Becoming a Mom is both incredible and terrifying in equal measures. It brings a whirlwind of emotions. Feelings of joy and unimaginable pride, as your child takes those first steps. And in the blink of an eye, graduates from university. But it also brings fear and utter hopelessness. Long nights, spent pacing the floor due … Read more
There are days when we all just want to slump on the sofa and feel sorry for ourselves. And that’s OK. Having a bad day is part and parcel of life. But if you’re in need of a pick-me-up to blow away those blues, these positive vibes quotes are just the ticket. Not convinced? Well, … Read more
Life really does feel overly complicated at times. Things that are meant to be simple, inevitably end up causing us stress. And the important stuff gets lost in a fog of frustration. We put off and put down the things that really matter to us, whilst wading through the chaos. And we become accustomed to … Read more
You did a great job!’ is something we all strive to hear. That reach up and high-five. That pat on the back. And that recognition for all the hard work you’ve put in. (Or, for the more introverted among us, a post-it note or a quick message of appreciation will do the job!) Only, it … Read more
When someone tells you to ‘Just forget it and move on’, the last thing you actually want to do is move on. Because beneath that duvet on the sofa (surrounded by half a packet of cookies, a collection of empty mugs, and the phone charger you forgot to plug in) lies a sense of security. … Read more
Unless you personally know and have a good connection with an introverted soul, you may believe that they’re antisocial, standoffish, and even rude. But you couldn’t be further from the truth. Whilst an introvert’s overwhelming shyness might make them more difficult to get to know, it’s nothing more than a door that you must work … Read more
As children, we feared the monsters living in our wardrobes. We begged our parents not to turn the lights out. And no matter what, we never looked under the bed, just in case one was hiding under there. Fast forward a few years and we learn to rationalize the things that went bump in the … Read more
For many people, getting in the car is part of life. We use it to go to work. To go for groceries. Appointments. Meetings. Picking up the kids. Grabbing a Happy Meal on the way home… It’s a way of getting where we need to be. A mere container on wheels. And, unless new and … Read more
Insecurities are part and parcel of life. They often rear their ugly heads at the most inappropriate of times. And can range from a minor niggle in the back of your mind right through to a tsunami of emotions that leave you struggling to breathe. Though not physically apparent, the impact from the thoughts that … Read more
As a child, the smell of freshly baked cookies, cooling on the countertop, is something we never forget. It’s locked in our favorite memories. And even today, that same warming smell can instantly transport us back to our childhood. It’s like a fairytale, of our very own, with dens built under the kitchen table from … Read more