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4 Podcast Episodes That Will Inspire You
Podcasts are something that brings so much happiness to my life. Not only for entertainment but for inspiration too. As they're not visual I don't find they sway my own creativity in any way. Which is something I find can easily happen when browsing through an awesome website. I've got 5 of my favourite podcast episodes to share with you today that will hopefully inspire you.
How To Perfect Your Own Work-Life Balance Without Burning Out
There is no such thing as the perfect work-life balance. It doesn't exist. Life is busy and it constantly changes so our balance is constantly shifted from one thing to another. One of my biggest concerns, when it comes managing everything, is making sure that I don't become burnt out. Going through a burn out sucks, it takes you away from every aspect of your life. But it's something we can try and avoid by living a balanced life by our own admissions. Here are some of my favourite things to bear in mind when it comes to tackling the elusive work-life balance.
What I've Been Wearing: Spring
The days are finally feeling a little warmer and I for one couldn't be happier. Whilst I enjoy the cosiness that A/W brings I'm so much more content when I'm able to wear fewer layers and be a bit more experimental with my outfits. Here are some of my favourite ensembles that I've been wearing throughout the first few months of Spring.
20 Fail-Safe Ways To Get Out Of A Funk
We all get in a funk from time to time. Often or not there won't be one reason for it and our mood has just dropped it a little. But it's never fun to not feel like yourself. So here are 20 of my favourite fail-safe ways to get myself out of a serious funk.
How To Tackle Your Life Admin Like A Pro
When you get older you start becoming aware of just how admin comes with being an adult. And even though it's one of the things that we all like to put off it still needs doing at some point. As I'm a big lover of organisation and everything that comes along with it I thoroughly enjoy my life admin. But I know it's not a love that is shared by everyone. So even if it's something that you dread here's a few ways to tackle your life admin like a pro.
Save & Splurge: Style Edition
A few weeks ago I covered the beauty areas that I like to save & splurge on. And today I wanted to cover the topic of style. As I've developed my personal style over the years I've found the areas that I personally like to spend that bit more and where I'm totally happy to save. Something that is important to cover is that in general. I don't spend a huge amount on clothes. So it all depends on what you consider expensive. anything above the £25 is something I consider a splurge item.
Creating Your Own Stock Library
Something that I've been working on for a really long time is creating my own stock library. And as a blogger, I think it's something that can work incredibly well for your creative process. Unless you can dedicate 100% of your time to your blog. Having images that can be used multiple times and be versatile for posts. Is something that can save so much time in the long run. It can also help you to keep your branding and aesthetic cohesive. Whilst there are stock libraries out there that you can use. Having your own means you can do whatever you want with the images. As those libraries come with restrictions. Here are a few tips to create your own stock library and a few things to think about.
How To Fake Looking Awake & Healthy
When we're tired or unwell. It instantly shows in our skin. And when you already feel terrible you probably don't want it to showing to the outside world. Faking looking awake and healthy can be pretty doable with the right beauty products in tow. Here is my fail safe beauty rota that helps me fake a healthy glow with ease.
Hey, It's Ok To Fail
The topic of failure isn't a nice one. As someone who in general has a lot of pride. I know how difficult it can be to admit something isn't quite going my way. But when something doesn't work out for someone and they take the courage to share it. Whether it be online or in real life it can have such a huge impact on our own life. Of course, hearing about people's successes is incredible and always inspiring. But sometimes their failures can be just as inspiring too. Here are some of the best lessons I've learnt from failing.