Cleaning motivation when you need it most. And for me, that’s most days 🙂 As a home educating mum of four and not much natural know-how when it comes to keeping home, I need this. And I’m sure I’m not …
The trouble with worrying (and what to do instead)
The trouble with worrying… Worrying is like a rocking chair, it gives you something to do but it gets you nowhere. Erma Bombeck Worry’s been worming it’s way into my life of late. And maybe yours too? From personal health …
Soothing quotes for scary times
You know what would be helpful? A little light. – Anakin Skywalker. The Clone Wars. Today I’m sharing some soothing quotes for scary times. For those moments when fear starts taking over. Worry worming into our hearts and panic pulling …
12 Martin Luther King quotes on taking a kinder path
In celebration of Martin Luther King day, 12 quotes on taking a kinder path for freedom, for peace and for love, from the man himself… As my sufferings mounted I soon realized that there were two ways in which I …
10 benefits of making mistakes
‘That which does not kill us makes us stronger.’ Friedrich Nietzsche We all make mistakes. And mostly, we all wish we didn’t. Yet maybe there are benefits of making mistakes we should celebrate. Just as a mild illness or infection …
Who left the dog poo? Who, who, who..?
In which I ponder the modern obsession with dog poo. Who left the dog poo and why? And what this has this to do with taking a kinder path. Firstly I hope you’re all singing your hearts out just like …
Step up your fitness level with the best walking workouts on YouTube.
Walking workouts are a wonderful way to show ourselves some gentle loving kindness. Walking is a simple, free and easy way to keep fit and healthy. It’s a great way to spend time with family and friends and immerse ourselves …
My reading goals for 2019 (and why you might be interested)
In which I share my reading goals for 2019 and the progress I’ve made so far (Feb update). And consider why sharing our goals can boost our chances of achieving them. So I’ve decided to share my 2019 reading goals. I know, it’s already February. And …
4 Decluttering challenges to conquer that clutter once and for all.
Desperate to declutter? Then take a look at these 4 practical decluttering challenges to set you and your home up for a happier and healthier 2019. Our homes should be a place of comfort and rest. A haven from the …
Instead of resolutions : 6 ways to build better habits
*UPDATED FOR 2022* The promise of a shiny new year brings so many possibilities. A time to reflect on our lives, consider our priorities and make plans for the future. There’s something special about opening up a new calendar, all …
Dealing with conflict at Christmas : taking a kinder path
Sometimes, some people can really rub us up the wrong way. And there are moments when, consumed with our own thoughts, we’re more prone to taking other people’s offhand comments way too personally. Some days calm and kind feels natural …
Why kindness is the ultimate superpower.
Kindness can be loud and proud, an exuberant gesture of extreme generosity that wows a crowd. Or quiet and gentle, an unseen act melting the hearts of a solitary someone touched by tenderness. Sometimes mistaken for a weakness or condemned …