In day to day life you might be surprised at how many rules you follow. Things that you are or aren't supposed to do or say? Some of them are necessary and help us function well as a society whilst others just restrict us. Some are inflicted by others but some we force upon ourselves. … Continue reading Changing the rules
Comments worth commenting on
When it comes to race related comments, what's worth commenting on? Is it worth the energy it takes to call someone out and explain to them why what they said is slightly (or maybe even highly) concerning? If it goes well it would probably be worth it but if the other person is adamant that … Continue reading Comments worth commenting on
Putting it into practice
If you have an idea of what could be done or what is possible, would you be willing to put it into practice? It's really easy to talk the talk full of excitement and enthusiasm. But actually doing the things you talk about is a whole other story. It's easy to give advice when things … Continue reading Putting it into practice
When you don’t feel like it
So here's the truth, you're not going to always feel like doing the thing that needs to be done. And if you wait until you feel like doing it, it may never get done. You have to find a way to commit to doing the work wholeheartedly so that you're not reliant on how you … Continue reading When you don’t feel like it
Giving the people what they want
A few days ago, I wrote a post that did well numbers wise and I knew it would. It was the kind of thing that people like to read whilst also being useful. I don't advocate for writing for people as you'll never find your own voice or style that way. But in my previous … Continue reading Giving the people what they want
Unexpected but needed
I recently had an unexpected conversation that I didn't expect to have yet at the same time it was exactly what I needed. It can be difficult to let people know that you need a little bit of reassurance once in a while. However, sometimes maybe it's not even really reassurance but instead just to … Continue reading Unexpected but needed
Small-scale spontaneity
So often we run from spontaneity because it doesn't allow us to have as much control as we'd like. We tell ourselves that it's the wrong decision or that we need to give it more thought or maybe just say no instead of yes. But the beauty of spontaneity is that it opens us up … Continue reading Small-scale spontaneity
3 simple tips for successful daily blogging
Shortcuts might be enticing but you can't escape doing the work. Write more than a post a day You'll have days when its easier to write so take advantage. I've had days where I've written a weeks worth of posts which is a stark contrast to the days where writing a single post feels as … Continue reading 3 simple tips for successful daily blogging
A man, his hat and my bubble
There I was on a Tuesday morning on my usual commute to work engrossed in my phone, writing a blog post with my headphones in. That's how I often spend my journey to and from work engrossed in my thoughts, my phone or looking out of the window. But one day a man's hat fell … Continue reading A man, his hat and my bubble
Who makes the news?
A group of people died at the weekend and somehow social media became a sort of Chinese whispers where people were spreading false news. And so it got me wondering who makes the news and how could they get things so wrong. I think in these times where fast isn't quick enough, people put being … Continue reading Who makes the news?
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