When I first started going on trips away as a teenager, I made a list of things I would need to pack. I have kept and used the same packing list ever since. Every time I have needed to bring a different item with me, I have added it to the list, which has got …
Here are some notes I wrote in 2014 about blame and responsibility. Never blame anyone or anything, not even yourself. There’s a difference between blaming and taking responsibility. For example, say you felt as though someone didn’t really like you or was ignoring you because you had been quiet and struggled to talk to them. …
Do you have a few chargers (for your phone, tablet or other devices) that look very similar? Here’s an easy tip that will help you to identify the right charger quickly and easily. Use washi tape to colour code chargers! How to colour code your chargers Wrap a strip of coloured or patterned washi tape …
Do you have far too much stuff cluttering your surroundings? Do you sometimes have a clear out but find it hard to part with certain items? Here are some questions you can ask yourself, to help clarify in your mind whether you should hold on to the item, or give it away (to somebody else, …
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, which means if you purchase something through my link, I will earn a small commission. This does not affect the price you pay for the item. Here are some simple, common-sense ways to reduce your plastic use. How many can you integrate into your life? In the bathroom Food …
If you are going through a difficult stage in your life, here are some guiding principles to keep in mind, to give you strength and keep you moving through your challenges. 8 Things To Remember When You Are Going Through a Challenging Time Sometimes you have to break things down so that you can build …
I thought of an idea for a fun challenge – visit a different village, town or city every day for a month! This is a challenge that you would need to have a lot of free time for. Ideally, you would also need plenty of money for transport, cafes, attractions etc. It would also be …
If you experience anxiety then you’ll know it can be the most horrible feeling. It can seem to cast a shadow over your life and can be so difficult to break out of. But I’ve found that there are actually some positive side-effects that have come about because of my anxiety issues. I hope that …
Here are some notes I made back in 2015 about why I believe that every small action makes a difference for the planet, taking a simple example of recycling one plastic bottle. Some people might not bother to do something, such as recycling a plastic bottle, because they think that one person’s action will not …
These are some thoughts and actions that have helped me in moments when I am feeling anxious or panicky. Some may help you and others may not feel right to you at all – but if even one or two of these thoughts can help you to get into a good mindset for getting through …
