Every day, I sit down with my journal, reflecting on what happened, how I could do better, and what’s been weighing on my mind. I often worry—about finances, my partner’s health, our fertility journey, balancing friendships, my own health, and my weight loss goals. I get so caught up in striving, fixing, improving, that I forget to be grateful for the life I have right now. This insight hit me when I came across a post on Instagram. It listed small luxuries of adult life: dri

Have you ever had one of those weeks where nothing is catastrophic on its own, but by the end of it you feel completely and utterly exhausted? Not because of one big event. Because of twenty small ones. This week reminded me that overwhelm rarely arrives all at once. It creeps in quietly. An unexpected bill. A busy week at work. A difficult appointment. A disappointing result. A change of plans. A challenging conversation. A responsibility that nobody else seems to notice. In

My calendar is very full this month. Work is busy. Life is busy. Socially, it feels like every week has something happening. I’m currently running a project that has four events within itself, whilst also planning another work event at the end of the month. On top of that, there are appointments, life admin and all the little invisible tasks adulthood comes with. And somehow… we are only halfway through the month. Socially, it has actually been really lovely. I’ve been for br

I thought I needed to fix myself. Instead, I learned to understand my patterns—and that changed everything.

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We've all been there: a week that seems determined to throw every curveball imaginable. This past week has been one of those for me. It’s been filled with challenges, setbacks, and moments of frustration. But I’ve learned that it’s not about avoiding these tough weeks—it's about how we pick ourselves back up. Let me share my story and some strategies that have helped me bounce back. My Rough Week This week has not been the one for me. I’ve made poor food choices, repeatedly o

In our fast-paced world, filled with endless demands and opportunities, the ability to say "no" has become a crucial skill. Whether it's declining an extra project at work, turning down social invitations, or setting limits in personal relationships, saying no is fundamental to maintaining a healthy, balanced life. Here, I explore the importance of this often underappreciated word and how it can positively impact your overall well-being. Why Saying No Matters 1. Protects Your

Hey there, fellow couch potatoes! If your idea of a strenuous workout involves reaching for the remote, and you consider napping an extreme sport, you might just be the poster child for laziness. Fear not, my slothful friends, because the Japanese have come to the rescue with their arsenal of techniques to kick laziness where the sun don't shine. Here are 8 Japanese techniques to overcome laziness, guaranteed to transform you from a couch-spud to a go-getter: Ikigai - A reaso