Ideas on life, writing & personal development from a full-time writer, localization specialist & language enthusiast living in Germany.
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Do you feel trapped by your own life?
Anxious, burnt out & listless?
You know you're meant for something more, but you never quite get anywhere.
You can change everything, starting right now. Here's how:
Go slower to go faster.
Racing drivers know it, marathon runners know it, but do you?
Somewhere between wanting to be a perfect parent, partner & person, I forgot the part about slowing down...
Now I have to pump the brakes so I can take care of myself.
Since moving, it's been amazing to have a room to use as an office.
Having a set space for focus is so much better than working from a table in the living room!
Environmental boundaries matter as much as emotional boundaries.
Where can you improve?
The art of journaling isn’t just about putting pen to paper; it’s a voyage into the depths of your mind. A journey where each word can untangle thoughts, making room for clarity and peace.
Have you traveled these depths today? 📖✍️
New skills, better habits & a stronger self don’t appear overnight.
It takes time, effort, struggle, failure, discipline, commitment & repetition to change who you are.
So don’t get downcast.
Take good actions & you’ll get there one step at a time.
Embracing a growth mindset isn't just about celebrating the wins. It's about valuing the lessons in every setback. Take a moment today to reflect on a recent challenge - what did it teach you? Growth is hidden in unexpected places. Keep evolving.
Spent the morning chasing my daughter round the play area in a science museum.
Seeing the world through the eyes of a child, everything is fascinating.
Curiosity never killed the cat. It’s the path to new discoveries.
Stay curious.
Afternoon pick me up.
This is my favorite coffee in Munich ☕️ have to drink it at least once per trip.
They have a tiny shop at the Viktualienmarkt but they’re making coffee from dawn til dusk every day.
Great lesson in finding what you love & then doing it properly.
Every day is a chapter in the book of life.
Yesterday's mistakes are merely lessons, not sentences.
Start fresh today. Write a page worth remembering.
After 2 months on Huel, I'm delighted by the price benefits (less than 6 euros / day for 2 meals & a snack vs. 15 euro lunches), but I'm getting bored of drinking powder.
It's a fun experiment, but I like eating real food, especially with savory or salty flavors!
If you have a 9-5, annual reviews can be a tough topic.
I hate it 😡
But with the right attitude, you can gain a lot from the feedback on offer.
Take your ego out of the equation & really listen to what they say.
You might just find your path forward.
The changes I made helped me become more confident, more willing to engage with dissenting opinions & more ready to take the initiative.
Within months I got a raise, a promotion & then a new job—I made that feedback work wonders for me!