Before I go into this post, I just want to preface it by saying that I’m writing this in a low mood state. Writing is cathartic and I’m hoping by the end of this post I’ll feel lighter, but just to warn you, in case you too are in a dark place right now, that [...]
May 28: PraiseIsn't it awkward getting praise sometimes? I know, like a lot of people, that I often struggle to accept praise - especially when it really matters. Praise is something that is actually pretty important to me though. It's a thing that stems from childhood, getting feedback and comments on my behaviour or work. [...]
May 26: Jekyll + HydeLiving with my brain sometimes feels like constantly being in a room with Jekyll and Hyde. And I know I'm not the only one who feels this way. It kinda pains me to say it - being the big bookworm that I am - but I actually haven't read the book [...]
It has been a very long time since I've written anything for this blog. I'm kind of going through a thing in my life where writing isn't what I do in my spare time anymore - it's my job. Trying to find the balance between your work and your hobbies is something that I never [...]
I've mentioned it before, but I love Instagram. I've been posting so much on it lately and, although I do think I need to take a break from it every now and again, I really enjoy it! In fact I use it so much, I kind of consider it a hobby for me now. I've [...]
This is something I've seen going around a lot and I think it's lovely to hear people's insights, see some changes and generally just try to better yourself. Now I'm a 21 year-old I've been reflecting a lot on the past (as well as looking forward to the future!) and even though it might not [...]
When you think about it, the fact that there’s an industry dedicated to watching other people have sex seems a little mad doesn’t it? But porn is a massive player in our current society and it’s been something that has caused many debates over the years. I don’t think there is anything inherently wrong with [...]
With the current states of affairs, it’s not difficult to feel as though all hope is lost. It can sometimes feel like to world is ending, with no one understanding the actions of their peers; with protests to battle against decisions already made and with fear being a common emotion among any old enough to [...]
I haven't even started this post yet but I already know it's going to have no structure and no clear point. Apologies. But this is a topic I really want to talk about and something that I've been thinking about recently for various different reasons. I am currently in my last year of a Journalism [...]
Following Mental Health Day this week (Monday 10th October, FYI) I've been thinking a lot about this whole 'self-care' thing. It's become somewhat of a trend on social media and we're often surrounded by images of Lush products and bubble baths. Which of course is a part of it, but it isn't always pretty and [...]
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