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Ask and you shall receive
What positive emotion do you feel most often? Joy. Joy resulting from being curious. I love to learn new things and explore the world around me. I experience joy in finding something unfamiliar and seeing how it works, what the impact is, or where it might apply. Be curious and joyful, friends. Continue reading
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3 Strategies for Living, Not Existing
Don’t you think living is more than just being present and ‘doing the do’. It’s about experiencing life fully, engaging with the world, and finding meaning. It’s easy to just go through the motions day after day, especially during the week. Here are some strategies to realise a vibrant life. I’m no expert, but I’m… Continue reading
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Plan, plan ,plan
How do you plan your goals? I find that I have the most success when I: – Define a clear, specific objective, – Break the objective down into smaller steps, – Write out a timeline and identify who or what I need for support, – Think about potential obstacles that might get in my way,… Continue reading
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Allow yourself to be happy
Happiness is a warm embrace, a sun-kissed smile, and the gentle rhythm of contentment. It’s found in shared laughter, quiet moments of gratitude, and the simple joy of living fully. Be happy, friends. Continue reading
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No stranger…
Create an emergency preparedness plan. To this situation, sadly, having evacuated once before. Grabbing and putting in the cars – our animals, ID, old photos, basic toiletries, phones, laptops, chargers, 1 set of clothes each, basic toiletries, and 1 sentimental item each. Everything is packed in a suitcase to make it easier to mobilise. Secure… Continue reading
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It’s nearly mid week…
Time for a photo pick me up. Hope you are having a great a week, friends. Continue reading
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Say what?
What is a word you feel that too many people use? Lit. Riz. Flex. Ardorbs. Anything from the Tik Tok et al vocabulary. Enough. Urgh. Please just mean what you say, say what you mean. Speak well, friends. Continue reading
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Where did the weekend go?
Before I know it, it’s Monday morning, and the working week begins again. I’m fortunate. I have a great job and work with terrific people, but I confess I’d love a 3 day weekend every now and again. If I had an extra day, I promise I wouldn’t waste it. I’d be so productive my… Continue reading
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Friday nights
What brings you peace? Friday nights – Knowing the weekend has arrived. The rubbish bins are empty. Cooking a meal that the whole family enjoys. An empty washing basket. Good feedback on something I’ve written – professionally or personally. A good hair day. Being outdoors. Being with friends and having the longest belly laugh ever.… Continue reading
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Teachers
What profession do you admire most and why? They have in their care, our future scientists, electricians, farmers, economists, mothers, athletes, artists, and so many other vital roles in society. We owe a lot to our educators. True respect, friends. Continue reading
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