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Living with IBS | IBS Awareness Month
IBS, otherwise known as Irritable Bowl Syndrome, is a relatively unknown subject for those that don’t have disorders which centre around the digestive system, yet it is one of the most common. It has been reported that 1 in 20 people here in the UK suffer with the condition, and it is a lot more prevalent with women. April is coincidentally IBS awareness month and to honour the occasion, I want to share my own experience with the condition. […]
A New Year
I can’t believe I am already writing that we’re in 2023. It feels like only yesterday that I was writing about 2021, partly I think because Covid ruined my perception of time. Nevertheless, that is definitely one thing I’d like to not reference for the foreseeable. I wasn’t going to write about starting a new year, largely because I don’t do resolutions or see it as any sort of new beginning. However, it seemed like a nice way to start the year, in the sense of doing a personal piece, rather than jumping into a review or a styling item. […]
I am Closing my Shop
Well, I can’t exactly say this was the most festive announcement I wanted to make but I think its been a long time coming. You may have noticed that I haven’t publicised my products in a long time, in fact many of you might have been unaware that I had a shop to start with. Subconsciously this was a decision I had been mulling over for the past year and one which I sincerely did not want to make […]
Christmas Gift Guide
Yup, it is the first week of December and I am already mentioning the ‘C’ word. However, it doesn’t hurt to be prepared so for those that aren’t already extremely keen (yes I see those who have already wrapped their presents), I’ve put together some suggestions of my favourite places so I can take some of the stress out of the gift giving search. […]
The Corporate World and Navigating Life Post Graduation
The calendar is telling me its October and I swear it feels like it was only August yesterday. Time has absolutely flown by and I feel like I haven’t got much to show for it. My upload schedule has been an absolute mess, which I can only apologise for. Apparently a viral infection, a mental few months at work and unfortunate events like the Queen passing, means writing really gets put on the bottom of my list. […].
100 Blog Posts
100 Blog posts. I mean where do I even start with that number? I’ve sat down 100 times and have written 100 pieces of content in the past two years. Which feels like a very far away number for me. It’s hard to conceptualise that as it only feels like yesterday that I published this website mid pandemic. […]
The Power of the People in the Depp vs. Heard Court Case | Media vs. Justice
The court case which took the world by storm has been documented on practically every social media platform and news outlet, transforming these platforms into daily court room dramas. It has sensationalised the justice system and turned what should be a private matter into a spectacle.
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Dissertation Diaries 5
Yes this is sadly the last and final instalment of my dissertation diaries series where I have taken you on the journey of sorting out my dissertation topic, reading many books and sources, writing my literature review and drafting chapters […]
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Dissertation Diaries 4
I think at this point it would be highly agreeable to say that the word Dissertation is firmly on my mind 24hrs a day. It is March, my first chapter has been handed in and my last bit of feedback has been received and I have around 22 days until the whole thing is due […].
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A Life Update.
Hello guys, long time no see! Honestly, I hadn’t realised it had been so long since I had written anything (a month is not my usual ‘break’ style and I definitely did not intend to stay away for this long). However, life happened and unfortunately this platform was put to the very bottom of my list of things to do. I hope you have not missed me too much! Quite a bit has happened since my last post so I thought it would be quite apt to come back with a bit of a breakdown of the past month [….].
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Signing Off for Christmas | Getting Covid, Festive Plans and New Year Trepidation.
Hello you lovely lot. It’s the Thursday before Christmas (Christmas Eve Eve) and I am officially home for the holidays. But boy did I have an interesting journey to get here. When I say that, I don’t actually mean the train journey or the drive home. Instead I mean the lead up to it where I was ever so lucky to get Covid. Yes, I managed to avoid this pesky disease right up until I was supposed to be travelling home. I would say it sounds like I am getting some sort of Karma for something but I can’t say I deserve this one. […]
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Dissertation Diaries 3.
The last time I uploaded a blog post was on the 29th of October and to say I feel slightly out of touch which what I am doing is an understatement. I apologise that it has taken me this long to get back to writing, to be honest October seems like a lifetime away from where I am right now. Mid term and final assessments have passed and I have just finished my last assessment for my first term of fourth year. What a ride! With all those assessments handed in it means I have submitted my literature review […].
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A Work-Life Balance | Dealing with an Emotional Burnout and Stress
Unfortunately I have a personality type that has never helped me achieve a ‘balance’. I am a perfectionist, an overachiever, and a terrible person at recognising when I need to say no. Which is by no means a bad thing, I don’t hate who I am. I do wish though that I would recognise when these characteristics are becoming a hindrance. […]
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Dissertation Diaries 2
Well I must admit for the second instalment of my dissertation diaries things have progressed quite a bit. I am now in Edinburgh (full of the cold, hurray) and have started my fourth year of uni. When I last informed you of my dissertation journey I briefly mentioned what my plans were and also how I felt about it all. A few months later and I am just as terrified but more relaxed (I think) about it all.
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A Heavy Heart | Afghanistan, Haiti and an Environmental Crisis
[…]. This week has been emotionally draining for all of us. The news, once again, has provided us with an insight into the terrors outside our little bubble. A massive earthquake and storm has hit Haiti. The earthquake killed 1, 419 people and injured over 6,000. Meanwhile, Afghanistan has been taken over by the Taliban yet again as American troops vacate the country. Thus putting hundreds of thousands of people at risk […].
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Dissertation Diaries 1
If you didn’t know already I am an English Lit. student in Edinburgh and in September I will be going into my fourth (and final) year. And with that final year comes the dreaded task of writing my dissertation.
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LET’S HAVE A CATCH-UP | INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY, ROYAL DRAMA AND MOVING.
I feel like its been a while since I’ve sat down and written my thoughts onto ‘paper’. The last time I wrote to you on a more personal note was when I signed off for Christmas […]
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A Year of Sophie’s Edit
A whole year. On the 17th May, when I am writing this, a whole year ago, I hit publish on this very site. I can’t actually believe that I’ve been writing continuously for a year. I’ve thanked you all on every social platform I have but I couldn’t not say anything right here where it started. Even if it’s a bit late.
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ARE WE HEADING INTO A FOURTH LOCKDOWN?
As of Monday, Scotland has started to ‘re-open’ in that nonessential businesses like cafes, restaurants, gyms, hairdressers, salons, shops etc. have all been granted the go ahead to open. Don’t get me wrong I am excited and I am extremely grateful that so many struggling businesses can start to get themselves back on their feet. However that is not to say it doesn’t come with fear and anxiety surrounding a fourth lockdown and the chance that life will once again be put on hold. […]
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LOOKING AT 2021
I wasn’t planning writing any sort of post that looked back at 2020 to any degree and I suppose this post doesn’t exactly do that either. However it didn’t feel right to start back up again and not acknowledge my feelings towards 2021. I am definitely ready to move forward […]
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BODY IMAGE: WEIGHING IN ON THE KENDALL JENNER SCANDAL
Traditionally I am not one to way in on drama that surrounds the internet but the one that popped up over the weekend really got me thinking. So, if you didn’t know Kendall Jenner posted photos of her at a shoot for Skims (Kim Kardashians brand), in what looks like set of underwear (I say ‘looks’ because that thong is pretty much made of nothing). […]
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SOME HAPPY NEWS | MARCH
Happy News is a segment I started on my blog just before Christmas, when life seemed bogged down and miserable, days were long and coronavirus seemed never ending. Therefore the idea was created to spread some joy and some smiles amongst the chaos. I thought this weeks blog post was the perfect opportunity to bring it back. […]
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GOING INTO A NEW TERM WITH A PRODUCTIVE MINDSET | PRODUCTIVITY TIPS
Now I am very much they type of person who loves new stationary, especially when it comes to starting a new term. However, being away from all my usual bits and pieces (I’m studying from home rather than at my flat this term) meant I had to find new ways of finding productivity rather than being wasteful and buying everything new. […]
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AN EMOTIONAL ROLLERCOASTER | LOOKING BACK AT ONLINE LEARNING.
It’s weird to say that my first term of third year is already done. From having so long off because of Covid I was very hesitant in starting back again. Would I know how to write an essay? (I’m an English Lit. Student if you didn’t know), would I be able to keep up with the enormous work load? […]
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HOW I AM TRYING TO GET OUT OF MY MID TERM SLUMP
Yup, it’s that time of year again. I always find once I’ve finished my first set of assessments and have to go onto the next load I get handed this big lump of demotivation and tiredness. I’m not sure if it’s a combination of the weather, impeding lockdown, online learning and general stress or a select one of these factors […]
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WEEKLY THOUGHTS: ONLINE LEARNING, COVID AND FINDING BALANCE.
I’m back with another weekly thoughts post so I can update you on what has been going on in my life and why I’ve been a bit distant on this platform. Even if covid is still ruling our lives (ruining it would also be highly applicable at this point), more than I wish to admit, I don’t think I’ve ever been so stressed […].
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SOME HAPPY NEWS
This title is probably quite confusing but hear me out. Over the past 6-8 months I’ve repeatedly stopped looking at the news, mainly because it is filled with corona death tolls or the next impending lockdown. It is stress inducing and very much alters my mood. Why is it as human beings we want to concentrate on the negatives so much? […]
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SUMMER HIGHLIGHTS
Considering I am moving back to Edinburgh today (I am writing this a few days before because to be honest there is no way on earth I could write a blog post in the car without being sick). On top of this uni is about to start *sends shiver through my spine*, so to round off the 6 months at home, I thought I’d share my highlights.
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WHAT TO BRING AND WHAT NOT TO BRING TO UNI
As a third year uni student (which is extremely scary considering it feels like I only just went into first year) I think I’ve gotten a good idea of what is necessary and unnecessary to take to your new home. Whether that is in student accommodation or private renting. […]
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LOOKING BACK AT MY FIRST TWO YEARS OF UNI
It genuinely only feels like yesterday that I was leaving to go on my new adventure. Uni felt like this huge new thing that was extremely intimidating and scary. Full of ‘what-ifs’ and stereotypes. Today I thought I’d go through those stereotypes and look back at my two years in higher education. [..]
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MY 30TH POST: A REVIEW OF BLOGGING SO FAR
It’s a bit scary to think I’ve already written 30 posts. To be honest I wasn’t sure if I’d make it past 8. However, in saying that, the reception I’ve received and what I’ve gained from not only being more honest to my readers but with myself is something I will always cherish. […]
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MY RELATIONSHIP WITH LOCKDOWN: AN UPDATE
How many weeks are we now into staying home? I think I have well and truly lost count. In fact I don’t think I started counting in the first place, mostly because I didn’t (and still don’t) know what day it is.I have lost the plot. […]
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MAKING A LOCKDOWN BIRTHDAY SPECIAL
Lockdown has stopped a lot of things, one being celebrating getting a year older with your family and friends. […]
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YOUR PRIVILEGE SHOULD NOT SILENCE YOU: EDUCATE YOURSELF AND SPEAK UP.
Nothing easy is ever worth doing. I heard that once and have never let it go. This applied to this post. More than I want to admit. Because this isn’t easy. Why may you ask? […]
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HOW TO KEEP YOURSELF OCCUPIED IN LOCKDOWN
I know a lot of people are having nice weather and are probably lying out in the sunshine. However, the probability of that where I live (in the Scottish Highlands) is not a guarantee. […]
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Stop Letting Lockdown Dictate You
I want to start this post by highlighting the fact it is not going to be about ignoring the rules. PLEASE FOLLOW THEM. Instead I want to remind you that how you deal with it is your choice, […]
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WHY I FEEL THE NEED TO WRITE A BLOG
I don’t know, for those who know me, if this exactly comes as a surprise but yes the website you’ve stumbled upon (or maybe I’ve made you read) is from my *I was going to say mouth but technically is actually my fingers.* […]
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