Games are a great way to spend time with people and have fun. They're even better when you can play them away from a screen. To some board games may seem old fashioned but they've managed to stand the test of time. Some games have been around for over a hundred years. We like them … Continue reading Playing games
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The difference between right and wrong
Right now there are a lot of discussions about what is right and wrong. More often than not we consider it to be black and white. Of course in some cases it is that clear but there are also many cases where the waters are murky. Robin Hood was known for stealing from the rich … Continue reading The difference between right and wrong
How to be more productive
If you ever find yourself wanting to be productive but struggling to get things done, here's a simple solution. Get the materials you need, go somewhere where you won't be disturbed, start and don't stop until the task is complete. Being productive isn't as complicated as we often make it. Of course if you're sitting … Continue reading How to be more productive
Checking in with your 2020 new years resolutions
We are currently in the period where your new years resolutions may have fallen away and you're now back to your normal (pre new years resolution) self. It's a common thing, it happens to everyone at some point, I'm certain. It can get frustrating to feel like the person you thought you'd become this year … Continue reading Checking in with your 2020 new years resolutions
Late afternoon silence
It was a late Saturday afternoon and all that could be heard was the hum of the refrigerator, the occasional car drive past and the sound of rain on the roof. It was almost silent, no music, talking or television. It was calming almost meditative. I sat on the sofa with my feet up, in … Continue reading Late afternoon silence
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
What exactly is life changing?
Life changing can be as simple as staying in bed for an extra 20 minutes or getting up on the first alarm. When you think of life changing, what comes to mind? We often get caught up in thinking for something to be life changing it has to be grand and spectacular. Travelling for 3 … Continue reading What exactly is life changing?
Extending kindness
It's easy to be kind if you're willing to care. Small acts of kindness can allow you to escape your own mind long enough to remember that we've all got stuff going on. I've had days where the kindness of strangers has been enough to totally transform my day. It's pretty amazing when you think … Continue reading Extending kindness
Moving backwards
It was towards the end of 2018 that I realised I was starting to miss the way I used to blog in 2012. I missed the freedom that came from putting stuff out for me but also for you if you cared enough to read it. But once I saw what blogging could become and … Continue reading Moving backwards
The Daily Gemm 