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
Some days, you’re forced to face obstacles that leave you feeling frustrated, upset, or even angry at the world. And for the most, there is absolutely nothing you can do to avoid them. It’s not like you purposely chose a route that had a continuous stream of red traffic signals. Nor did you wait for … Read more
We lead busy lives. We jump from work to family, to friends, to appointments, to shopping… And so the list goes on. There is always something that needs doing. Always somewhere to be and something to tick off the list. It’s exhausting, both mentally and physically. But, what if you slowed down and lighten the … Read more
If you’ve ever sat and wondered ‘Will things get better?’ then, yes, they will. Maybe not today, or tomorrow, or even next week. But hang in there because things will work out in the end. And that’s probably the easiest thing for someone on the outside to say. That, along with cliche lines such as … Read more
You don’t have to walk far down the street before seeing someone down on their luck. A homeless guy sat on the sidewalk. A frantic Mom who’s shopping bag split. A young girl knocked off her bike on her way to work. Everywhere we turn, there are individuals struggling to get through the day. And … Read more
How many times have you turned down an opportunity because you didn’t think you were good enough? Once or twice? A handful of times? Or is it just too many to count? Whilst your heart is no doubt chasing the most amazing dreams, your self-worth trails behind, like a rickety old suitcase with wheels jammed … Read more
Seeing the latest lotto winners broadcast their good fortune across the TV leaves us all feeling a tad envious. That’s human nature. Whilst they’re off choosing a new sports car, you’re putting off taking yours to the garage for the umpteenth time. And as they’re booking a luxury getaway, you’re wrestling deck chairs alongside the … Read more
There’s no such thing as a perfect relationship. Let’s be honest; we’ve all got huffy over nothing, thrown a disgusted look of ‘how could you!’ and even retreated to the sofa for a night or two of self-pity. Although the fallout may be hard at the time, the good news is these are perfectly normal … Read more
Seeing an elderly couple walk hand in hand down the road gives us all hope that love really can last forever. It ignites a warm feeling in our hearts. And reminds us that, together, we can get through anything. As the gentleman opens the door for his wife, he smiles at her. She is just … Read more
What did you do yesterday? Were you constantly rushing from one task to the next? Maybe at work, or cramming in the weekly shop and overdue house chores? And what about last week? It’s probably a blur by now. A distant memory of scrambling to get everything done. With little to no time for you. … Read more