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How To Be The Best Version Of Yourself *

20th January 2020
Photo by Danielle MacInnes on Unsplash

If there’s one thing that we can all be proud of it’s the kind of mark that we leave in the world. But (and this is a big but), we don’t always make the right one. Sometimes we are thinking about making marks that are for the wrong reason, or we’re exactly choosing to do what’s for the best. However if you want to make sure that you do some good, you have to be the very best version of yourself, like this.

Be Authentic

To start with it means that you have to be authentic. You have to be yourself. Because if you’re just trying to be someone else, it’s not going to work. You won’t be happy. Because the best version of you, is you.

Be Positive

Next, you’re going to want to make sure that you’re a positive person. Being negative can only drag you down. The best version of you is positive. When you’re positive, you’re happy. So it’s important for you to be grateful and find as much positivity as you can.

Be Honest

You should also be honest too; honest with those around you and honest with yourself. It’s important to be the best you can be in life and your work. This includes white collar crime. And although you may not know that you’re in danger of doing anything wrong, the below infographic can help you learn more about it.


Infographic Design By USC

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All things Vape*

17th October 2017
Vaping and e-cigarettes have become big business over recent years, I’ve had several experiences with them myself as I have tried, and admittedly failed to kick my cigarette habit. Recently Aquavape, an online supplier of vaping products ran a survey to find out people’s thoughts on everything and anything to do with vaping- from finding out people’s preferred flavours through to how many people feel like it’s a healthier alternative to cigarettes. The findings have been put in to a (rather snazzy) infographic, and in my humble opinion make for an interesting read.
As well as sharing the infographic I thought I’d pitch in with my thoughts on the questions asked and whether I agree with the majority.

When it comes to flavour I’m with the 16% who prefer the sweet flavours. I don’t think it’s uncommon as a smoker to dislike the taste of cigarettes, and for me half of the appeal of using an e-cigarette or vape was the ability to pick and choose a flavour to suit your palette.

As for using an e-cigarette as a means to quit smoking, for me personally it wasn’t a viable option. It didn’t matter what strength liquid I used, I still went back to the traditional form. It’s very much at the forefront of my mind that I want to quit smoking for good- and I will. It’s next on my “get my health sorted” list after I finish the weight restoration part of eating disorder recovery- I was advised to pick one battle at a time, but as my smoking strongly correlates with how well, or how badly I’m doing with my food struggles I think that once I’m in a healthier place both physically and mentally I stand a good chance of kicking this habit too. I certainly want to, I’m actually ashamed that I am still a smoker (it’s certainly taboo these days) and really don’t enjoy it anymore- and let us not get started on the expense!

If anyone has anything to add to this, or just wants to kick me up the arse or send inspiration and positive stories on quitting smoking then please do leave those thoughts in the comments below. I’m hoping that next time I write this kind of blog post I can be doing so as a proud (but never preachy) ex-smoker.

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Everything you need to know about vehicle excise duty in 2017*

24th June 2017
So much has changed since I first started learning to drive way back when I was 17 [which makes me feel horrendously old]. A lot of these changes pass me by until I get to the stage where I think I really ought to pick up my lessons again and this time around it seems there are more differences than ever. Not only is it more expensive than ever to run a car thanks to petrol prices- I remember the horror when it went past £1 per litre back in the day! There are also changes to the driving test itself and of course the upcoming changes to vehicle excise duty which I’ve been trying to get my head around and somewhat failing.

Guessing that I’m not alone in find it all very confusing I’m sharing this handy infographic from the brains at used car dealership Motorparks which helps explain things in pretty much the clearest way I’ve seen to date.

I hope that some of you, my lovely readers have found this helpful too. Hopefully this time around I will get myself driving by the end of the year, and at least when I finally do I’m armed with the most up to date knowledge I can find!

What’s changed since you first started driving- if anything? I suspect that most of you are too young for there to have been any changes!

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Moving or Improving?*

27th April 2017
Well, this feels like a terribly grown up post to be writing- there’s nothing like thinking about buying your own home to make you realise you actually are an adult and there is a LOT more to be considered than you assume when you’re younger and home ownership is just a pipe dream.

That’s not to say that right now I’m actively looking to buy, but with a bit of luck in the next twelve months or so I might be able to do this and it’s never too early to start thinking about it- it’s probably one of the biggest steps in any person’s life so when Slater Gordon Property Solicitors challenged me to think about everything that needs considering when you take that leap in to potential home ownership.

I’ve always been clear in my mind where it is I’d like to buy my first home, which I suppose both helps and hinders because I’ll be limited to what properties are available BUT it will give me direction in my search. I think the main obstacle that I will come up against (despite you know, actually getting the mortgage and sorting out the finances) is that I really want to live in a converted Victorian property so making sure the flat/house is in good structural order is essential. Given that my budget will likely only extend to a flat the other two issues I’m likely to come up against are size- it might be fine for me on my own, but should I meet someone and start a family for example, will it be big enough to accommodate if moving again isn’t an immediate option? The second issue which I believe is a common issue when buying a flat is that of Leasehold- that brings with it maintenance fees, an annual ground rent and potential restrictions on any big alterations, owning pets or subletting.
I also thought I’d share this infographic provided by Gordon Property Solicitors which contains some interesting facts and figures about buying your own home, and for non first time buyers the pros/cons of making improvement to your current home rather than the upheaval of a house move.
I’m aware that this post is very much only skimming the surface of the subject and I obviously have no real experience as of yet so I’d be really interested in anyone wanting to share their stories and advice about buying their own home- leave them in the comments!

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The Pre-MOT checklist*

22nd April 2017
Now, I might not be a driver yet (by the end of year, I hope!) but I know a little bit about cars- especially that they can be damn expensive when it comes to things like services, repairs, insurance and MOTs! As such I thought that this infographic created by Motorparks would be a useful and indeed essential read for any one with an MOT test upcoming…

I always find myself apologising for posting motor related content as it’s not “in keeping” with my blog theme but I really do find things like this useful so I share if only for future reference for myself!

Up until reading this it probably wouldn’t have occurred to me to actually make any checks of my car (well, at this point imaginary car) before taking it for it’s MOT. You kind of assume that’s what you pay the garage for- it definitely makes sense though, repairs of problems found my the pros are bound to cost an arm and a leg whereas taking simple measures to make sure things are up to scratch beforehand is 100% going to be the cheaper option!
Hope you found this useful!

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