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”
Category Archives: Mental Health
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”
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 BeyoncĂ©), 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?”
Microaggressions Towards Black People We’re Tired Of Hearing
What is a microaggression and why is it so harmful? It can be a statement or action that is used to discriminate against someone from a marginalised group. In this case, we’ll focus on its impact towards the black community. It can be intentional or unintentional, but creates a hostile environment. Exposing prejudice and biasContinue reading “Microaggressions Towards Black People We’re Tired Of Hearing”
5 Common Traits of Toxic People
Common behavioural traits to look out for, identify and determine if someone in your life is toxic. I briefly mentioned in my last post, ‘Am I Good Enough‘ , that I will touch upon a few characteristics that make a person toxic. The type of person that you do not want involved in your life.Continue reading “5 Common Traits of Toxic People”
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