxo, All about hats

  • Reply Alina July 17, 2017 at 3:52 PM

    Wow, love the look! It’s amazing. The jeans are stunning <3
    Alina // alinacorona.de

  • Reply cream solusi masalah diwajah July 21, 2017 at 10:57 AM

    pretty good

  • Reply Carmelatte July 28, 2017 at 11:28 PM

    I am in love with this outfit <3

    Carmelatte

  • Reply Daria August 8, 2017 at 9:11 PM

    Beautiful post x
    Your blog is so very well organized!
    -Daria
    https://www.bloglovin.com/blogs/daria-edu-19010657
    http://dariaed.com/

  • Reply Alessia September 7, 2017 at 12:40 PM

    I love this outfit, it’s chic and you look so pretty.
    xo Alessia
    http://www.fleurdhiver.com

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