Wow – what a difference a couple of years make. This time two years ago I had just started this site and was frantically trying to build a life for myself outside of a miserable job – and at the same time, trying to figure out what I wanted to do with my life, […]
Happiness Project Update (and Happy 2013!)
January 10, 2013 by 3 Comments
Happy new year everyone, I hope you had a chance to relax and stuff yourself silly over the holidays! I always love January – even though its freezing here in the UK, it always feels like a fresh start and a chance to get motivated again after what has probably been a crazy end to […]
My Happiness Project: Month 2
October 18, 2012 by 2 Comments
I have to admit, the start of the second month of my Happiness Project didn’t go exactly to plan. I spent the first month so focused on de-stressing and de-cluttering, that after it ended, I needed a couple of weeks to clear my head to prepare for the next phase of happiness. I didn’t really […]
30 things I’ve Learnt In 30 Years
October 3, 2012 by 12 Comments
In a couple of weeks I turn 30, and I must say, I’m really looking forward to it. It means goodbye to the ‘what the hell am I doing with my life‘ theme of my 20’s and hello to achieving goals, making plans and putting all the lessons I’ve learnt so far to use. I’m […]
My Happiness Project: Month 1 Complete!
September 14, 2012 by 7 Comments
It was a couple of months back when my impending 30th birthday started creeping into my consciousness, and thoughts of ‘Where is my life going?’ and ‘Am I where I want to be?’ began appearing in my head. For me turning 30 has never been a big deal, and it still doesn’t feel like a […]
Why Every Location Independent Traveller Should Visit Home At Least Once A Year
September 7, 2012 by 2 Comments
Next week will be my first visit home in well over a year, and I can honestly barely wait. For many travellers and expats visiting home once a year may seem unnecessary, expensive and ‘a bit soft’ but for me, it’s essential. I’ve been living abroad for almost seven years now and let me tell […]
Why Perfection Is The Enemy
August 7, 2012 by 5 Comments
I’ve always considered myself a bit of a perfectionist. From a young age I always wanted to ‘do things right’ – not necessarily be the best, but if I did something I wanted to make sure I gave it 100% every time. Sometimes this was a good thing, in school exams for example, but other […]
What’s Stopping You From Making A Career Change?
July 25, 2012 by 2 Comments
Are you stuck in a career you hate? Been making excuses as to why you can’t change your situation, burying your unhappiness until the next time your job hatred gets too much again? If this sounds like you, you’re not alone – I feel like everywhere I turn at the moment I’m confronted with people […]
10 Inspirational Blogs To Help Change Your Life
July 19, 2012 by 7 Comments
If you’re on the path to a major life change, or trying to figure out your passion, then a little inspiration can go a long way. Blogs have been a massive source of inspiration and guidance for me over the last couple of years, and I love nothing more than discovering a new life story […]
Overcoming Apathy: How To Find Your Passion
July 10, 2012 by 8 Comments
What do you dream about when your mind wanders off in yet another boring work meeting? This question should hit home two-fold, not just due to the fact that you have a passion which you may not be catering to, but also the reality if you are finding yourself sitting through another boring work meeting, […]
