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What Is Burnout? Signs, Symptoms & How To Spot It Early

If you’ve been asking yourself, “Am I just tired or is it something more?”, you might be facing burnout. The kind that creeps in slowly and disguises itself as laziness, low motivation, or just needing another early night. In this post, we’ll unpack what burnout really looks like (hint: it’s not just about being exhausted), the subtle signs we often overlook, and why so many women, especially those trying to do it all, end up stuck in this cycle without realising it. Let’s talk about what’s really going on and what to do about it.

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Work-Life Balance Tips: Easy, Effortless Ways to Set Boundaries
Archive ► May 16, 2024

Work-Life Balance Tips: Easy, Effortless Ways to Set Boundaries

Feeling overwhelmed by work creeping into your personal life? You're not alone! These work-life balance tips will show you how to set boundaries, manage time effectively, and prioritise yourself, so you can thrive both at work and at home.

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‘A Little Life’ by Hanya Yanagihara – Book Review
Books ► May 16, 2024

‘A Little Life’ by Hanya Yanagihara – Book Review

“You see, Jude, in life, sometimes nice things happen to good people. You don’t need to worry—they don’t happen as often as they should. But when they do, it’s up to the good people to just say ‘thank you,’ and move on, and maybe consider that the person who’s doing the nice thing gets a bang out of it as well, and really isn’t in the mood to hear all the reasons that the person for whom he’s done the nice thing doesn’t think he deserves it or isn’t worthy of it.” 

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Why You Should Read A Little Life | Book Review
Books ► May 16, 2024

Why You Should Read A Little Life | Book Review

“You see, Jude, in life, sometimes nice things happen to good people. You don’t need to worry—they don’t happen as often as they should. But when they do, it’s up to the good people to just say ‘thank you,’ and move on, and maybe consider that the person who’s doing the nice thing gets a bang out of it as well, and really isn’t in the mood to hear all the reasons that the person for whom he’s done the nice thing doesn’t think he deserves it or isn’t worthy of it.” 

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