O for Open Your Mind to New Opportunities

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September is soon upon us, and it is the start of a new season that beckons us to embrace the possibilities that lie ahead. It’s a time to welcome new opportunities into your life and open your mind to exciting ventures. Opening your mind helps you find new chances and opportunities that can positively impact your life and […]

F is for Focus: Focus on your Future 

Hurray, the anticipation is finally over! The moment has arrived for students nationwide to receive their A-level and GCSE results. It’s a time filled with excitement, nervousness, and hope for what the future holds. As the grades are revealed, students must remember that these results are not the end-all, be-all. Instead, they should be viewed […]

S is for Smile: Smile Every Day

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In our fast-paced and often stressful world, it’s easy to get caught up in the negative aspects of our lives. However, it’s important to remember that happiness is a choice. You have the power to shape your own reality and find something to smile about each day. Just like the saying, “Stop and smell the […]

P is for Passion – Discovering your Path to Happiness

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Are you passionate about what you do? In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly brings us joy and satisfaction. We often get caught up in our daily routines, obligations, and responsibilities, leaving little time to focus on ourselves and our happiness. However, by finding and nurturing our passions, we can […]

C is for Celebrate – Celebrate Your Successes

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Are you remembering to celebrate yourself? Amongst the hustle and bustle of our fast-paced lives, it’s easy to get caught up in the pressure to achieve more. We often find ourselves focusing on what’s ahead, the next goal to conquer, the next challenge to face. While ambition and progress are essential, it’s equally important to […]

E is for Evolve

Are you in control of your future? It is a good idea to reflect on who you are, and where you want to be in life. Life is a journey, and becoming a better person is an everyday goal. The desire to become the best version of yourself is a natural human aspiration. While you […]

N is for Nice – Be Nice for the Sake of Being Nice

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Today’s world is full of opportunities to be negative and knock someone else’s achievements, viewpoints, status etc. The question is, why? Doesn’t creating harmony, positivity and celebration seem a better way to move things forward. A few years ago, we flew home from a backpacking trip around India. Our seats were in the centre aisle […]

B is for Build Your Brand

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Do you want to stand out from the crowd?  With the summer in full swing and the exam season over, it is the perfect time to do something for you and embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. It is good to enjoy a break, but instead of idly lounging by the pool or spending […]

C is for Continuous Learning

In the fast-paced world we live in, where time flies and deadlines loom, it’s easy to get caught up in the routine of our daily lives. However, every day presents you with a unique chance to expand your knowledge and skills by continuously learning. It gives you the freedom to change your story, thoughts, and […]

R is for Reflect

As we find ourselves at the halfway point of the year, it’s time to kick back, take a breather, and reflect on all we’ve done so far. Now that the exam period is over, we can indulge in some quality me-time and contemplate what we’ve accomplished and what we could do differently moving forward. What […]