Finally Graduation! It is that time of the year, final year university students are wrapping up their studies and getting ready to celebrate the end of a chapter. Being one of those soon-to-be graduates myself, I am very excited about what is coming next in my professional and personal life. […]
Graduation… Now What?
What do I need to take to uni halls?
September is approaching and those of you heading to uni for the first time may well be asking yourselves, what do I need to take to uni halls? It’s the question many students ask themselves when preparing to head off for their first year at university. Moving away from home […]
University bound?
So it’s the summer, you have done your exams & applied to university, you have the summer to essentially work/save/have fun with family & friends, especially if you are university bound. Whilst you have may or may not have received offers, the fact is moving to university is probably going […]
Life is About Choices and the Decisions We Make
Life is a road. There are long and short roads; smooth and rocky roads; crooked and straight paths. Many roads will come our way as we journey through life. There are roads that lead to a life of single blessedness, marriage, and religious vocation. There are also roads that lead […]
Coming out
So it seems the summer months seem peppered with rainbow colours, flags, clothes & even some extraordinary make up looks. Exeter pride kicks off early in the first weeks of May, however there are still events all over the world to celebrate what is now known as ‘pride’. The rainbow […]
Preparing for Further Education
It can be the most terrifying and off-putting time. However, you must prepare yourself accordingly. Further education is a great option for many people however many have to choose between continuing A-Levels or going to Tech. Others must choose an even further education to make their way to College and […]
What comes after university?
For some of you, university may be nearly over. This time can be confusing, stressful and worrying. You may feel pressure about what is to come next. The adventure of university is over. For me, the three years were a blur. They went so quickly and before I knew it, […]
Do you wish to home educate?
Many people wish to home educate, but they may not have the confidence, or they are worried about what others think, or don’t even know it is legal. When we first started home educating it was due to bullying, but we decided to place the children back into school. This […]
An honest university reflection
Anonymous blogger who would still like to share their experiences.*Please note views expressed are the blogger’s alone, we do not think university is a bad educational pathway* Looking back I don’t regret going to university, however at the time I did feel like there were no other options. I felt […]
Benefits of having a balanced diet.
Having an unplanned or unbalanced diet can prove to be difficult at times. Although we are not required to count our calories, it can be beneficial to know how much we should be eating in one day including how many calories we have in what we eat. If you feel […]
Why Do I Go To Gamblers Anonymous?
My name is Mark and I’m a compulsive gambler. My last bet was April 2nd 2019. I have found myself thinking a lot about this question along with why do I post on the problem gambling Reddit sub frequently, why do I attend my weekly Skype meeting and why do […]
8 Finance Tips To Help You Survive Uni
by Bex Sutton, NeedToLive Graphic Designer Get Organised – Getting organised with your bills, recording your in-goings and out-goings is essential, especially for those people who tend to overspend each month. Write a list of all your bills. This would be rent, utility bills, entertainment bills, gym memberships, subscriptions, food […]
Education is a funny thing. When I was at school, I hated it.
By Mark Lucking, NeedToLive Marketing Project Manager I struggled with learning which resulted in the school putting me in classes with other students who were at the same level as myself. This is how the school was structured, you had 2 top classes, 2 intermediate levels and 1 remedial class. […]
My Alternative Route To A Career
By Hannah Goodwin, Guest Blogger I was very privileged to be brought up by loving parents, who despite not being able to give me as much as they wanted growing up, were able to support me and provide me with a Grammar School education. My peers at school were very […]
The ‘aaah!’ of a new job…
By Daisy Bavage, NeedToLive Everyday Role Model Manager We all go through it, but the experience can be different for everyone… My most recent experience with being the ‘newbie’ If you have read any of my latest articles, or have taken a look at my profile, it will probably be […]
The summer of being empowered & loving yourself or fat-shaming?
So this summer, after 42 years of being body-shamed! I have finally done it….. I have bought a bikini! I’m wondering will you be wearing shorts, vests, playsuits, bikinis this year? 2019 is set to see massive changes in the way we see ourselves & show our bodies. With many […]
Summer ideas.
So it’s finally summer and you seem to have all this free time. What are you going to do this summer? You may not have any plans and you may not be going on any holidays this year. Do you plan to party your summer away? Enjoy your late summer […]
Need Help? Don’t be afraid to ask
By Laura Price, NeedToLive Marketing Project Manager For as long as I can remember I was always too scared to ask when I needed help. If I was stuck on a question in school I would rather guess the answer than ask the teacher for help. To this day I […]
Plymouth RelayFest 2019
Relay For Life is a global event and we are proud, as always, to be holding this awesome 24 hour event for the 4th year running to raise money for Cancer Research UK This year we are holding our amazing Festival/Funday/Fete at the Tor Bridge High School. This year we […]
Small ways to improve your day to day life.
Life can become pretty mundane. You find yourself living through the motions and in a looping routine. You become trapped in a box and living life like a robot. Have you ever thought of trying something new? Or going on an adventure? Or perhaps you’re just wishing for something as […]
Mental Illness at College: My Story & What You Can Do
What is your strongest memory of college? Is it the late nights spent hanging out with friends? Is it your experience with Greek life? Is it the romantic relationships forged there? For me, and the many, many people who suffer from mental illness at a young age, those memories are […]
What I Wish I’d Known When I Was At University.
It feels like many moons ago since I was a student. In fact, it was about 11 years since I set on my journey to university. Had I have known then what I know now perhaps my experience would have been a little different. Unsettled Beginnings. It’s hard work being […]
5 Reasons to Live at Home During Uni From Someone Who Did It
So your friends are talking about moving into halls and deciding whether living off baked beans is a viable diet. They’re figuring out how much stuff to take and if the first loan instalment is going to stretch until Christmas. But what about if you’re not moving into halls? In […]
5 every day tips for managing your mental health.
By Jack Parsons, Big Youth Group We all know that life is or can be challenging, there is no doubting that. We’re flooded with responsibilities from looking after our family to keeping on top of work, doing all this can feel overwhelming at times, however, to have a good relationship […]
Internships: stand out from the crowd
There is no better way to spend your summer as a student than being stuck in an office while all your friends are out travelling and enjoying the summer (outside of the rainy UK, that is). Well… not really, what I just described does not sound very appealing to many […]
How To Make Sure You Get An Offer After Any Job Interview
When looking for the next step in your career, it’s very easy to get overwhelmed when you are called in for a job interview, because you really want or need that job. For most people, job interviews are extremely stressful experiences, making them lose focus on the most important things. […]
Tents & Campfires
I was hesitant to try camping. For years. I mean, why would I want to sleep in a tent outside, when I can sleep inside my warm house in my bed? My husband always loved camping, so eventually, I agreed to try it. While our first camping experience was definitely […]
The importance of music!
By Hasan Jadayel -Verified by Big Youth Group. Advertising Student in University of Arts London. 21 Years old. Football and Music enthusiast, with aims to achieve a lot in life, who are we without ambition? Strong believer in the phrase “Knowledge is power”, and believe there’s knowledge in everything. Creativity […]
Me, myself and my Anxiety.
5 ways to help take your mind off of crippling anxiety. Remember to breathe. I know that everyone says it but it really does work, try breathing in for four and out for four for a period of 5 minuets at a time. Anxiety attacks release a chemical called Adrenalin, […]
5 Critical Moments
I think that in.. life, there are these really important moments. These moments that play a part in shaping you, your personality, and/or your path in life. These moments can be small. Just tiny little pieces to the puzzle of life. They can be huge and life changing as well. […]
Maintaining Relationships When Dealing With A Mental Health Issue
Such a huge symptom of mental health illnesses like depression is the intense feeling that you’re alone against everything you’re dealing with. For so many people the influence of other people around them can bring them hope and strength at their worst times. Whether it be romantic, friendship or family […]
Feeling lost?
I imagine there’s a period in everyone’s life when they feel lost, but it may hold different meaning for different people. It’s a phrase I have both used and heard used many times; “I feel lost, I’ve lost my way, I’ve lost myself, my motivation , my sense of purpose.” […]
How much does home education cost?
One of the things that are a big concern for anyone that wants to home educate their children is the cost. People are often surprised when I say it can cost nothing, it all depends on how you wish to home educate. If you wish to continue following the national […]
Why every young person should take up some type of volunteering in their local area?
By George Perfect – Verified by Big Youth Group. Think of your community. Picture a community where everyone is working together to help each other. This is what volunteers do. The tireless people who work around the clock to ensure that the people in their community get the support and […]
From ‘Have To’ to ‘Want To’
By Daisy Bavage NeedToLive Administrator I never thought that I would be where I am today… In the current age that we’re living in, getting a job is pretty difficult- let alone getting one that you like! There is a whole lot besides determination that goes into securing a position […]
Budgeting for the Beginner
Tired of being broke all of the time? Are you living paycheck to paycheck? Do you have little to no money in a savings account? Do you wonder where your money has gone at the end of the month? Do you struggle to pay your routine bills, let alone get […]
Do’s and Don’ts – Exam style
It’s that time of the year again. It’s exam season and you are either overworked and stressed or completely unprepared. Here are DO’s and DON’Ts so that you can survive your exams. DO: Study: You cannot avoid this. You must study and prepare yourself effectively for your exams. Whether you […]