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Learning to let go of possessions

Desk possessions

I can find it difficult to let go of possessions and things I don’t need. However, I am trying to remember some key things.

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Low energy date ideas

hearts

When I first started dating my girlfriend (a whole three and a half years ago!), I was actually remarkably healthy.

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Winter wonders (also things happening in July)

Whale tail diving

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

A ginger cat laying curled in a ball facing the camera. Her ears are out to the side and she has her paws tucked under her body.

I have this elderly ginger cat named Lucy who I love with my entire heart - but she’s a bit stupid.

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Of soup and the lasso way

Soup

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.

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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!

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Mindful walking

An autumn walk

I am finding that a daily walk is the perfect pace and balance between exercise and finding a space to practice mindfulness.

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Let's get artsy!

painted face image

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!

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How I missed Game of Thrones

Game of Thrones keychains

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?

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