Tiny habits to boost your energy and vitality

I used to spend a lot of time on the road driving from school to school. While I always kept an eye on the amount of petrol in the tank, I also needed to pay close attention to my own personal energy levels. It was important to avoid pushing myself past empty and depleting my […]

Developing a mind mapping practice

  Many people find it hard to sit down and start mind mapping. When you start using this strategy, it can feel clunky and awkward. It requires some mental effort to get going. Why can it feel hard to start mind mapping? Because it isn’t a habit (not yet, anyway). But once mind mapping becomes […]

How to master using a treadmill desk

Have you ever purchased a piece of exercise equipment or an appliance only to have it sit in its packaging for months, maybe even years, going unused? Years ago, I was gifted a treadmill. Within days of receiving this treadmill, I had converted it into a walking desk. I was super excited by the possibility […]

My goal setting pep talk for students

Students often cringe when they hear two words: goal setting. I understand this cringe factor. In high school, goal setting felt forced. I’d think, “Why are they making me do this?” and “What’s the point?”. However, once I got to university, I realised that goals are a helpful life strategy. In this article, I want […]