As we in the UK are going through our third lockdown, as I’m sure other countries are going through something similar too, I look back at 21 things I have learned over the past year during quarantine. Have you experienced any of these too? 1. Sometimes you just can’t plan ahead. Like 2020 has shownContinue reading “21 Things I Learned in Lockdown”
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10 Things To Look Forward To in 2021
What are you most looking forward to this year? And why does it still feels like we’re in 2020?! It’s been a bumpy start. The UK is in another lockdown, as a new and extremely contagious strain of Covid-19 was discovered. On top of that, America had more growing problems, as Trump rioters swarmed theContinue reading “10 Things To Look Forward To in 2021”
How Can I Stay Motivated and Achieve My Goals?
With the year drawing to a close, Christmas season is here and before you know it, we’ll be deep into 2021! This year has been quite exhausting in many ways, but what has kept you going? Yes, there has been loss and difficulty, but there has also been a lot of time for self-reflection. WeContinue reading “How Can I Stay Motivated and Achieve My Goals?”
5 Signs You Need to Take a Break… Like ASAP
2020 has been a trying time for all of us. The pandemic. Lockdown. Quarantine. Second Lockdown. Isolation. The list goes on… Whether you’ve been working from home or not, or you’ve been volunteering or even studying, you know how overwhelming this year has been on your mental health, as well as your overall wellbeing. ItContinue reading “5 Signs You Need to Take a Break… Like ASAP”
Black Owned Clothing Brands You Need to Know About
Covid-19 may still be upon us, and lockdown restrictions are still in full effect, but that shouldn’t stop you from discovering black owned businesses and supporting them. Especially this black history month! So, in honour of the month, I’ve put together a few black owned clothing brands that you should definitely get familiar with, ifContinue reading “Black Owned Clothing Brands You Need to Know About”
Black History Month: UK 2020
Happy black history month! How are we 11 days deep into October already?! And how has this month, (let alone this whole year), been for you so far? For me, it has been both productive and overwhelming! I started my Creative Writing masters this month, so I’ve been adjusting to the postgrad lifestyle, socially distancedContinue reading “Black History Month: UK 2020”
So, What is White Privilege?
In short, it is the societal privilege that benefits white people over people who aren’t white. It is a racial bias, an advantage for those who have white skin. Although invisible, very present. I mentioned I would dedicate a post to white privilege last month, when I wrote, microaggressions towards black people we are tiredContinue reading “So, What is White Privilege?”
Thoughts of a Sulky Black Girl pt 2 : Pandemic Panic
It’s been a minute, let’s catch up… These past few weeks have been somewhat hectic and heavy. But in saying that, they have fuelled me to write more meaningful and encouraging posts for you all. I felt like venting today, so will talk about the pandemic, and touch upon a few points that just aren’tContinue reading “Thoughts of a Sulky Black Girl pt 2 : Pandemic Panic”
Learning to Love Yourself Unconditionally
Is it possible to love yourself unconditionally?… Definitely! If I asked you, ‘What do you love about yourself the most?’, what would your answer be, and does the answer come to you straight away? Accepting who we are, flaws and all (shout out Beyoncé), can be a long journey. But with it, we recognise notContinue reading “Learning to Love Yourself Unconditionally”
Will I Reach My Full Potential?
As cliche as it might sound, we are all destined for greatness! Our futures are filled with success. But, sometimes we might doubt the prosperity we are entitled to. Maybe we doubt ourselves? Or feel like something is holding us back. These feelings are normal, but shouldn’t stop us on this journey to getting whatContinue reading “Will I Reach My Full Potential?”
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