Dame Judi Dench is without doubt an international treasure. In this Vanity Fair video a whole host of recognisable stars of screen, stage and music ask her questions we all want to know the answer to. She originally wanted to be a stage designer and admits she loves to swear. […]
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Send us your pet pics and you could win an Amazon voucher
We love our furbabies. Even if they are moody teenagers at times, our best pals are frequently the ones we turn to for reassurance, love and a cuddle. The power of pets should not be underestimated, there are plenty of studies to show that our furry friends are good for […]
A window on the world – young people and lockdown
If you are curious about how young people across the world are coping with lockdown, then this short series of films is for you. The BBC asked 14 young adults from across the globe to document their experiences. The films take you on a journey and gives a fabulous snapshot […]
Are you on TikTok?
Packed with creativity, TikTok, is easily the the most fun you can have on your smart phone right now. Experiencing the lives of others through social media isn’t anything new, but the rawness and authenticity of short personal vlogs makes for compelling viewing. Whether you watch, are an avid poster […]
Accepting Constructive Feedback
Feedback comes in all shapes and forms and can be the path to great growth. A key strategy can often be to take the best from it and toss the rest!
Lockdown lunacy: Top 5 celebrity fails
Lock down is hard for everyone, right? As the saying goes – the grass is always greener on the other side. There are clearly different types of lockdown lunacy. Some of us are holed up with parents/friends/flatmates/relatives we are slowly getting to like or loathe. Others are happily on their […]
It’s your turn: How are you managing lodgings during lockdown?
With so much going on in the world, it’s easy to see why some slip through the cracks. But it is vital we support young adults to make sense of the their educational journey. Students are crucial to our future, they need support to find their way through uncertainty. According […]
Some Good News: the YouTube channel we need right now
John Krasinski’s YouTube channel Some Good News keeps getting better and better. We’re hooked and not least because we get to see inside the TV star’s home office. Drop ins from his famous USA Office pals and round ups of uplifting stories from across the internet is content which […]
Why I Never Feel Good Enough, You Can overcome these Feelings Too!
For some feelings of inadequacy is something we tend to carry around throughout our lives, even though many will say you should not. Yes, we are all different have different talents, strengths and weaknesses. As an instructor to college-age students I have had my share of teaching students from all […]
Stepping out of your comfort zone – why you should take the step
Arguably it would be more of a leap than a step, or even jumping out of the pan and into the fire as it were, but I’ve come to realise, more than ever lately, that sure, the first move is always the hardest – but it can only get easier […]
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