Why Do You Project Your Insecurities Onto Others?

Why Do You Project Your Insecurities Onto Others?

Confidence can be a driving force in conversing. Insecurities can also, but the outcome is drastically different. One question, why? I’m not the enemy, but you programme me to appear like it. I’ve realised people can either lift you or drag you down. Passive aggressiveness aimed at you is usually a result of their own [...]

Let’s Explore The Derwent Reservoir!

Let’s Explore The Derwent Reservoir!

Derbyshire Dales and its many quaint, peaceful and therapeutic offerings. Derwent Dam is a pretty darn beautiful way to kick off 2024 if you ask me! But first, it’d be rude to ignore the busy outdoor cafe - I haven’t been in the car for over an hour just for the sake of it thankyou [...]

First Date: Is It Okay To Split The Bill?

First Date: Is It Okay To Split The Bill?

You’re laughing, gazing into each other's eyes, then the bill comes. Romeo turns into the tax man, what next?! Going Dutch? *please send help* The day’s arrived. This could be Prince Charming, potentially the one, hypothetically the father of your children. Women generally think about these things in the hours and minutes approaching the date. [...]

Is Having Manners Considered Old Fashioned? Today’s Downfall: Who’s Responsible?

Is Having Manners Considered Old Fashioned? Today’s Downfall: Who’s Responsible?

Manners, kindness and decency seem like they should be a distant memory. What are we teaching our children? 'Your standards are too high.' 'You're too harsh'. 'You have hands, do it yourself.' Or simply the classic one, 'You didn't say.' Just a few of the statements I've heard repeatedly in my adult life. Maybe I'm [...]