I don’t know what else to say. I’ve neglected this blog. The last post was almost 12 months ago to the day. I’ve neglected my readers My mental health My physical health My studies My relationships I’ve neglected my hopes and desires And I’ve neglected my goals. I am in the process of revising this … More I’ve been neglectful
So… I didn’t get in to Uni. That was a really hard blow to the ego and the self esteem and put me in a bit of a tailspin as I had decided that I was prepared to busy. I was prepared to be stressed and tired and confused for the next 7 years of … More Work-Arounds
I have pretty low self esteem; And while I combat this with memes and self indulgence in joking about my hideousness, a lot of the time I’m not joking – I’ve just learned to laugh at my low self esteem instead of wallowing in it. But that doesn’t mean that I ignore it, or can … More Self Esteem
I don’t know about you, but I’ve reassessed my life more times than I can count. Mostly because I can’t remember how many times, but the number is in the thousands. Sometimes I examine my life and am pretty content. Some days I examine my life and pack my bag, ready to hunt down Tom … More Uni applications and the spaghetti of doubt
Recently I’ve been dubbed the “Morale Officer” in my workplace. Despite my issues and sometimes very short fuse, most of my energy is directed at making people more self-aware through critical feedback and a positive growth mindset. I spend a lot of time preaching kindness to others and self (even though I internally struggle with … More Words of Affirmation
Know your strengths. This tip is useful in a range of situations. Whether it’s going to a job interview or when being asked to complete a task; knowing your strengths is a massive bonus and will always help you feel better about yourself as you think about them. It could be “hard working” or “resilience”, … More Pips Pro Tip #4
I have attended far more funerals than any 28 year old in the modern world should have to attend. These funerals have been for people I barely knew, friends of friends, my close friends, and my family. All varying ages, all varying deaths, all a loss and a harsh reality check that mortality is fragile … More Remembering the dead
My mother is considered an expert in her field of research. As one of the smartest people I know, her resume and day to day work life never ceases to amaze me. Part of her job description a few years ago was as designer, facilitator and author of a pedagogical blog linked to her place … More Ideas for other people are easy
Remember falling asleep in your spaghetti as a kid? I don’t, but there’s certainly photos of it happening. As kids we run around til our little hearts and heads can’t handle it any more, overwhelmed with the busy day of other kids, toys, cartoons, and cake, we shut down wherever we happen to be sitting. … More I don’t remember falling asleep
This tip seems strange at first, but trust me. Positive psychology has a lot to say about the words we use and the impact it has on those around us and their moods. Never apologise for being late. Flip the language and thank the people/person for their patience. It’s a simple Jedi mind trick to … More Pips Pro Tip #2
Tirades in Teacups 