Reigniting Curiosity in Gen Z As a mum, a manager, and someone who thrives on pushing my limits through fitness and personal development, I’ve noticed a trend that’s been niggling at me: a seeming lack of inherent curiosity in some members of Generation Z. Now, before the internet explodes, let me be clear – this
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We’ve all been there. The alarm goes off, and the thought of getting that workout in feels less appealing than staying snuggled under the covers. Motivation, like the weather, can be unpredictable. Some days it’s abundant, others it’s nowhere to be found. So, how do I find that spark when it’s hiding? Here’s my toolkit
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My Journey to Rediscovering My Enthusiasm January. Brimming with the promise of a fresh start, I decided to dive headfirst into something I honestly expected to loathe: Alex Banayan’s 30-day journaling challenge. The premise was simple, almost deceptively so: Every day, answer three questions: Thirty days. Three questions. Repeat. I envisioned it as a tedious
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Life is always going to throw you a few curveballs. It’s inevitable. But what if we viewed these challenges as opportunities in disguise? This shift in perspective can unlock a treasure trove of growth and unlock your full potential. Why Challenges Are Your Secret Weapon Challenges will boost your skillset. Any type of challenge is
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A Simple Shift with Big Results We’ve all been there. You try something new, put yourself out there, and then it doesn’t go as planned. The sting of disappointment sets in, and that familiar voice whispers, “You failed.” But what if we reframed that voice? What if, instead of defeat, we saw an opportunity for
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There’s a certain magic to race day. Months of training culminate in that single moment when you toe the starting line, a mix of nerves and excitement coursing through your veins. Back in August 2016, I participated in the Peaks and Trails 26km event in Dunkeld. My goal? Crush that sub-3-hour mark. As the race
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This isn’t a call to embrace chaos. Nobody wants a houseguest who forgets the concept of “inside voices” or a baker who “wings it” with the fire alarm blaring. But it is about letting go of the pressure to be flawless and instead celebrating our wonderfully messy selves. Let’s face it, folks: striving for perfection
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Why the Journey Matters More Than the PB Not that long ago I wrote about why races are about the journey, not the destination. Yet, when I first started my running journey, I became obsessed with pace, times, and that ever-elusive personal best (PB). It would be years of running and dipping my toe in
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We all know the importance of asking questions. It’s a cornerstone of learning and growth. At some point in your life, you will be asking the question of Why? Now while the Why question is important in revealing your fundamental truth, there is one question that often gets overlooked. How, can I do that? This
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We all love a good personal best (PB). That feeling of pushing your limits and seeing a new number on the clock is undeniably satisfying. But what if I told you that the true magic of races lies elsewhere, in the experience itself? The Race as a Celebration: Coming down the finish chute of the
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