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Workouts for when you’re busy being productive

May 26, 2024

Here’s what I like to do to keep myself active when work is at its busiest. The final exercise tip, about accountability buddies, will help you to foster these habits for life. … More Workouts for when you’re busy being productive

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Habit check-in and accountability

May 31, 2023

Making others aware of your plans and habits is a great way to stay accountable, which means keeping on track with what you’re up to. With that in mind, how have my habits been going? … More Habit check-in and accountability

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Success & Failure | Did I meet my 2021 goals?

January 7, 2022

Now that we’ve made it through yet another pandemic-filled year, it’s time for a final reflection. Did I meet my goals this year? And what am I aiming for this year? Are there any lessons that I’ve picked up along the way? … More Success & Failure | Did I meet my 2021 goals?

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How I saved 75% on a city centre restaurant

August 13, 2021

Now that Freedom Day has been and gone, and restaurants have fully opened, I’ve had less incentive to use food shopping to entertain myself. As a result, I’ve been left wondering: how can I still enjoy myself while continuing to save money? … More How I saved 75% on a city centre restaurant

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Exercise for teachers | Simply staying in shape

April 16, 2021

Here’s my simple routine that fits alongside any day spent teaching. It could revitalise your health and help you take back time for yourself each day.​ … More Exercise for teachers | Simply staying in shape

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A minimalist’s guide to mastering meal planning | BuJo Basics

April 9, 2021

Importantly, my meals have to taste good and – generally – be healthy. You can’t guarantee that with ready meals and frozen pizzas. How can I ensure that I have something yummy, healthy and quick to cook?

Enter meal planning. … More A minimalist’s guide to mastering meal planning | BuJo Basics

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How to successfully build habits | BuJo Basics

February 5, 2021

I use a Bullet Journal to successfully build – and sustain – habits. Here’s how you can too: … More How to successfully build habits | BuJo Basics

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Learning, Creating, Doing | 2021 Goals

January 8, 2021

I’ve got three big targets for 2021. They fall under three creative aspects of my life: learning, creating and doing. Here’s what they entail: … More Learning, Creating, Doing | 2021 Goals

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20 things that I learned in 2020 – Part I | Deep Dive

December 25, 2020

Search your memories of the year gone by and I’m sure you’ll also discover the 20 lessons that you’ve learned, big or small, to reflect on. Here are the first 10 of mine. … More 20 things that I learned in 2020 – Part I | Deep Dive

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How martial artists generate power

September 18, 2020

[4-minute read] ‘Here’s my detailed breakdown of what I’ve learned over Lockdown, and over the years, that will keep you safe on the streets’. … More How martial artists generate power

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