Today I introduce you to Alexa. I've known Alexa since I was little, our parents are friends. I always admired her, because she was cooler, more interesting and older. With a Portuguese father and an English mother, he lived in Portugal and Brazil before returning to England.

I met her again when I lived in London (20 years ago), I met her at Spitalfields Market every Sunday, she sold art/design pieces with lighting there.

But what made me really want her to be part of the DDPF is this very important work she does today... called QUINTA . A demystification of what menopause really means for women. Something that, I don't understand why, is completely taboo in many circles. We women are not taught about what menopause really is, what it can mean for us... for our body, emotions and head. I believe it is changing BUT however there are still a lot of prejudices... a lot of lack of information but especially support to understand the changes that take place in our body as the time approaches. Alexa's work is all about supporting women in their middle age, to feel better in their bodies, in their transformations and decisions.

So I'm really happy to not only share her work but her tips too! Many gems indeed. I hope you like it, stop by your website and if you're lucky, they'll be part of your FARM too.

TO BE
Zodiac sign: Capricorn
Season: Autumn
One color: Coral a mix of orange = joy and pink = love
A book: The Myth of normal by Gabor Mate and Daniel Mate
A film: Hunt for the wilderpeople
A song: Baby love , Petite Meller
A podcast: The diary of a CEO Steven Bartlett
An object: Crystals
Favorite place in the world: The Ocean

TO CREATE
Who and what inspires you? My future self/Adventure
What do you still need to create? So many things, for now I am working on an ANTIDOTE program for women to regain their innate body wisdom through menopause.
How to maintain creativity: For me the cacao of ceremonial degree and meditation where I find a deep connection to my inner world, I associate myself with the energies of my work that hold the energy of transformation, sovereignty and love.

TO LIVE
First thing to do when I wake up: I exercise outdoors, dive in the ocean, cacao and meditate.
How to relax at the end of the day: I take advantage of this time of day to listen to podcasts, read and learn.
A place to disconnect: In nature/ In the ocean
Favorite physical exercise: Right now I train with weights.
How you release stress: Breathing exercises, nature, swimming in the ocean, hugs, meditation, listening to music and dancing around the kitchen table.
A woman who inspires you: my mother, she is a pioneer.

NOURISH
Your ideal diet is… beans
What you always have in your fridge: Fermented food
Dinner-saving recipe: Seafood rice
Favorite drink: Cocoa
Favorite snack: Dried fruits
Favorite restaurant: Anything Middle Eastern style tapas.
Favorite cookbook: Simple Ottolenghi

TO CARE

Beauty icon: Lauren Hutton
An essential piece of clothing: Colorful bra
What's not missing in your beauty routine: Work from the inside out, true beauty is within and shines brighter.
Favorite MPL'beauty product: Superwoman capsules, pure sunshine because there isn't enough sun in the UK.
How do you feel more beautiful? Exercise, nutrition, ritual.