Finding truth in the pursuit of happiness. — When I quit my job at Christmas, I felt like a weight had been lifted off my pressured shoulders. I had gone through a heavy few months and needed some time to ‘be’. I realized that this could be the time to throw caution to the wind and try making…

As the time ticks down to the big 3–0, pressure begins to mount. — When you’re in your early twenties or your late teens, your thirties seem like an lifetime away. You look at people who are ten years older and they seem ancient. I always imagined that by my late thirties that I’d have it all figured out. I’d be successful and well-traveled…

All the truths you need to know. Starting a YouTube channel can feel like a daunting prospect, but I can assure you that once you hit that ‘post’ button, you’ll no longer feel scared. If you’d like to start a YouTube channel but don’t want to show your face, there…

It’s not just about putting on your happy face. Are you a pessimist or an optimist? Maybe you’re a lunatic? Do you walk around with a smile on your face or a furrowed brow? There are some things that positive people naturally do better. Do they see the world through…

Get writing and start smiling! — When I started my Medium writing journey last year, I didn’t realise that I would learn so much about myself. Who would’ve thought that writing a few articles and poems here and there would have such a profound impact on me? I’ve had lovely comments, mansplaining comments, and rude comments…

It’s all about Self Esteem — When you break up with someone, you go through so many emotions. Sometimes there’s a relief, quickly followed by frustration, anger, anxiety, and acceptance. When you’re single and surrounded by friends in seemingly happy relationships, you wonder what went wrong. You might think you’re not worthy, or you’re boring, or…

It’s not all about the YouTube Partner Program — Many people are mistaken in thinking that you can only make serious bucks on YouTube once you reach the requirements to enter the YouTube Partner Program. They’re wrong. The truth is, you don’t need thousands of subscribers or millions of views on your YouTube channel. You don’t even need to…

An honest reflection. — On the surface, I appear to have grown up in a somewhat ‘ideal’ household. I have the loving support of my family, we always had a roof over our heads and food on the table. I wasn’t brought up rich, not even middle class. I was a benefits child. My…

Just because you are alone doesn’t mean you are lonely — In the world of online dating, you’d be hard-pressed to find someone who isn’t on dating apps, in a relationship, or playing the field. I only have one friend who has been single for more than a year. Why? Well, people crave companionship, attention, and love. …