I don’t feel loved. The truth is I haven’t for the longest time. Being a mum to tweens and teens is a hard, thankless, and mostly loveless role. This blog post starts my sobering journey of letting go of my expectations of how love should look. Let us explore where…
Sometimes, Life Sucks
Another weekend, another let down. It’s Sunday. The sun is shining for the first time in what feels like a month of monsoon. I wake early, before everyone else, which always fills me with a sense of achievement. Like I’m winning at life. Tip-toeing downstairs, I skilfully dodge the creaky…
One Night in Paradise – South Lodge Hotel Review
One Night in Paradise When most people think of paradise, they probably think of white sands and palm trees. While I couldn’t help but agree that a Caribbean beach destination sounds rather enticing, it also feels pretty unachievable. The truth is, when the mundaneness of everyday life takes hold, paradise…
How to Change Negative Core Beliefs
Breaking old habits can be hard, but decomposing and changing our negative core beliefs can be even harder. I’ve discovered a Cognitive Behaviour Therapy tool that has helped me to do just that and I’ve created my own version for you to download and use for free. What are negative…
“I’m a Bad Mum”
“I’m a bad Mum!” What led me to such harsh labelling and how I have changed this belief? “I’m a bad Mum”. This statement has entered my head more than a few times. Sometimes it’s even left my mouth as words. Do I believe it? I would say that in…
The Best Podcasts to Improve Wellbeing
Below you will find, in my opinion, a list of the best podcasts to improve wellbeing, mental health, and everything else that midlife has to throw at us. There are of course lots more amazing podcasts out there that I am still to discover. However, these are my all-time favourites…
Improve Your Wellbeing by Listening to Podcasts
Why I love podcasts and how listening to them can improve your mental health and wellbeing. As you discover this blog you will notice how important it is to me to improve my mental health and wellbeing. And to support others to improve their wellbeing too. I love podcasts. Maybe…