why I’m seriously devastated that I’ve only just discovered SRSLY

Since the start of the holidays, I have been making my way through the back catalogue of my favourite podcast, The High Low Show, hosted by the brilliant duo of journalists: Dolly Alderton and Pandora Sykes. I listen to it when I'm getting ready in the morning, when I'm walking from my house to meet…

my thoughts on… promising young women by caroline o’donoghue

I first came across the Irish writer Caroline O'Donoghue when I was listening to one of my favourite podcasts on a morning run. For a brilliant episode titled 'How to Write That Novel', O'Donoghue was a guest on the sensational 'Nobody Panic', a light-hearted audio guidebook to adulthood hosted by the hilarious comedians Stevie Martin…

my favourite podcasts

I have already written about my love for podcasts on this blog, subtly sliding them into other posts when discussing running and self care. I don't ever really stop listening to them and am always plugged in when walking to school, jogging and before I go to sleep. They keep me focused, cheer me up,…

why I love running

Every January, the path I run along is packed. Everyone I pass is enthusiastic and focusing on their New Years resolutions to get fit. Yet, inevitably, about a month later, it is back to normal and there are only a few runners that fly by. I always think this is such a shame. Running has…

a november update

Life has been hectic. So so hectic. I wish I could purchase a pause button and just take a break as everything feels a little bit overwhelming at the moment. I'm waiting for offers/ rejections from universities and the anticipation is more frustrating than anything I have ever experienced before. All I can do is…

how to focus on your wellbeing

The idea of self-care and focusing on your mentality has exploded as a concept in the past few months. It is the act of maintaining, developing and improving your wellbeing and mindfulness. It includes activities that express your individuality in order to concentrate on yourself and your thoughts. It is nourishing your body, changing your…