Does the language we speak shape our reality? The philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein famously proposed that if a lion could speak, we would lack the common experience to understand it. Its perspective would be too far removed from ours for human language to allow the lion to express itself.
Hannah Hesford
Women In History
Womenβs stories are all too often left out of history books, which is why, when I was scrolling through our Inclusion Calendar for March, Women’s History Month seemed like the perfect subject to dive into…
Inclusion Calendar Goes Live!
When we started, we naively thought that it was quite a modest undertaking, but itβs become increasingly clear to me that thereβs a whole lot I didnβt know about the global village I call home, and the melting pot of culture thatβs simmering just under the surface, if you know where to look.
Pouring From an Empty Cup?
Have you heard the phrase: ‘You can’t pour from an empty cup’? This bit of wisdom was unknown to me until about six years ago. It’s astonishing how we often find ourselves spinning multiple plates and yet, the thought of pausing for a breath seems almost indulgent…
Coworking Builds Community
The rise of coworking spaces isn’t surprising, given the shift in work culture. They’ve come to the forefront, especially as many people report feeling more accomplished and connected in these environments. Letβs dive in and find out why people thrive in coworking spaces.
Combat Negative Self-Talk
Knowing my worth has been an ongoing battle. Urgh. The negative self-talk. The imposter syndrome. Since going self-employed, itβs felt more like a full-blown internal war. The truth is, even the most successful and happiest of folks grapple with that harsh inner critic. The voice inside that chimes in with thoughts of doubt, fear, blame or judgement.
We Need Routines
Itβs a grey Tuesday morning in Brighton, January. Despite the rising feeling of dread in my stomach I am lacing my trainers. Can I really leave my emails for 2 hours? Am I sure I didn’t leave the gas on? I open the front door, carefully lock it – drinking in these precious seconds – and since I can put it off no longer, I break into a run. I do not stop for 8 miles.
Feel Good Compliments
We’ve all experienced days where nothing seems to go right. Then, out of the blue, a kind word from someone can flip our mood entirely. Behold: the power of compliments.
Art of Doing Nothing
In todayβs hyperconnected age, boredom feels like a relic of the past. For many of us, every idle moment is a cue to dive into our pockets, seeking that instant shot of smartphone entertainment. When was the last time you did nothing? And I mean nothing…
Knowing Your Worth
We think we have a grip on our values. But itβs all too easy, especially in todayβs saturated world of social media, to get derailed by other peopleβs judgements about what makes a worthwhile life, job or dreams.
To get there, we have to reflect on our core values.
Owning Your Mistakes
No one likes messing up, but it’s part of being human. When you admit a mistake, it might feel like you’re exposing a weakness. But, in reality, you’re showing that you’re an authentic, honest human being. Here’s 7 ways owning your mistakes will make you more powerful!
Simple Mindfulness Practices
Iβm not great at meditating. OK. Scratch that. Iβm terrible at meditating. Meditation may be touted as the key to achieving mindfulness, but the act of sitting down and trying to clear your mind can be challenging for many. The good news is that mindfulness isn’t only accessible through meditation.
Neurodiversity at Work
Iβm not going to lie, the past few months have been a wild, self-reflective ride. You see, the things that Iβd always put down as being personal flaws are now being slowly re-imagined as challenges related to neurodiversity. Specifically, ADHD.
Into The Blue
For as long as I can remember, the sea has been my medicine. A safe haven. Better than any mindfulness app Iβve ever downloaded. A tonic for the soul. I feel the gravitational pull of the sea. Iβve experienced its healing powers, and Iβm not the only one.
Decisions, Decisions
Why do some days feel like youβre fighting a losing battle? The to-do list is growing wildly out of control and, quite frankly, a lot of the stuff on there needs to happen, like, yesterday. Yet despite the spiralling anxiety, procrastination has me frozen in my tracks.