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.
Approaching Ramadan
If youβre aware of Ramadan and know it has something to do with giving up food and drink during the daytime, then welcome into my shoes for a few moments β it might help join the dots between the βRamadan Mubarakβ sign in the grocery shop, the mosque and colleagues booking some of their annual leave during the month.
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…
New Month Resolutions
When you think about it, itβs actually quite strange that new yearβs resolutions exist at all. We change so much over the course of 12 months, why would we set ourselves just one goal for a whole year?
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.
Start JournalingΒ
Iβve been wanting to try journaling for ages, but I wasnβt really sure how to start. So I thought Iβd put together a little guide for anyone else out there whoβs also trying to begin their journaling journey.
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.
The Pomodoro Technique
I finally kicked my procrastination habit thanks to The Pomodoro Technique and itβs honestly been life changing. So this post is for all those fellow procrastinators out there!
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!