From the Inside Out with Sofia Bichão

I'm Sofia , a spiritual person, a big dreamer, and I use body and mind work as daily therapy. I'm passionate about creating and I love when it involves sharing ideas with others. My professional journey, which culminated in the launch of BBody, began with ballet classes at age 3, followed by the National Dance Conservatory and graduation from the Higher School of Dance. BBody is also a result of my personal journey, and that's why the body work in barre classes complements the personal development approach. It's a pleasure to share a little bit of my lifestyle with you in this "From the Inside Out" series.

TO BE

Zodiac sign: Gemini

Season: Summer

One color: Lilac

A book: The Power of Now

A film: Eat, Pray, Love

One song: Us - A Color Show, FKJ

A podcast: Jay Sheety

An object: A pen, for my daily journal.

Favorite place in the world: Somewhere between nature and the sea.

Who and what inspires you? I am inspired by people and projects that help others, particularly in the areas of: self-knowledge, healthy lifestyle, beauty, health, well-being, happiness, and entrepreneurship.

What else do you want to create? So much! I'm someone who's always brimming with ideas. But I'd say I don't want to die without publishing a book.

How to maintain creativity? Meditate, write, walk in nature, and let ideas flow. These are all habits I include in my routine.

TO LIVE

First thing to do when you wake up: drink a glass of water, coffee, and practice gratitude.

How to relax at the end of the day: Work out with BBody Barre classes.

Preferred physical exercise: I'm highly biased because I created them, but my BBody Barre method classes are truly comprehensive and allow you to do a cardio workout one day, a flow or yoga or low-impact barre workout another day, and even meditations or breathwork when physical exercise isn't on your agenda.

How do you relieve stress? For me, it's definitely through physical exercise.

A woman who inspires you: All solo female entrepreneurs

NOURISH

Your ideal diet is... to eat the "rainbow," with variety and color.

What you always have in the refrigerator: Vegetables

Dinner-saving recipe: prepared salad, tuna, apple, and boiled egg.

Favorite drink: Coconut water

Favorite snack: energy balls

Favorite restaurant: Many, serving Asian food.

Favorite cookbooks: I don't really have a favorite book; I usually follow recipes from cool ideas I see on Instagram—always easy, quick, and minimalist.

TO CARE

An essential piece of clothing : Comfortable cotton trousers, perfect for a cozy outfit, indoors or outdoors, but also ideal for a yoga or stretching session.

What's always in her beauty routine: Face cream before bed.

Favorite MPL'beauty product: there are so many it's hard to choose, but I'd say anti-aging kits , hair and skin products , and those that help calm anxiety and relax :)

How do you feel most beautiful? When you smile, especially when you smile from the inside. It means everything is alright, the energy flows, and self-love is present.

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