Apologising can be difficult. Especially when we have hurt someone we care about. It feels pretty bad to know we’ve hurt someone, regardless of our intentions. Feeling guilty and sheepish for our negative behaviour is sometimes a natural consequence of…
Happiness is something that we all strive for. The pursuit of happiness is a natural human tendency, and it’s natural to want to feel good and experience positive emotions. However, the pursuit of happiness can sometimes be elusive. It’s easy…
In today’s consumer-driven society, it’s easy to get caught up in the cycle of buying and accumulating more and more stuff. The ‘more is more’ mindset is taught to us in almost every area of capitalist society. If it’s not…
In a society that places a high value on success and material wealth, it’s easy to believe that money is the most important factor in our lives. There has never been more pressure to be wealthy, grow a business, or…
In a world where social media and a constant stream of images and information, it’s easy to fall into the trap of comparing ourselves to others. There has never been more access to images and stories about the most talented,…
Why should I set new year’s resolutions? It’s that time of year again when many people set their new year’s resolutions. It’s also the time when many people start doubting their ability to maintain the revolutionary changes they hope to…
Why should I do a yearly review? Doing a yearly review is all about taking the time to reflect on how the past year has gone. It helps you to see how your expectations and goals were met (or not!).…
Why do the holidays feel so difficult? For a lot of people, the end of year festive season isn’t the picture perfect, hallmark movie experience that it is sometimes made out to be. Family, end of year work pressures, obligations…
Whether you’re trying to think of something to give your local minimalist, or maybe you are the local minimalist thinking about how to navigate the tradition of gift-giving, the festive season can bring a little bit of anxiety. The first…
What do you want? Knowing what you want in a relationship is the first step to actually having it. Clearly identifying the traits you look for in a person helps you clarify your own feelings. It can help give you…
There’s a lot of momentum in the sustainability movement today. And rightfully so. We have an important role to play in preventing irreversible damage to our environment. As individuals, we need to ensure we look after our planet for our…
Why should I measure my progress? When you’re on your self-development journey there are so many things you can do to improve your life. Unfortunately, almost all of these will require discipline, time and energy. It can feel a little…
