A place for my odd thoughts about equality, kindness and life.
In two days time I learn how many marks I've been given and the degree award that comes with, and I am shitting myself. The last five years of my life have been spent trying to get through my MSci Biochemistry and Biological Chemistry degree and now it's finally at an end. Whilst I am … Continue reading Impending Degree Results
I recently had a chat with an old friend about how we feel about our weight, and finally gave a verbal recognition to the internal struggle that I feel every day: I try to be a body positive feminist but I feel fat and struggle with my own body image. I would never judge anyone … Continue reading Struggling With My Weight and Appearance
I am freeeee! I've had my last exam and it feels blimin' wonderful. University has had its ups and downs, but I cannot wait to enter the "real world" and get to finding my little niche in it. After being diagnosed with depression in December 2015 and taking some time away from university to focus … Continue reading Commuting To University
I spent bloody ages trying to find the perfect pair of casual black boots with a bit of a heel (it's nice to enjoy being tall once in a while when you come from a family of hobbits). I went into Topshop, River Island, Schuh, New Look and so many other big and little high-street … Continue reading Vagabond Dioon Chelsea Boots
Now, before I start writing this post, I have to warn you that I'm not a perfume expert. I just like to smell nice, and I want a perfume to last for a long time without costing me an arm and a leg. Bonus points if people comment on how nice you smell. Well, this … Continue reading Angel Perfume by Mugler
Being friends with someone who has depression is hard, but it's even more difficult when you are in a relationship with that person. I'm aware that relationships are individual, but I think it's fair to say that depression can put a strain on every relationship. I was officially diagnosed with depression last year, but my … Continue reading Depression and Relationships
I basically used to have this fear of wearing red. Whether it was a dress, or even a hint of red on some shoes, it scared me and I had this intense feeling that it would look awful on me. Now, however, I am embracing the red life, and it all started with having darker … Continue reading ‘Fired Up’ Matte Lipstick by Soap and Glory
Last week, I finished and handed in my dissertation... And to be honest, it was really anti-climactic. I'd already been seeing those classic dissertation hand-in photos, where fellow students pose with their fully-bound projects and a big smile on their face. I'd already seen those statuses proclaiming peoples' freedom. And I suppose I was expecting … Continue reading Dissertation Day Drama
Masturbation. It's something that most people do, but we rarely talk about, unless it's in a negative sense. When someone says the word "masturbation" to me, it conjures up images of teenage boys surrounded by heaps of tissues; strict conservative adults frowning and someone yelling "wanker" at a person who has done something rude. It's … Continue reading We Need to Talk About Masturbation
I'm sure we can all relate to having "just one of those days" or weeks, or even months if you are *really* unlucky... So I'm going to share with you my own week from hell, and how I tried to stay positive through it (note the word 'tried' because I had my ups and downs). … Continue reading Positivity During A Week from Hell
