If you get tired learn to rest, not to quit.
Friday, 3 April 2020
Hey readers,
Sometimes life can be hard right?! Sometimes trying to keep up with the momentum is challenging and you just not getting that buzz to continue. In actual fact, it is damn right hard to keep motivated and it can be quite draining.
It can be so easy to quit because then you don't have to deal with it or need to continue thinking of how you can overcome the obstacle that is so challenging.
I think back to many a time that I have been in this situation but there is one vital lesson I have learned and that it is ok to have a break, you don't need to quit.
The most important thing is to have a rest and not think about the situation.
It can help to have that break as it allows you time to rest and give a chance for creativity to come back to the issue at a later time with a clearer head.
An example of times where I have struggled to overcome obstacles is when I am faced with having the confidence to keep writing or trying to find something new to write for my blog.
This is because I have found during these periods having a break has been really beneficial. I have also found it effective because I can stop trying to think of ideas, therefore, giving my mind a rest.
Sometimes, I have learned that just taking the time to live can give me the inspiration needed to come up with new content for my blog.
This is because I have found during these periods having a break has been really beneficial. I have also found it effective because I can stop trying to think of ideas, therefore, giving my mind a rest.
Sometimes, I have learned that just taking the time to live can give me the inspiration needed to come up with new content for my blog.
So, as you can see having a break can give you a chance to reconnect with that spark of why you wanted to do the thing before you got demotivated.
It can help give you back that focus, so the best thing to do if you want to quit is to have a break first and come back later to see if things change.
It can help give you back that focus, so the best thing to do if you want to quit is to have a break first and come back later to see if things change.
What do you think? Do breaks help you?
Cheers for reading X
How to cope with sleep depreviation
Wednesday, 1 April 2020
Hey readers,
When I was pregnant with my first child I was often told about the struggle I will face of lack of sleep when you become a parent.
But boy they weren't sh*tting me, I didn't take any notice at the time because I was more bothered about finding a place to puke.
The first couple of months is a killer but you can get through it as so many parents have before. Below I share with some of the things that have helped me when I have experienced sleep deprivation.
It is ok to ask for help, let your partner take care of some duties well you have a rest.
Sleep when the baby sleeps, everything else can wait and get sorted out at a later stage.
Make sure that you are eating correctly as food provides energy that you so desperately will need.
Be aware that your environment has changed, you can't do everything and you need to be kind to yourself.
Learn the art of delegation - priorities that are important and need to be done urgently and learn to burn things off. At the end of the day, you can always come back to them at the end of the day.
Sometimes a walk outside can do wonders with getting some fresh air. It is amazing how just a walk around the block can be really beneficial.
It helped me a lot in the early days when I felt like I was going insane looking at the four walls.
I know it is hard to believe but remember there is light at the end of the tunnel and it does get better.
Soon, the baby will grow in the amount of time it sleeps through and before you know it you will experience a night where they sleep a solid seven hours straight and it is bloody amazing. I still remember that first time.
Is there anything that has helped you with sleep deprivation? I would love to hear your thoughts.
Cheers for reading X
Break
Monday, 30 March 2020
Hey readers,
my word of the week is:
because it is the last week of term and I am knackered. I always am but have to say I am a wingy cow, haha!
My eldest did me proud, we have always struggled with homework. He protests every time he hates homework. I encouraged him to do a bit and remind him that once it is done that he then has the rest of the night to play.
Well, he did his homework and then decided he wanted to do all of it. I told him he could do it tomorrow but he was having none of it and wanted to complete it there and then.
Another big achievement for him is he made up all the sentences by himself with no prompt. Now, this may seem like nothing but this child struggles with abstract and thinking ideas without prompts. So, when he did do sentences I was pretty proud of him as I know this is a big challenge for him.
hope you have a lovely Easter.
Cheers for reading X
10 best life tips
Hey readers,
As we get older hopefully we learn and grow insight to improve as a person.
I myself have learnt some things along the way on my journey through life and I thought I would share some of my best life tips.
I myself have learnt some things along the way on my journey through life and I thought I would share some of my best life tips.
1. This lesson IS difficult but if you learn to not be angry and put blame on people you will lead a more fruitful life. Life is a b*tch and there are some God awful people out there.
I have experienced a fair few. But, once I learn to let go of that anger and just accept it, life is much more pleasant. I don't forget the hurt by any stretch of the imagination.
I just let go, untie it from my emotions. The more you hold on to the negative feels they will only fester and bring you down. The more that you don't allow it to influence you means you can enjoy life better.
I have experienced a fair few. But, once I learn to let go of that anger and just accept it, life is much more pleasant. I don't forget the hurt by any stretch of the imagination.
I just let go, untie it from my emotions. The more you hold on to the negative feels they will only fester and bring you down. The more that you don't allow it to influence you means you can enjoy life better.
2. I know people go on about enjoying every second and you should be enjoying it. However, let's face it life is not like that.
Don't put these expectations on, just focus on not taking life too seriously, have a laugh and make happy memories.
Don't put these expectations on, just focus on not taking life too seriously, have a laugh and make happy memories.
3. I know it is cheesy with the whole idea of the power of positivity. I suffer depression but looking at one small thing a day no matter what it is can really help you.
Even for example it is just getting out of bed or leaving the house, that is one step closer to helping yourself move forward.
Even for example it is just getting out of bed or leaving the house, that is one step closer to helping yourself move forward.
4. Enjoy the outdoors and surround yourself with nature - it can really help physically and mentally. Plus it is free, so even if you have no money you can still go out and look at the trees.
5. If you can help people, karma and all that. Plus it is nice to just do something for someone.
6. Don't compare yourself to other people, remember that we are all on our own journey.
You don't know what people are going through, you only see a section of that person especially if it is on social networks like Instagram.
Never forget that comparison is the thieve of joy so instead of worrying about missing out, just focus on your self and what you are doing.
You don't know what people are going through, you only see a section of that person especially if it is on social networks like Instagram.
Never forget that comparison is the thieve of joy so instead of worrying about missing out, just focus on your self and what you are doing.
7. Write down goals - small or big get them down physically on the paper and see where you can make improvements. Small steps lead to better destinations.
It can help if you are in a negative frame of mind to work on something that you can focus but also check in each month to see how far you have progressed.
This can help make it feel more real and concrete giving you that well-earned boast that you deserve.
8. Make sure you get some sleep because it really does help give a clear mind to think.
9. If in doubt or you don't want to do something, do micro-tasks that lead to the bigger goal. This can help you feel less overwhelmed and in the long run, be more productive.
10. Make sure you are on top of your emails. Go through them each day and delete the unnecessary ones.
What life lessons have you learnt along the way of your journey?
Cheers for reading X
Easter Cornflake cakes Recipe.
Wednesday, 25 March 2020
Hey readers,
Looking to do something with a young child over the Easter holidays then you need to check out this simple recipe.
Ingredients.
* 50g of butter.
* 100g of milk or dark chocolate.
* 100g cornflakes.
* 3tbsp of golden syrup.
* Mini eggs (for decoration).
*Cupcake cases (my Easter themed ones come from Poundland and they have decorative pictures on a stick that can stick in the cake).
Method.
1. Measure out the ingredients.
2. Melt the butter and chocolate, one at a time in the microwave.
3. In a bowl place the corn flakes, add the golden syrup, chocolate and butter. Mix all together so the cornflakes get all covered in the chocolate mix.
4. Pour the mix into cupcake holders (o got my Easter themed ones from Poundland). Stick the decorative sticks in if you have some.
5. Place a couple of mini eggs in the middle.
6. Place the cakes on a tray and put them in the fridge for a good couple of hours or until set.
7. Voila there you easter cakes.
Enjoy.
Cheers for reading X
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