One of the biggest surprises I've had since starting work is the fact that I have to be a driver (drive your career, propel things forward in your desired direction), as in steer my own ship. In school you do what you're told and you can't really defer from what doesn't interest you in fact … Continue reading You might need driving lessons
Tag: choice
Changing the rules
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
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
Effects of choosing kindness
You have the choice to treat people however you like and sometimes that will depend on how much you care. Small acts of kindness can allow you to escape your own mind for long enough to remember that we've all got stuff going on. Without knowing it, sometimes the kindness of strangers can be enough … Continue reading Effects of choosing kindness
Politics, voting and uncomfortable conversations
If you live outside of the UK and keep up with global politics then you'll know that on the 12th December there is a UK general election. Although there are various parties running, it's really just a choice between Labour and Conservatives. From the perspective of someone who isn't particularly political, Labour is for 'the … Continue reading Politics, voting and uncomfortable conversations
Don’t look back
...in anger (this has nothing to do with Oasis but I do love that song!). You can spend your whole life working on improving aspects of your life. Imagine you've always struggled with your career and finding something that you like that pays enough that you can live a life you're happy with you. Imagine … Continue reading Don’t look back
Comfortable or helpful
You can't always have both. So it turns out that the thing that brings you the most comfort might also be incredibly unhelpful to your personal development. It could even be the main thing holding you back from living your dream life, a life of bliss. But you get so caught up in the comfort … Continue reading Comfortable or helpful
Embracing a care-less mentality
Mid-week musings on not embracing anxiety. If you find yourself caught in the analysis paralysis of indecision it might be worth making a conscious effort to care-less. Instead of allowing the thoughts to go on and on until breaking point, give yourself a deadline. 3 minutes, 3 hours or 3 days before you have to … Continue reading Embracing a care-less mentality
Pick something
Anything! We're constantly making decisions each day. Some are small scale like toast or cereal for breakfast, whilst others can have more of an impact. It's easy to go back and forth when you have multiple options and are intent on picking the 'right one'. But it's often the act of picking that's more important … Continue reading Pick something
What’s the use in feeling bad about yourself?
Short answer: there is no use. If it doesn't feel good to feel bad then why not try something else? It's easy to feel bad about yourself when things go wrong but ruminating on that feeling isn't likely to help you improve and get better at whatever you're working on. Perhaps asking yourself 'what could … Continue reading What’s the use in feeling bad about yourself?
The Daily Gemm 