How Writing Helped My Voice Find Confidence

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Five months ago, I stood up to deliver my first-ever bit of public speaking at the Henley Business School. We’re going to be taking a look at that, and how writing helped me find my voice in today’s blog.

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Sweeney’s Stories – The Metal Box

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I have always been fascinated by stories, whether reading them, listening to them or actively telling them. With this in mind, I want to tell you a story in today’s blog, one that is very personal to me, for I wouldn’t be here today without it.

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Six years of blogging, what’s changed?

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Six years. Over 600 blogs. Thousands of words, stories, lessons, and fantastic people I’ve met along the way. We’re going to be reflecting on these last couple of years and how they’ve shaped me into who I am to this day in today’s blog.

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The “Ask Twice” Model

“How are you doing?”

It’s a question we ask all the time – at work, in passing or with friends. However, how often do you actually expect to hear an honest answer? 🧐

With this in mind, we’re going to be exploring what some people refer to as the “Ask Twice” model in today’s blog. So, without further ado, let’s get into it.

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Goodbye Dear Stranger – Poem

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I wanted to write a poem to you today called “Goodbye Dear Stranger”. It’s all about two people who meet on a cold winter’s night, and how their connection takes them on a journey from mere strangers to good friends. I hope you enjoy giving it a read!

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Merry Christmas Everyone!

Ho-Ho-hello everyone!

I hope you’re well and are having a fantastic start to a very festive week ahead 🙂

Today is the 23rd of December, so you know that means, there are only two days left until Christmas 2024. Personally, I love this time of year – we’ll take a look at some of the things I’m looking forward to in today’s blog.

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Why We’re All Works in Progress (And Why That’s Okay)

“Human beings are works in progress that mistakenly think they are finished.” – David Brooks

I came across the above quote a couple of weeks ago and it’s really stuck with me. After having a bit more time to reflect on it, I thought that the quote could make for a good blog here on the page, which is exactly why we are going to be exploring it in today’s blog 🙂

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What is Egoism?

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Over the last couple of years, I’ve loved exploring different philosophical and psychological concepts from all over the world. With this in mind, we’re going to delve into the ethical theory of ‘Egoism’ in today’s blog.

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I don’t have all the answers…

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One of the biggest lessons I have learnt over the last couple of years is that, while I don’t and will not have all the answers to life’s many questions, that’s okay. This is what we will be taking a closer look at in today’s blog.

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My June Trip to London

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Last weekend, I travelled to London for what has got to be one of the best trips I have had there so far. We’ll take a look at some of what I did during the weekend in today’s blog, so without further ado, let’s get into it.

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Happy May Bank Holiday Weekend!

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The first May Bank Holiday has arrived already, can you believe it?! I love using these long weekends to switch off and relax before returning to our normal lives next week. We’re going to be taking a look at some of my thoughts for this bank holiday in today’s blog.

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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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Let’s talk about self-reflection…

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Over the last couple of years, I have loved learning more about mindfulness and self-reflection, the different ways we can do them, and the immense value they create in our lives. We’re going to be taking a closer look at this in today’s blog, as we dive into the world of self-reflection.

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Happy New Year Everyone!!

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Happy New Year!! 2024 is finally upon us can you believe it? In today’s blog, we’re going to be taking a look at some of my thoughts for the ear ahead, as we say goodbye to 2023 and hello to a brand new set of 365 days full of opportunities, experiences and ways to grow.

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Goodbye Grampa…

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On the 22nd of November 2023, my beloved grandfather, James (Jimmy) Edward Sweeney, sadly passed away. I want to continue exploring the topic of grief with you all here on the page, so that’s what we are going to do in today’s blog.

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