12 mistakes students make when it comes to exams and how to avoid them
Mistakes are an inevitable part of the learning process. But if you keep making the same mistakes over and over, it can be demoralising. In this article, I share 12 common mistakes students make when preparing for exams, and what you can do to avoid making them. But let me be clear, this article isn’t […]
Why trying harder doesn’t usually cut it
I’ve had many great conversations while sitting in the hairdresser’s chair. The other day, I was getting my haircut when my hairdresser told me something her 15-year-old son had said. His words took her completely by surprise. He said: “Mum, I need to try harder this year.” I hear those words a lot. Try harder. […]
A simple practice that will change your life
I’ve developed a simple but powerful morning practice that has changed me. It has made me a calmer, better focused, happier, more mentally flexible, and creative person. It takes anywhere from 20 to 45 minutes to do this practice, but trust me, this morning practice is time well spent. It usually feels hard at first, […]
The Hot Chip Effect: Small Behaviours, Big Impacts
My first car was a dilapidated Suzuki Swift. But just to be clear – this car wasn’t in bad shape when I first got it. I turned this car into a jalopy through neglect and ignoring basic warning signs. Whenever I gave my friends a lift in this car, I remember that they always […]