It probably doesn't seem like much or like it could possible be enough but sometimes all you need is 5 minutes. So often we tell ourselves that we don't have the time for certain things. They could be things that take minutes not hours or days but somehow we still find a way to make … Continue reading Give yourself 5 minutes
There are no lions in the jungle
How exactly did the Lions become the King of the Jungle, when they don't even live there? I suppose there is something noteworthy about having such a reputation that you're considered to 'rule' (or at least hold a respectable level of status) in spaces that you don't even venture into.
You don’t have to go through it
If you feel a resistance towards something, it might simply be that you don't want to do it. And you don't have to. There will always be a time when working through it is an option and possibly the best choice to make. However, it's perfectly okay to reach a point where you say 'no' … Continue reading You don’t have to go through it
7 types of people to unfollow on Instagram
I regularly update who I follow on Instagram. I do this because I understand that even if it is only in a small way, who I follow impacts me. Social media can have you invested in the lives of strangers, influence you to waste money on things you don't really want and serve as an … Continue reading 7 types of people to unfollow on Instagram
5 things to do for when you feel stuck
It is really easy to give advice in hindsight or just from an outsiders perspective. However, when you are in the midst of a personal challenge it can be difficult to know how to help yourself in the moment. It's something that takes time and practice. I've had plenty of times when I've felt stuck. … Continue reading 5 things to do for when you feel stuck
50% off
50% off something you had no intention of buying. Somehow, the marketers find a way to make that sound appealing to the point where we feel like we're better off spending rather than simply buying nothing at all.
Liking someone vs liking what they do
I think most of us have at least a few people that we find inspiring. Based on this we end up thinking that we like a person when in reality we just like what they do. Listening to the songs a person sings or watching the tvs and movies that they star in is not … Continue reading Liking someone vs liking what they do
Figure out what you need
Through periods of overwhelm it's easy to feel lost and stuck. When there are 101 problems finding a solution can be challenging. Often, the best place to start is by figuring out what you need in the moment. Finish the sentence: When I feel anxious in a crowded place, I need... Perhaps you're in a … Continue reading Figure out what you need
Changing yourself to progress your career
The workplace can often just feel like one long game with lots of rules. For many people following these rules requires changing perhaps to the point of doing things that you don't really want to do. So, how much should you change for the sake of career progression? If you feel like you have to … Continue reading Changing yourself to progress your career
How to get better at achieving your goals
Happy New Year! It's gotten to a point where many people shun new years resolutions (goals, plans, intentions etc.). They assume they won't last so don't see the point in bothering. A common example of a new years resolution is to lose weight. After indulging in an abundance of rich and unhealthy food over the … Continue reading How to get better at achieving your goals
The Daily Gemm 