How to tell if you were raised by a narcissist? Here’s how to spot the signs of narcissistic traits in your parents, plus how to cope with those psychological effects of having one or more parents with narcissism. Now narcissism may be one of my favourite (for lack of a better term) mental health topics. What is narcissism? So narcissism ...

It’s that time of the year where we’re thinking about travel and our summer holidays. Many people refer to the Mediterranean as one of the best climates globally, and this, of course, is not accidental. Not only does it have long, hot summers and short, mild, bearable winters, but the Mediterranean region is also among the sunniest places. Santorini is ...

How can you tell if you’re being manipulated? Many scary stories exist out there that stem from one common cause: manipulation. Even the word has an unnerving tone to it, but have no fear reader. There are measures you can take to protect yourself. Here’s how to tell if you’re being manipulated   They constantly make you prove yourself They ...

We’ve all been there. You start to do the thing you know is good for you, but you’ve been putting it off for ages and then bam! Things start going wrong. A crisis happens. Your car breaks down, your house gets broken into or your dog has to be rushed to the vet and all of a sudden, you’re no ...

It is always difficult for teachers to decide whether they should tutor children or adults because these are two completely different tasks. Tutoring adults is not the same as tutoring students. The difference in their abilities and vulnerabilities makes the methods of teaching them quite different. You cannot walk into a classroom full of kids with the same teaching plan ...

Looking for what to do with those ripe bananas you’ve got sitting around? How about these Double Chocolate Banana Muffins? I think they’re the perfect treat that I can keep in my freezer for super busy mornings when we’re rushing out the door! Be sure to use over ripe bananas to make this recipe. Over ripe bananas are sweeter and ...

If you are running a small business and it has needed to be closed over lockdown, it is important to review your marketing strategy to ensure you maximise revenue. These tips are good for the short, medium, and long term as your business may never be the same again. Whilst most businesses will enjoy a post-lockdown bounce, the key to ...

Today we’re going to look into something called xylitol. Xylitol is a naturally occurring sugar that is present in many fibrous fruits and vegetables. Surprisingly, this sugar has a lot of positive benefits and effects on your teeth. Saliva is your body’s natural defence against cavities. Saliva helps neutralise the acids produced by the plaque on your teeth and helps ...

The purpose of this article is not to condemn narcissists but to help those who feel they may be victims of narcissism recognise the manipulation tactics used by narcissists. So they have the tools to help them see the signs. This, in turn, may provide some protection and self-preservation. Signature traits of a narcissist are combinations of various things, including ...

Knowing which gemstone your engagement ring should have is hardly rocket science, but it can get a little overwhelming when you start shopping around and see the insane variety that’s out there. With that in mind, here’s a little guide to bear in mind while you’re doing your research to help you answer the question: which gemstone should your engagement ...

Signs you’re dealing with a sociopath. What do we call people with no conscience, who seem to have absolute disregard to other people, society and societal rules? Psychopaths and sociopaths. Psychopathy and sociopathy are perhaps two of the most confused terms in the field of psychology and criminology. Whilst these terms sound very similar, they do in fact differ in ...

Signs he’s testing you… In the beginning parts of a relationship, both men and women test each other. Sometimes it’s conscious. Other times it’s subconscious. They don’t even know that they’re doing it. But one thing is for sure. How you respond to these tests will set the entire tone of the relationship. So it’s very important to understand what’s ...