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Burnout: hey, hey, my, my

Sea lion roar

I’m feeling like this photo I took of the sea lion captures the stress I am currently feeling about the slow pace of my writing. If only “flow” would possess me straight for four hours each day then I’d have this thesis done already.

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What does a balanced diet actually look like?

In today's world, there's a storm of conflicting and confusing information (some of it scientifically proven, a lot of it not) about what we should eat, when, and why. So, just what exactly is a balanced diet?

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The power of gratitude

The last year and a bit have been really tough on all of us. A lot of the time we only focus on the negative things and seem to forget all about the positives. Gratitude is a great method for people to be able to respect and treasure what they have instead of constantly looking for something new to make them happy or complete.

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Study music: finding the perfect playlist

Classical, lofi, pop and perhaps even country music. Finding a great playlist to listen to while you study can make or break a productive session of study. Read for my thoughts and recommendations!

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Breakfasts around the world

Breakfast brioche

Ahhhh winter’s here. Although I’m seriously missing the long summer days, winter has always allowed me this special time to re-discover the joys of a slower daily pace. The freezing early mornings are ironically a wonderful time to get the blood running with a workout. It means a late breakfast which tends to come in the form of a brunch. 

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A new book? How frightening

I love reading, I always have, but the problem I have with it is that I find it really difficult to leave the comfort and safety of teenage and young adult fiction. I find the romance of YA fiction to be idealistic and thrilling – the way characters are swept off their feet, the improbable meet-cutes, the aspirational promises they make to each other…I’m a huge softie, it’s true. I also love fantasy, but the adult fantasy is just so weird sometimes. Thankfully, I can always rely on good ol’ teenage fiction to bring me the joy of magic.

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Too much coffee

A coffee on a table

It may be a crowd favourite new years resolution, but I have never struggled with my coffee consumption, until now. Now I am wondering, is it a habit that is now unhealthy?

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What is Ayurveda?

Ayurveda is a form of traditional medicine in India that dates back to around 6,000 BCE and encompasses a range of ‘therapies’ that are now popular on a global scale. So, what exactly is Ayurveda and what benefits does it offer?

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Imposter syndrome: how can we overcome this?

At some point in your life, you’ve probably had a case of imposter syndrome. It’s a self-sabotaging mindset that can prevent you from accomplishing your goals. Continue reading for my experiences and advice with dealing with imposter syndrome.

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Dogs, rabbits & cats (which is the best pet?)

Pets are the greatest – who doesn’t want to come home to the unconditional love of a little animal? I delve into my experience with pets and why connecting with pets are so special.

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