Mental health, emotional wellbeing & personal development
Stories and ideas to inspire you to do more, be more and live a life with peace of mind
6 ways to live a happy life Don’t take things personally We are egocentric beings which means that we tend to interpret neutral events according to our own personal influences and ideas. We all have existing biases that underlie our perceptions of the world. As a …
When life is overwhelming Life is weird. Life is strange. It seems the more I try to figure it out, the more confused I get. Despite knowing the various strategies required to deal with mental health issues and mood disorders such as …
Sometimes you just know when it’s time for a change. It might be a calling, or it might just be a general sense of unease and a want for something better. Other times you might not have a choice due to redundancy. Whatever the case, …
Many of us have a terrible habit; we like to spend money. This doesn’t have to be such a bad thing if it is handled correctly, and when you think about how to do it well, it can benefit you greatly. The problem is, …
In case you are just recently visiting Earth, well, things have slightly changed since 2019. Whilst we discussed the mental health ramifications of the first lockdown (view post here), the second lockdown brought with it new challenges. More specifically, I’m talking about working from home. …
We’re all looking for ways to save a little more money each month. Sadly, it’s not always an easy task. Saving money each month will not only give you a little more financial breathing room, but it also means you’ll be a step closer to …
Acts of Kindness surge in 2020, new research reveals! Ahead of World Kindness Day on 13th November, new research by thortful.com reveals how attitudes to kindness and altruism have increased since the pandemic hit. thortful analysed the search volumes for keywords relating to kindness. The …
Going to university can be exciting and scary at the same time. The prospect of university offers freedom, independence, and choices but it also brings with pressure and anxiety. It might be the biggest upheaval you have had to cope with so far and it’s …
When you’re a first-time mother, there are so many emotions to grapple with. Of course, you’re anticipating the day you’ll hold your bundle of joy. However, there’s also a feeling of total fear regarding the actual delivery process. Plus, once you take the baby home, …
With so many families sticking close to home to help to stop the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is no surprise that backyard renovation is a hot topic. With the right additions to your yard, you can turn this space into your own personal …