There’s a quiet magic in autumn—the way the world softens, the air turns crisp, and leaves drift slowly from the trees, each one a gentle reminder of change. In this season, it feels as if the earth itself is…

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I'm Amanda, the creator of Claiming Life, welcome to my site.
As a Bereavement Counselor, Montessori teacher, English Teacher, and writer. I have dedicated my life to the pursuit of knowledge and meaningful experiences.
I live by the following belief "Life is an acquisition of memories, for in the end that's all there is." As someone who has had to navigate through personnel losses, I understand the uphill battle of retaining hope and healing. I found to claim life, knowledge is your power..
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There’s a quiet magic in autumn—the way the world softens, the air turns crisp, and leaves drift slowly from the trees, each one a gentle reminder of change. In this season, it feels as if the earth itself is…
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Victoria Beckham: Sleek and Structured Winter Glam Clothes: Neutral-toned tailored coats, blazers under coats, slim trousers, knit turtlenecks. Shoes: Pointed leather boots or minimalist heels. Handbags: Structured leather handbag in black, tan, or nude. Jewelry:…
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Children feel deeply—sometimes more than we realize. From joy and excitement to sadness and frustration, every emotion deserves a safe place to be expressed. As both a Montessori teacher and a bereavement counselor, I’ve seen firsthand how important it…
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Series: The Elegance of Reinvention “Some women don’t just decorate homes — they reinvent the way we dwell within them. Elsie de Wolfe, the original decorator of joy, and Martha Stewart, the queen of slow living, both remind us of…
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(Soft life, timeless charm, and garden rituals woven in) If you’ve ever admired Martha Stewart’s effortless farmhouse style — the way every room feels both lived-in and curated — you know it’s more than just decorating. It’s about creating a…
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A Soft Life Memoir of Nature, Grief, and Gentle Return By Amanda Scully✧ Where Life Whispers Healing. Our garden hugs the edge of a South African veld, where the Helderberg’s silhouette meets a crumbling farm and a river murmuring ancient…
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