O for Open Your Mind to New Opportunities

An image of a side profile of a head drawn out of chalk on a chalk board. There is a key and an open lock drawn in the brain representing someone opening their mind. The words read 'The Z to A of Life Skills'.

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 […]

S is for Smile: Smile Every Day

A group of 5 people, a mix of men and women all huddle in a group with the heads touching with big beaming smiles on their faces. The text reads over the image 'The Z to A of Life Skills'

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 […]

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

A photo of a person holding a book with the words' Brand Building' on the cover.

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 […]

C is for Comfort Zone

We all enjoy doing things that we feel comfortable doing, so staying inside our comfort zone is easy. But are we limiting ourselves by doing this? So, what is a comfort zone? A comfort zone is a psychological state where a person feels safe, secure, and comfortable. It is a place where individuals participate in […]

Y is for Your Life, Not Someone Else’s

Do you suffer from CWS? That’s Celebrity Worship Syndrome, a recently identified psychological condition. It is believed that one in three people are so obsessed with someone in the public eye that the obsession affects their daily life. Psychologists at the University of Leicester say that the number of sufferers with some form of CWS, or […]

K is for Kiss – Kiss and Make up

Earlier this week was Valentine’s Day. So, on the topic of love, let’s talk about the relationships we have – the ones we have with others and ourselves. All of us, throughout our lives, will fall out or have disagreements with friends, colleagues, or acquaintances. It isn’t a fun experience, but it will happen to […]

T is for Time – Time to Talk

It’s time to talk – talk about mental health.  On 2nd February is #TimeToTalk Day, the Nation’s biggest mental health conversation.  It advocates making space in your day to talk about mental health, and at Future Toolbox, we couldn’t agree more. Everyone struggles with mental health, so why aren’t we talking about it? There seems to be a […]