Kate Bucceri
Among our clients and friends, we are fortunate to have those who we think are fascinating. We admire their achievements, their character or energy (and perhaps their shoes!)… and often find ourselves day-dreaming about what makes them tick…
We’ve decided to create a series of journals in which we interview people who we think are great! Our intention is to create resource for our community - a source of entertainment, information and inspiration.
What is your earliest memory of caring for your skin?
My mum was a big influence on me with my skin. I have the greatest memories of looking at her beauty cupboards with what seemed like endless amounts of beautiful skincare products. She has beautiful skin, so I took great inspiration from her to look after mine. She was very big on sunscreen and really instilled this in me, which I wear everyday no matter what.
What activity do you do which makes you feel most like yourself?
Oh I would say I feel most like myself when I am at home, hanging out in the yard with my family in the sun. Nothing really brings me much more joy than this.
What is the most beautiful word or sound in the world?
I love the sound of the ocean when no one is around. But since coming out of lockdown I am also loving the busy sounds of cafes and restaurants in summer – everyone talking, laughing – makes me feel alive!
What is one of the best or most worthwhile 'investments' you’ve ever made?
Buying our house would be our greatest and most worthwhile investment. We moved to the Northern Beaches earlier this year and I am loving being meters away from the beach and the laid-back lifestyle. It has done wonders for my mood and general wellbeing.
Kate pre-treatment at FENN
If you could have a gigantic billboard anywhere with anything on it, what would it say and why?
Corny but honestly puts everything in perspective ------ Nothing in life is more important than your family.
Whom do you secretly admire?
Any working mum. Honestly, I don’t know how we all do it but since becoming a mother I gained even more admiration and respect for women.
In the last five years, what new belief, behaviour or habit has most improved your life?
Being more careful with my spending. I used to be quite frivolous and max my credit card each month but now I am so much more considered, investing in items I have lusted over for months instead of rash decisions to try and make myself feel better!
What are bad recommendations you hear in your profession or area of expertise?
Not a bad recommendation, but I always see people expect a lot when they don’t put in the hard work. Hard work really pays off and I truly believe if you work hard and don’t give up you will get there.
What time of the day do you feel the most energetic and what do you usually do in those moments?
100% in the morning! In the afternoon --- forget about it, there is no way I am exercising. I am my most productive first thing in the morning. Its common I will wake up a 4.30am to fit some exercise in before my day starts.
When you feel overwhelmed or unfocused, or have lost your focus temporarily, what do you do?
This happens to me a lot, I struggle sometimes with my anxiety. I find taking a walk around the block is the best thing for me -- no phone and just letting my thoughts run wild and focusing on my breathing. Don’t judge me but also an hour of mindless reality TV is incredibly therapeutic!
What is an unusual habit or an absurd thing that you love?
Could I say cleaning or vacuuming? I honestly vacuum my house at least once a day, sometimes twice – it’s a real problem!
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