The last few years, I’ve spent so much time on social media, I dread to think about the hours I’ve spent scrolling through posts! It’s been amazing for building a community and finding like-minded people, but I just don’t seem to get the same kick out of it that I used to. It may be … More Newsletters I’m Loving | News
A lot of the time, we’re held back by the things we tell ourselves and it takes a lot to get out of the habit of doing that. So let me start by telling you why it’s so important. All the things you do on a day to day basis – driving to work, brushing … More How to Quiet Your Inner Critic | Confidence
I’ve always used writing when I’m in a bit of a low spot. Whether I’ve had a bad day, I’m feeling overwhelmed or my confidence needs a boost, writing always helps me to get clear on exactly how I’m feeling. … More 5 Writing Techniques for Confidence | Confidence
Going through cancer is hard enough. But trying to talk about it to your loved ones can be pretty tough too. Cancer is still one of those weird taboo subjects, even though half of the population is affected by it. The truth is that people become very awkward around things they don’t know too much … More How To Talk To Your Family About Cancer | Cancer Tips
My Kindle battery has recently died a death and I’m devastated to say the least. So when I downloaded this wonderful book from NetGalley, I knew I’d be doing most of the reading on my phone. To be honest, it worked out quite well as I always have my phone on me, and whenever I … More Becky | Books
Once upon a time, my morning ritual would look like this: And that was fine. I can’t lie – some days it still is my morning routine, especially if I sleep through my alarm! But when I discovered what a difference a morning routine could make to my day, I set myself up a Habit … More My Morning Ritual for Ultimate Confidence | Confidence
I’ve always said that the worst part of having tests done is the agonising wait for results. Once you have those results, you know where you stand, but that bit in-between is enough to give the coolest person in the world anxiety. Recently, I’ve been suffering with pain in my hip and lower back. Unfortunately, … More The Reality of Scanxiety | Cancer Tips
A drop of condensation rolled down the glass and pooled on the windowpane. Charlie watched it as it made a damp spot on the wood and tutted. Lifting his cigarette to his lips, he took a long drag and looked back to the glaring screen of his laptop. ‘And it was there that Jonah decided … More The Wolf Moon | Writing
Towards the end of last year, I headed to Crete with my mam – our first proper holiday in years due to lockdowns! Of course, for such an occasion, I had to pack some great books that I would be devouring from a sun lounger. The first, My Legendary Girlfriend by Mike Gayle made me … More The Butterfly Room | Books
On an autumnal afternoon in Oxford, my mother & I were wandering around Waterstones, browsing the gorgeous stacks of books before we visited the Ashmolean. Taking a book down from one of the shelves, my mother noted the beautiful cover and read the blurb aloud to me. It sounded idyllic. As I was telling her … More Three Summers | Books
Allie Morgan - Writer & Cancer Survivor 