Sometimes the only reason we choose to stick at something is because we have something to prove to ourselves. From the outside it might seem as though we're wasting time and money because the success isn't coming. From the inside we're just not willing to give up yet because we believe that somehow we can … Continue reading Something to prove
Category: Self-reflection
All good things must come to an end
When you know that something is coming to an end it can be easy to lose momentum and to lose interest. It can feel pointless to muster vigour and enthusiasm when you know that in a few weeks everything will be over. But all good things must come to an end, it's something we've all … Continue reading All good things must come to an end
It isn’t worth pretending
When people have an expectation of who they think or want you to be, they have a difficult time I'm accepting when you become something else. It could be a permanent thing or perhaps you are just going through a phase but either way who you become is your choice. I think we all need … Continue reading It isn’t worth pretending
From bad to worse
When your life isn't exactly what one would describe as good, you may find that you've developed a fear of things going from bad to worse. It is this fear that keeps you stuck, stagnant and stops you growing to potentially start living a life that is better than your current circumstances. From the outside … Continue reading From bad to worse
Making busy easier
Sometimes in life, all of a sudden you're busy. Things go from being normal one day to all systems go the next. It might feel quite overwhelming because now you have so much to think about and plan. Perhaps you even find that your plans overlap. Now you have to choose what to leave early … Continue reading Making busy easier
What do you really want to do?
I think sometimes the fear we have of making the wrong choice is really just a sign that our mind is not clear. On the flipside, when you're mind is not clouded over with stuff you're able to be more spontaneous and quick thinking with your choices. More often than we realise we know exactly … Continue reading What do you really want to do?
Fun, joyful and sweet
If you could choose to shift your perception in order for your life to feel a little more wonderful, would you do it? Sometimes we're so bogged down by the challenges we face and the harsh realities of life, we don't allow ourselves to believe that life can be fun, joyful and sweet. We see … Continue reading Fun, joyful and sweet
Is it worth fixing?
Before you make the choice to fix something, ask yourself if the thing is worth fixing in the first place. Nobody wants to spend their time, energy and possibly money on something that could end up being a waste of time. As much as some things are worth sticking at and working on, sometimes the … Continue reading Is it worth fixing?
Habit Trackers and finding motivation
Around 5 years ago or whenever it was that bullet journals became all the range, habit trackers were an incredibly popular thing to have. You'd create a list of habits that you wanted to keep track of for the month and then put a cross in the box when you did it and left it … Continue reading Habit Trackers and finding motivation
Keep exploring
There's something quite wonderful about being a beginner, starting something new with fresh eyes, optimism, excitement and curiosity. There are probably plenty of things that you've been doing for a long time to the point that they're a regular part of your daily, weekly or monthly routine. It could be old hobbies from childhood or … Continue reading Keep exploring
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