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Low energy date ideas
When I first started dating my girlfriend (a whole three and a half years ago!), I was actually remarkably healthy.
Winter wonders (also things happening in July)
I thought I’d never say this but here it is; I like winter time.
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Sex health: takeaways from Puberty Blues & Sex Education
The 2012 hit Australian TV series ‘Puberty Blues’ and Netflix’s British 2019 comedy-drama ‘Sex Education’, commonly explore teenagerhood—including themes of sexual health, consent and relationships. Trigger warning: references to sexual harassment and unplanned pregnancy.
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It's time to discuss the cats
I have this elderly ginger cat named Lucy who I love with my entire heart - but she’s a bit stupid.
Of soup and the lasso way
Quite a few of my HDR friends are working through the uni break. A handful of us are working through the chapters of our thesis. I was feeling particularly stressed about all the unwritten chapters I still had to work on. I realised I needed a bit of a break so I organised a catch-up with a few of my peers. We were all keen to watch Ted Lasso (starring Jason Sudeikis) together and I made a big batch of soup for everyone.
Goodbye to the family home
My parents have had their home (the house I spent the bulk of my childhood in in Loxton) on the market for almost two years, but it came as an almost complete surprise to get a message from Mum this week informing my and my brother that they had finally sold!
Mindful walking
I am finding that a daily walk is the perfect pace and balance between exercise and finding a space to practice mindfulness.
Let's get artsy!
I’ve always had a love for creativity and art, but I often feel swamped with other responsibilities and uni work! Holidays are the perfect time to get back in touch with art – whether that’s sketching in a café, painting with acrylics or attending a social art class. Check out my recommendations!
How I missed Game of Thrones
When it comes time to admit to people that I didn't watch Game of Thrones, I’m met with a variety of reactions, usually shock, sometimes disgust. How could I possibly have missed out?
Progress not perfection: power through writer’s block
The campus is quieter these days. Most of the students are finishing up with exams and deadlines. I’m not too sure what other HDR students are doing over the break but I’ll be writing.
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