Category: Reflections
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Word of the Year Review and 2026 Chosen Word
Last year, I wrote about choosing my word of the year, which was ‘impact’. I wanted to focus on things that had a desired impact on my life, rather than feeling like I was juggling and flailing. When I think about goals, there are always many: work, home life, and…
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Reflections On Prioritising Myself
Recently, I announced my pregnancy on Instagram and Facebook, and then all but disappeared from social media aside from the odd Story. That’s not unusual for me, consistency online is not something I’ve ever kept up with for myself. I’ve been feeling overhwlemed by life, and pregnancy doesn’t seem to…
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You’re Not Too Much, You’re Just The Right Amount
Have you ever been told that you’re too much, or just felt it? Maybe it’s that you’re “over-emotional”, “too opinionated”, or “a bit full on”. Have you ever felt like maybe you should hold yourself back a bit not to outshine or overspeak? I was thinking about my own shrinking…
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An Unbiased Review: Is With Love, Meghan Worth Watching?
I’m finding it a little odd that a non-political, non-taboo subject TV show is considered controversial, but here we are! I’m well aware of the British media’s tirade against Meghan ‘Markle’, but it’s stepped up a gear again for the release of Meghan’s latest project. Her recently released programme showcases…
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When Life Falls Apart, You Get to Rebuild It Better
When life hands you lemons, yada yada… Sometimes, life is just a pain, isn’t it? It can feel unfair, distressing, or even cruel. And the whole ‘make lemonade’ saying can feel a bit dismissive. However, the attitude behind it is important—it’s about recognising that, even in difficult moments, you have…
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Unplugged & Free: A Digital Detox in a Cabin in the Woods
What if you completely disconnected—no phone, no internet, no distractions? Would you feel free or completely lost? Last week was my birthday, and my cousin, who’s my go-to adventure buddy, sent me a cryptic message: “I have an idea for your birthday present. Can you do a night away?” I had…
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How To Choose Your ‘Word Of The Year’
I previously wrote about how I usually don’t commit to New Year’s resolutions, but one thing I have done for the last few years is choose a word of the year. A ‘word of the year’ is a word you choose to reflect your intention for the year ahead. It…
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My New Year’s Resolution is to be BIG!
Well, well. It’s 2025. Another new year, another set of resolutions to ignore! I have likely previously written about how I don’t do resolutions because my inner rebel will ensure I do the opposite of anything promised. However, I have been learning to trust myself and follow through. And I…
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Finding Relaxation in a World of Constant Productivity
How do I relax? It seems like a simple question, but when I saw the WordPress daily prompt, I realised I didn’t have a quick response. This is not new to me, and I speak often within this blog and with friends about the constant need to seem busy, to…