Some days are a struggle and make you want to be anything but grateful. Sometimes, everything goes wrong from the moment you wake up in the morning. Other times, you’re just sick, discouraged and done with the world. Negative events and emotions keep piling up, and you find yourself in a vicious circle of negativity. […]
Personal Development
Personal development is a vast topic, but it basically just answers the question: how can I lead a happier life and be more successful? And this is what this category is about. Discover how to make the right choices, overcome limiting beliefs and find happiness in everyday life. And so much more! Just dive in and start reading.
How to leave your comfort zone with IBS and anxiety
In my experience, articles about personal development tend to suggest one thing: stepping out of your comfort zone. And while I absolutely see the benefit of that, leaving my comfort zone when I have IBS and anxiety can feel very daunting. Sure, it’s great to try new things, meet new people and expand your horizon. […]
4 Easy Ways To Get Out Of A Rut
You’ve read hundreds of blog posts on personal development. You’ve tried implementing all the good habits. But despite seeming like you have it together on the outside, you secretly feel like you’re going nowhere. Here you are, stuck in a rut. Following the same old routine day in, day out. Having no idea how to […]
5 easy ways to save money in everyday life
Reducing your spending habits to save money can be overwhelming. Whether you’re saving for a house, or retirement, or just in case: the whole world of finances can feel overpowering when you have no idea what you’re doing. I’m just a simple girl who loves fashion and the occasional take-out meal. I don’t know anything […]
Success is overrated. Or do we just define it wrong?
Success is overrated. In our society, we’re often measured by certain achievements and milestones. Someone who’s good at school will have an easier time imagining a bright future than someone who struggles. Going to university, finding a job that pays well: all that we use to determine how successful we are in life. As employees, […]
3 reasons to let go of old goals
What do you do when a goal you’ve been aspiring to no longer feels right? Giving up an old goal can leave you feeling defeated. Like you didn’t make it. But here are 3 very good reasons why letting go of old goals can be not only right, but also necessary. 1. Values change over […]
How to practice self-care correctly (and actually feel better)
Oh, self-care. The thing everyone and their dog talk about. The magic ingredient that supposedly makes everyone’s life happy and care-free… But what is self-care, and how do you practice it? Self-care – the Pinterest/Instagram way If you ever fell into the self-care Pinterest hole, you’ve probably spent hours researching different self-care ideas. Ranging from […]
5 tips to help you get through hard times
Do you know that feeling when you should be happy but there is something wrong in an otherwise perfect picture? I was there when writing this post, when I just had given birth to my first baby (don’t ask why it took me a year to edit and publish it). After having my son, I […]
How to be productive when you have no purpose
It’s easy to be productive when you have a goal, a sense of purpose. But what if you don’t? What if your future stretches before you like a limitless desert? How can you be productive then, and more importantly, what for? Productivity for productivity’s sake doesn’t make sense. Being productive should serve a purpose. Bring you […]
5 Ways To Invest In Yourself
As the famous investor Warren Buffet once said, the best investment you can make is in yourself. Of course, saving up a percentage of your income every month and investing in stocks is a great way to increase your financial security. But are you also dedicating time to nurture your mental and physical wellbeing? Whether […]
How to forgive yourself for your past mistakes
This article is for all of you who sometimes lie awake at night, wondering where you would be now if you hadn’t made all those wrong turns. Wondering if you will ever be able to forgive yourself for your past mistakes. The times you showed the worst version of yourself. The times you failed miserably. […]
How to recognise and avoid self-sabotage
Do you sometimes feel like the world is against you? Like no one understands or cares about your needs? Like you spend your time being there for others, but almost feel unworthy of being there for yourself? The good news is: that’s something that you can change by working on your mindset. The bad news: […]
5 powerful reasons to stop fear from holding you back
Have you ever been so afraid of a change that you let the fear hold you back? Did you stay in a job you didn’t love, a relationship that didn’t feel right, because you didn’t want to make things even worse? If yes, then you’re not alone. Fear is something that everyone experiences. The fear of […]
How Implementing a Growth Mindset can Change Your Life
Ever heard of a growth mindset but not sure what it means? It could be the key you’ve been looking for to change your life and change your mindset today. A growth mindset is all within your control and you may even have it already. What is a Growth Mindset? A growth mindset is a […]
5 simple ways to add self-care into every day
We live in a world where being busy seems to be everyone’s goal. If you’re not working, you’re wasting your time. Who the heck can focus on self-care every day? The answer is: you can. We all can. Because if we don’t take the time to take care of ourselves, we won’t have enough energy to […]
How to deal with self-criticism on unproductive days
No matter how many productivity tips I post on this website, I still always get the same question: what can I do if I just can’t manage to be productive? The truth is, we’re not made to always be productive. But how do you deal with self-criticism on unproductive days? Lately, I’ve been struggling a […]