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 […]
How to mentally and physically prepare yourself for an exam
Exams are an intense experience. This means you need to prepare yourself mentally and physically for them. You can work so hard to memorise large quantities of information for an exam, but if you’re not mentally and physically prepared, all that hard work can sadly go to waste. When it comes time to take your […]
The science of behaviour change: Change your life with these easily actionable tweaks
Want to change your behaviour/life for the better? Then it’s time to make a few small tweaks to your lifestyle. Below are 15 scientifically proven strategies that can help you change any behaviour. 1. Re-engineer your environment Simple changes to your environment can help nudge you towards engaging in particular behaviours. For example, a year […]
Avoiding the Compare and Despair Cycle: Simple Ways to Boost your Confidence and Wellbeing
No one likes a Debbie Downer. Yet, everyday millions of us engage in behaviours that routinely mess with our mood. Here’s what you do: 1. You login to Facebook or Instagram 2. You mindlessly scroll through your feed 3. You repeat this behaviour several times a day It seems harmless, right? You’re just checking social […]