Resilience is there to be built. There are various ways how to do that. 1. Make connections. Good relationships with close family members, friends, or others are important. Accepting help and support from those who care about you and will listen to you strengthens resilience. Some people find that being active in civic groups, faith-based organizations,…
Category: Life
Food Waste – Let’s reduce it
Food waste, yes you do waste food. We all throw away food for one reason or another. However, it is a major problem which should be tackled. Tackling climate change issues can be complex and overwhelming. As an individual, there are things you can do that can make a difference. It starts with the simplest…
Food inflation is eating your income
Rising consumer prices are a growing problem around the world, making it more difficult for people to afford everything from groceries to their utility bills. On a global scale, the recent increase in food inflation is attributed to many possible reasons. These include rising oil prices (which raise fertilizer prices and transportation costs), droughts and…
Setting Smart Goals by Melvyn Mangion
SMART is an acronym used to describe the process of setting goals. The acronym stands for the words “specific,” “measurable,” “achievable,” “relevant” and “time-bound,” which are essential traits of setting objectives. The SMART method provides a way to measure your progress and be accountable for your success. Setting SMART goals allows you to realistically evaluate…
How to believe in yourself
The level of success you see in your life is a direct result of your belief system. You must believe in yourself. I’m not talking about religion or philosophy here. What I mean is your belief in your ability to succeed. Believing in yourself means having faith in your own capabilities. It means believing that you…
Single use Plastic – ways how to cut it down
Beach time is right around the corner. The weather is already warming up as Summer is approaching fast. As a kid, I felt the beach was the perfect family destination. I want it to remain that way for future generations. Today, I worry about how we’ll preserve our oceans and protect its marine life. Pollution,…
Save on water in simple ways
Water is a precious resource – but it can’t be taken for granted. We need to save on that. Climate change, and the more extreme weather that comes with it, means that water supply is becoming more unpredictable as droughts become increasingly common, especially in the summer months. In the UK, the average household currently…
Home Buying – your first investment. Tips for you.
Buying your first home can be exciting, but it can also be intimidating because of all the financial steps and real estate procedures you need to prepare for. Here’s what you need to know. Are you ready to buy a home? Going to open houses is one thing (albeit made more complicated with social distancing)….
Budget : You definitely need to do so
Few things can make people’s skin crawl like the idea of creating a budget. If you are unsure where your money goes each month or wonder why you never seem to get ahead, a budget might be a good tool for you. Budgets conjur up feelings of kissing your freedom and your fun goodbye, and some…
Children, football and the pandemic
Children are the future. The COVID-19 epidemic has wreaked unprecedented damage to societies around the world. At all levels of the game, football has suffered. UK Championship clubs require an emergency bailout, and even the Premier League has suffered severe revenue losses. The same applies in other countries such as Spain and Italy. While these…