We can be our own worst critics. No matter how hard you work and how big you dream, chances are the gremlins in the back of your mind are always pulling you down. They will tell you that you're not good enough, that you can't do that, and sometimes that you're just plain stupid. Now [...]
There's been a lot of talk about the new year and fresh starts on this blog recently, as I'm feeling really motivated for the future right now and thought I could put it to good use. I feel like now is the perfect time to get yourself sorted for 2020. Taking some time out now [...]
I read an awful lot. As I mentioned in a post a long time (this one here) 2017 was the first time I actually recorded every book I read. I've stepped it up a little bit this year and finally started rating my books too. I watch a lot of booktubers (that's people who talk [...]
Procrastination. We've all fallen victim to it haven't we? Whether you need to get on with an essay, some revision or even your own personal projects it can be really difficult to get started. I know your struggle! Whenever I go to sit at my desk to get on with some work - either professionally [...]
In this age of social media and constant connection 24/7, it's not difficult to find a mentor for yourself. mentor (noun) an experienced or trusted adviser Regardless of what field you're interested in, or what particular element of life you're struggling with right now, chances are there's someone out there that you can look up to. [...]
Self- care is a big topic online nowadays and although it is one of my favourite trends to have ever hit our screens (an open conversation about looking after yourself? Yes please!) it can be trivialised or even glamorised at times. There are some times when having a Lush bath and pampering yourself just won't do. [...]
I love reading. It's been a hobby of mine for as long as I can remember and I love nothing more than getting lost in another world built by someone's words. It's something I even talk about occasionally on here too. If you're also a lover of books then you'll understand the upset and torment [...]
For some reason recently I’ve been all about self-reflection and just reflecting in general. Maybe it’s because spring is coming, and that’s all about fresh starts and new beginnings, or maybe it’s because I’m getting (scarily) near the end of my university degree so things are changing so fast for me and I have a [...]
There's been a lot of things going on recently in my life. From turning 21, to dealing with the last handful of university deadlines as well as the usual trying-to-keep-on-top-of-life stuff it's safe to say that things have taken a toll a little bit. Last week was a total write off. If you know me [...]
This season is meant to be the happiest of them all. I mean the month of Christmas and all the other festivities; a time when we're supposed to be surrounded by friends, family and wonderful food, what's not to love? But for many people it's just another month in the year. Or for some, even [...]
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