The question you should ALWAYS ask before any conversation

The question you should ALWAYS ask before any conversation

I had a conversation with a family member this weekend. They’ll remain nameless to avoid any upset. The conversation started because said family member, let’s call them ‘ET’, wanted to ‘have it out’ with someone close to them whose...
Having fun for fun’s sake

Having fun for fun’s sake

When was the last time you did something fun? Not for anyone else, not because your friend needed a wing-women, or because there was an offer on at your favourite spa. When was the last time you did something totally fun, with no strings, just because you could and it...
When was the last time you smelled the roses?

When was the last time you smelled the roses?

I was walking my dog yesterday, which, aside from still trying to figure out how to curb her barking insanely at anything she doesn’t recognise (advice in the comments please), is actually a very pleasant experience. Especially since I’ve now pretty much...
What to do when you’re scared

What to do when you’re scared

I’ll let you in on a secret, I used to live my entire life in fear. Of course back then I called in anxiety. It was the ‘in’ word at the time. I was anxious about everything – work, chores, friends, boyfriends, family, food, even minor changes...
Choosing to put yourself in harm’s way

Choosing to put yourself in harm’s way

This week I sort of moved back in with my parents. At thirty-one years old. Into my childhood room, which I spent the whole of last weekend clearing out of fifteen years of accumulated memories and junk (in equal measure). To make room for a two-bed house’s...