Staying Sane as a Project Manager
Working on major projects can be a stressful experience, here’s what I’ve learned about protecting your mental health as you work to deliver your objective.
Read More6 things your spoonie colleague wants you to know.
If you are working with someone who suffers from a condition that involves chronic fatigue, how can you learn what that means and how best you can support them or at least not make things worse for them! Here’s my thoughts on working with spoonies.
Read MoreWe don’t ask about 2020 - especially in job interviews
Employers do love to ask about how you’ve handled challenging situations at interview so would 2020 provide the ultimate interview question?
In my opinion, no, or rather it could, but it really, really shouldn’t. Here’s why…
Read MoreThe Happy Barnet 2020 Lockdown Project
Throughout lockdown I’ve been making crochet squares to capture and remember many of the events and themes of 2020 and Covid-19. Everything from Tiger King and Sourdough Starters to Captain Tom, Lockdown and R Rates.
Read MoreLockdown Reviews: Netflix Documentaries
One of my lockdown entertainment activities has been binging on Netflix documentaries. Here’s a round up of what I’ve been watching.
Read MoreSpin the wheel - Fun indoor ideas for kids
Lots of great ideas being posted online but sometimes it’s hard to pick what to do or remember what you saw so here’s a few wheels of fun ideas!
Read MoreCelebrating Random Days with Meggiemoggymoo
Sometimes it’s just about enjoying the little things in life and that’s exactly what MeggieMoggyMoo is doing on Instagram by celebrating lots of random days throughout the year.
Read MorePlastic Unfantastic, small changes, big impact (part 3, skin and hair care)
More easy plastic free changes I’ve been making, this time it’s all about skin and hair care.
Read MoreA Happy Valentine's Day
Valentine’s day didn’t start of particularly happy but thanks to my lovely friends, there was a lot to smile about by the end of the day.
Read MoreMy Reading Challenge 2020
With a bulging bookshelf, 2020’s reading list practically read itself! See which books I’ve planned out for this year and what reviews I give them when I’m done.
Read MoreCreative Writing: Unpacking the thought
After being inspired by an author’s advice, my friend Eliza and I challenge each other to some creative writing and learn all about “unpacking the thought”
Read MoreFour against one isn't fair
Fatigue, Pain, Anxiety and Depression. One at a time is bad enough but when they gang up on you it really isn’t a fair fight.
Read MoreBook Review: Diary of a Bookseller | Shaun Bythell
Diary of a Bookseller | Confessions of a Bookseller | Shaun Bythell
Two of my favourite books. Written in diary form, these books take you through a year in the life of bookseller and bookshop owner Shaun Bythell. You’ll get to know a host of characters from the shop and Scotland’s nation book town, Wigtown. An absolute joy to read.
Read MoreShakespeare and Pick 'n' Mix: Live Theatre at the Cinema
I’ve missed out on a lot during my ME flare, including trips to the theatre. Recently I tried watching live theatre streamed into the cinema. Would this be a combination I could both manage and enjoy?
Read MoreHappy Halloween
Putting the happy in happy Halloween, I take a look at how I can reduce plastic waste and the other things I should consider this year.
Read MoreLocal Authors: Edinburgh (and other bits of Scotland!)
I asked for recommendations for local authors, here’s who follow Edinburgh book lovers recommended!
Read MoreHealing is not linear
Healing is not linear. It’s not easy or straight forward. Here’s how I feel right now about my journey to recovery.
Read MoreFavourite Freebies: useful apps and online tools
I love freebies and I love finding good, reliable tools and apps that will make my life easier and my work more creative. Here’s a list of a few of my favourites!
Read MoreNetflixing Round Europe
Thanks to all the different shows on Netflix I’m working my way round the different countries in Europe. Why? Well as I spend so much time at home (thanks M.E.) and I’ve been enjoying discovering new shows from different countries, why not! It’s certainly way to make sitting in watching TV feel more like a challenge!
Read MoreThings that make me happy: A challenge!
I’m not one for doing nothing but with health issues I’ve had to change the way I approach things. This post is about some of the challenges I’ve set myself; how I found my way of transforming my everyday activities into something fun, rewarding and a little bit different.
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