I feel like I've changed a lot over the last couple of years - I got confident enough to leave my marriage and to allow myself to take a chance again in a new relationship and I am happier than I've been in a long time. It wasn't easy though so I thought I'd share a few ways that might help you to build up your own confidence. Boosting your confidence and self esteem can be a game-changer, not just for your personal relationships but also for skyrocketing your career. It’s true that the most successful people are often the ones with bucketfuls of both, so clearly, they represent something to … [Read more...]

More and more employers these days are offering their employees the chance to join the 'Bike to Work' scheme - mine included. I'm a huge fan of the scheme and have a bike that I paid for using it so today, I thought I'd tell you all you need to know about the scheme. I bought a second hand bike a few years ago after I realised how much I enjoyed riding my exercise bike but I was so disappointed after my first couple of rides because I felt like it was ridiculously hard work just riding around the block so I relegated the bike to the back of the garage and went back to my exercise … [Read more...]

This year has been a hard year.I started to feel ill between Christmas and New Year and by New Years Eve, I was on the phone to the Doctors because I was so poorly with a chest infection. They gave me some tablets and I started to feel a little better by the middle of January with just a niggling cough that wouldn't go away. Fast forward a month and I started to feel worse again with the cough getting so severe that the Doctor I saw described it in his notes as being 'severe and violent'.I got worse and the cough was making me sick several times a day and definitely stopping me … [Read more...]

 This post is a collaboration with TV Licensing (a trademark of the BBC), but all thoughts and experiences are my own.Memorable TV MomentsI don't know about you but there are TV moments that I can look back on and feel like they impacted me in some way - whether in the short-term giving me the feels kind way or in the longer term, making a difference in life kind of way.I thought I'd share a few of these moments with you today starting with a bit of a warm and fluffy one. Interview with Tommy Lawrence I can't remember when I first saw the example I'm about to share … [Read more...]

When was the last time you fully stopped to embrace the nature around you?By surrounding yourself with nature, it becomes easier to switch off, unwind, and feel relaxed, whilst also giving kids (and grown-ups) the opportunity to run around and let off some steam while exploring their surroundings. Wherever you’re going for your family holidays UK, here are just a few ways you can embrace nature on your next family adventure, whether you’re headed near the coast or more inland.Take a walk There's nothing better than fully immersing yourself in the great outdoors. Come rain or … [Read more...]

For renters, leaving a property in pristine condition is crucial to ensuring the return of your security deposit. Landlords often require a deep clean before they will release the deposit, making thorough cleaning a top priority as your lease ends.Properly addressing this task can prevent disputes and additional charges, which can be a significant financial burden. This article provides deep cleaning tips specifically tailored for renters, aimed at helping you leave your rental property spotless. By following these guidelines, you can maximise your chances of getting your full … [Read more...]