How turning a simple plan into triple the fun can actually boost your mental health—and your day. The Unexpected Fun of Getting Ready to Have Fun There’s something quietly thrilling about planning a day out — especially when that day involves Brighton, sea air, and a bit of sunshine (or drizzle, because, British weather). It’s … Read more
The Moment I Realised I Wasn’t Switching Bank Accounts Again It started with a headline.Something like: “Earn up to £200 for Bank Account Switching.” A younger me might have clicked immediately, calculator in hand, already picturing the smug satisfaction of free money dropping into my account. But this time? I just sipped my coffee and … Read more
The Day I Got Grumpy and Decluttered a Cupboard With My Bare Hands I didn’t wake up one morning with a clean, folded intention to “embrace minimalism.” I was slightly feral. Heartbroken. And mildly irritated at the way my cupboard door squeaked at me like it had opinions. That day, I didn’t so much decide … Read more
Market Panic? Keep Your Tea Warm and Your Investments Steady I wasn’t planning to become a part-time economist this week. And yet, here I am again — mug of tea in hand, scrolling past headlines that are all dramatic fonts and falling arrows. The FTSE’s wobbling, markets paniced, again. And even though I know the … Read more
What Minimalism Means for My Wallet There’s something quietly satisfying about holding a wallet that doesn’t bulge like a stuffed sausage. Mine is a slim Pokémon-themed number — a little nostalgic, a little cheeky, and honestly, just the right size for what I actually need. Over the last decade, minimalism has helped me cut down … Read more
