There are 2 ways of working. The first is in batches, a couple of hours one or 2 times a week. The second is bit by bit, day by day. Many people find themselves picking one of the two ways thinking that it's the best way of working. But it turns out it depends on … Continue reading Blogging bit by bit
Tag: happiness
Job satisfaction
Let's delve into a topic that matters. But first cue the music *plays satisfaction by the rolling stones*. If someone asked the question of what would make you happier in your current job, what would you say? If the answer is more money, think again, think about the job itself. Some possible answers could be: … Continue reading Job satisfaction
The little things that bring us joy
I recently discovered a new podcast and listening to it brings me joy. I find myself often relating to the conversations they have or smiling/laughing. It's so useful to fill your life with little things that bring you joy that you have easy access to. Something extravagant like a week in the Maldives isn't accessible … Continue reading The little things that bring us joy
How to lose your creativity?
Sometimes I find myself caught up in trying to be a blogger instead of simply just being myself. And in the process I find myself being drawn to creating content that I don't love as much as I could. When I first started blogging 8 years ago I was just sharing stuff that I was … Continue reading How to lose your creativity?
One small thing could change it all
It's like a keystone habit but for moments. A keystone habit is a term created by Charles Duhigg that was featured in his book The Power of Habit, in Duhiggs words it is 'small changes or habits that people introduce into their routines that unintentionally carry over into other aspects of their lives'. But what … Continue reading One small thing could change it all
On being content with not becoming a writer
Or at least trying to be. I remember being around 16 or 17 telling a classmate about my writing hobby and that I had thought of doing it as a career. At the time I was pretty lost with regard to career plans and my civil engineering dream was becoming less and less likely. My … Continue reading On being content with not becoming a writer
Why it’s so hard to be yourself
It's easier said than done. We grow up having people tell us to be more or less of ourselves. And for many at a young age you follow the words of those older than you. That's fine when it comes to things like eating a balanced diet, doing your homework and being kind to people. … Continue reading Why it’s so hard to be yourself
When life comes together
How does it feel when you realise you're living your dreams. I'd consider myself to be a bit of a dreamer. I daydream, I can be idealistic and I love stories. I daydream/visualise about my future on a regular basis sometimes intentionally and sometimes on accident. I often find that months or years later that … Continue reading When life comes together
When life comes together
How does it feel when you realise you're living your dreams. I'd consider myself to be a bit of a dreamer. I daydream/visualise about my future on a regular basis sometimes intentionally and sometimes on accident. I often find that months or years later that thing I was daydreaming about is part of my reality. … Continue reading When life comes together
It’s more than what it is
This blog is more than just a blog. It's a daily blog. It's a writing practice. It's a come as you are space where I feel free to write as I please. It's a habit. It's a commitment. It's a hobby. I've been blogging for years and but I never considered how I would feel … Continue reading It’s more than what it is
The Daily Gemm 