Forget new year-new you, fad diets and crazy exercise routines – January should be a time for resetting after the busy festive season and preparing ourselves for the onslaught of a new year. Doing nothing is something we all need to do more of. Switching off in this way allows us to forget about the …
One of the most exquisite pleasures in my experience has always been having time at home without a to-do list. To enjoy the sanctuary that comforts me, rejuvenates me and allows me to dream so that when I do step outside into the world I can do, seek and produce, is one of the things …
One of the most exquisite pleasures is having time at home without a to-do list. To enjoy the sanctuary that comforts me rejuvenates me and allows me to dream so that when I do step outside into the world I can do, seek and produce. 1. Cook at home Find simple, yet delicious recipes and …
Productivity isn’t about doing more; it’s about making more use of your time. And to be productive, you need to have a good system in place. To upgrade your systems, ask: What’s annoying about how I capture my ideas, thoughts, notes and tasks? What’s frustrating about organising my ideas, thoughts, notes and tasks? How …
In our society, there’s an underlying expectation to go, go, go. Rest is considered indulgent, and most people feel guilty when taking a minute for themselves – I know I feel guilty when I am not productive and doing stuff. Making time for rest can recharge your ability to deal with commitments, relationships and impact …
With so much on the go, and only 24 hours a day, how do you make the best of your time? How do you simplify your life and make it easier, while still completing all your tasks and finding some time to enjoy your life in the process? As smartphones have already become an inevitable part of our lives (and …
Over the past few years, I’ve been taking massive steps to simplify and make life easier – and this morning, as I scribbled a gratitude list in my journal, I realised just how far I’ve come. I won’t say I’ve got a lot on my plate as I try only to commit to doing things …
In today’s world, we are all so used to being constantly connected, that most of us are almost never without our phones. I know that I am personally guilty of spending way too much time on my gadgets. Being distracted by every notification means that I’m not always as present as I could be with …
Life’s changing seasons oftentimes require us to re-prioritise our goals, values, projects and tasks. Some seasons bring our life into very clear focus and others leave us mumbling around a bit. Things that once seemed so important in one season of life can quickly become insignificant in a new season of life. Different planning, organisation …
Does your current morning routine consist of hitting the snooze button four times and walking out the door five minutes later as you put on your shoes and eat a protein bar, all while checking email on your phone? From that point on, our entire day can feel like we’re always trying to rush and …
