Having something to look forward to

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I wanted to write about something a little different for you all today. I talk a lot here on the page about understanding our pasts and taking the time to be mindful, however, one thing I haven’t spoken too much about as of late is preparing for the future. We’re going to be taking a look at this in today’s blog.

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quietnote – A Musical Mindfulness Masterclass

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Last week, I got the opportunity to travel up to Birmingham for the unveiling of quietnote’s research, in partnership with the University of Birmingham. We’re going to be taking a closer look at what all of this means in today’s blog.

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Let’s talk about reaching out for support

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Sometimes, life doesn’t go according to plan, and while it has been said a lot, that is completely okay. It’s okay to not be okay, and it’s okay to reach out for some extra support if you feel that you need or want it – which is exactly what we are going to be taking a look at in today’s blog.

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An open letter about grief

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I hope you’re looking forward to whatever it is today has in store for you ๐Ÿ™‚

Grief isnโ€™t something weโ€™re taught to talk about; however, I think itโ€™s about time that changed. We’re going to be taking a look at some of my thoughts about this in today’s blog.

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Happy Random Acts of Kindness Day 2025

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Kindness is something that we all love to experience in life, wouldn’t you agree? Well, let’s keep that topic in mind as we dive into today’s blog, all about Random Acts of Kindness Day 2025, what it means and how we can celebrate it.

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Let’s Talk About Gratitude…

When was the last time you reflected on what youโ€™re truly grateful for in your life? ๐Ÿค”

Now, that might seem like a simple question, however, taking a moment to genuinely think about it can reveal so much about what matters most to you. Itโ€™s so easy to get caught up in the rush of daily life and overlook the small moments, people, or experiences that bring us joy and fulfilment. We’re going to be taking a closer look at this in today’s blog.

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November 2024 – Male Mental Health Awareness Month

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Every November is Male Mental Health Awareness Month, a special occasion designed to tackle stigmas and encourage much-needed conversations in the mental health space. With this in mind, we are going to be taking a look at why this month is so important in today’s blog.

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What is Gezellig?

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Over the last couple of years, we have explored well-being concepts from all over the world. Following along with that train of thought, we’re going to be delving into the Dutch term, Gezellig, in today’s blog.

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What is Self-Determination Theory?

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Do you ever wonder what motivates us as people? In today’s blog, we’re going to be exploring the psychological concept of the “Self-Determination Theory” – taking a look at what it is, how it impacts us as people and its role in our lives.

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Treat your life like a video game – Tom Adams

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Itโ€™s Tom here, howโ€™s everything going with you lately?

Some of you here will be avid video game players, some of you will play video games occasionally, some of you used to play them, and some of you have never picked up a controller in your life (really?). Regardless of which applies to you, hopefully, youโ€™ll be able to resonate with the message of todayโ€™s blog.

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Let’s talk about stress…

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Stress is something which impacts us all in its own way as we progress through our lives. It’s a topic that is so important to raise awareness of, which is exactly what we’re going to be doing in today’s blog.

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Niksen: The Dutch Art of Doing Nothing – Wise & Shine

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I hope you’re enjoying the lovely sun this weekend ๐Ÿ™‚

Life is flying by us so fast these days, sometimes it’s hard to keep up with everything. This is where wellness concepts like Niksen come into play, helping us to celebrate the art of doing nothing. Let’s take a look at this in a little more detail today for you all.

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Looking to Start Self-Reflecting?

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I’ve spoken quite a lot on the page about the importance of self-reflection, however, I only realised a couple of weeks ago that I’ve never shared my advice for how you can start doing it yourself. Let’s take a closer look at this in today’s blog.

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Riding the Waves: Navigating ADHD with Cycling – Fiefdom Tracklocross

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Last week, I mentioned that I’d love to start exploring neurodiversity here on the page moving forward, so that’s exactly what we’re going to do! Today’s blog is a reblogged post all about the relationship between ADHD and the sport of cycling, let’s jump straight into it:

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What is Sisu?

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Over the last couple of months, we’ve delved into some of the different wellness concepts from across the globe. I love seeing how different cultures interpret the lessons we need to live a healthy life, so with this in mind, we’ll be exploring the Finnish concept of “Sisu” in today’s blog.

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