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09May
13 ways to be more productive
I Learnt A Thing

13 ways to be more productive

My life is chaos right now, but I’m still trying to get things done (and failing miserably). Maybe you’re like me, and just need a nudge in the right direction.  That’s why this week I’m writing about 13 ways to be more productive. In whichever part of your life you want
7 mins read
03May
The Benedict Cumberbatch paradox
Clutter Box Ramblings

The Benedict Cumberbatch paradox

“The Benedict Cumberbatch paradox”—I Googled it and it seems that I have coined the term! The paradox is this: he’s not attractive, but he is attractive. How can that be? Disclaimer: I’ve been quite sick recently (not COVID-19) and this post was a by-product of my fever/medication-induced semi-comatose state. Enjoy what is probably the
2 mins read
02May
Healthy living: Week 1 review
Healthy living

Healthy living: Week 2 review

I have challenged myself to focus more on my health for the next couple of weeks; mostly because I gained unwanted weight since 2020. So, I followed my own advice.
2 mins read
29Apr
Saying 'fuck it' can change your life
Clutter Box Ramblings

Saying ‘fuck it’ can change your life

I am scared of change and I also fear failing. But sometimes you just have to say ‘fuck it’ and do the thing that scares you. I think saying ‘fuck it’ can change your life. Warning: More strong language ahead. The explanation I’m not saying you should go out and
2 mins read
26Apr
Reading is important for your career
I Learnt A Thing

Reading is important for your career

I quite enjoy reading, but I don’t always have the time (everyone’s excuse). Reading has many benefits, as an avid reader will tell you, and I think most working adults will agree that being able to read quickly with comprehension is quite an important skill. Reading is important for your career - I wish my former students would realise that (sigh). 
4 mins read
25Apr
Healthy living: Week 1 review
Healthy living

Healthy living: Week 1 review

I got fat, and for the next few months, I want to change that and get back to the size I was before COVID-19. This past week my challenge was to drink 2 liters of water every day. I achieved my goal every day, except for Sunday, but I still
1 min read
21Apr
Why the excess?
Clutter Box Ramblings

Why the excess?

It seems like consumerism and the constant need to have more and more is everywhere I look. It’s on TV, on social media, and in the stores (Black Friday, I’m looking at you). So, my question is, why the excess?
3 mins read
19Apr
Making lists gets things done
I Learnt A Thing

Making lists gets things done

Making lists is the only reason I ever get anything done (including this blog), so I thought I’d do some research on how to improve my lists and report my findings to you, dear reader. Making a list is probably one of the best ways to be more productive and it’s super
5 mins read
14Apr
I got fat
Healthy living

I got fat

A lot has happened these past twelve months. I got married, we immigrated, I completed a degree, and during all of this, I got fat.
4 mins read
12Apr
Woke culture
Clutter Box Ramblings

Woke culture

I recently watched these videos and I am in distress about woke culture, or rather what it has become. (Side note: This post contains strong language.)
2 mins read
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