- Powered by
- WordPress
-
5 Strategies for Handling Passive Aggression
Have you ever had to deal with a coworker, friend or family member who appears to have a problem but when asked about it, they swear everything is fine? They are likely passive-aggressive. I recently ran into an issue with a co-worker who was upset and acted out subtly before I realised how upset they…
-
My Journey Into the World of Coding – 06.
If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again It’s been a minute. I can’t say if I’m a more skilled coder now than when I wrote the last post. I have learnt that success is not instant and that sometimes, returning to the beginning is okay. The main difference now is that there’s a…
-
Unpacking the Impact: How the Rising Cost of Living Crisis Is Fueling Stress
The cost of living crisis is where essential goods and services, such as food, housing, and healthcare, increase significantly, making it more difficult for people to afford basic necessities. This can lead to financial strain, reduced purchasing power, and difficulty in standard of living. Here are 5 ways that the cost of living crisis is…
-
Dealing with negative feelings
What strategies do you use to cope with negative feelings? To answer this question, we need to consider what negative feelings are. The most common negative emotions are: We live in a world where everything is fast-paced and there is no time for us to take a minute to figure out how we feel. This…
-
Are Mental Health Apps Helping or Harming Users? Exploring the Debate
Mental health is at the forefront of society more than ever today. Most of us battle stress daily, including at home and work. The stigma of admitting to feeling anxious or depressed has lessened somewhat, but many people still struggle to receive adequate care and treatment. With our lives becoming more and more digital, apps…
-
What is a dream job anyway?
The short answer: a screenwriter/novelist. The long answer: My novel eludes me (writing is hard!) and like many people, I’m working a job that pays my bills but doesn’t necessarily let me flex my creative muscles. I do get to write on this blog at least, and I am always working on something, but getting…
-
Reducing clutter in your life
The short answer: EVERYWHERE. The long answer: is still everywhere. Every time I go shopping or look online, I come across at least one product that leaves me wondering about the state of the world. Consumerism is everywhere and people are willing buyers whether they know it. From Amazon to eBay to Shein and now…
-
Bloganuary – Jan 12th
Based on my most recent post, a large handful of sweet and salty popcorn!
-
The Big Question – 07 – Is binge-watching problematic?
Is binge-watching problematic? I was catching up with a TV show recently and fell headfirst into a fictional world of costumes and questionable wigs. I wondered about the characters, replaying scenes in my mind, and eventually, I binge-watched the entire show run in about a week. Why was I unable to pace myself? What compels…
Purplexed Science 