Ramble
On tunnel vision
I know there have been many times in my life where I become so fixated on something that I can’t see …
I am the only one restricting my abilities and opportunities.
Far too often I am quick to blame my environment for my lack of opportunities but, more often …
On Anxiety and Control
I’ve come to realise something quite profound over the past few ways.
In my life (and …
Different types of friendships can exist for different people
I’ve come to accept that friendships can mean different things to different people and can look very …
Making a decsion without all the information
I’m very quick to make assumptions about people and events without fully considering the …
Comparing yourself to others as a distraction
One thing I learned today is that not only does comparing yourself to others make you feel …
Getting called out in a loving way
I am grateful to have people in my life, who are not afraid to call me out for my behaviour …
God's Plan vs Mine
This year, so far, has been a tough one. I can see how God has been teaching me about making my own …
Finding peace and being content
“Resentment is like drinking poison and then hoping it will kill your enemies.” Nelson …
Some thoughts on job application rejections
Applying for jobs is hard enough, but being faced with constant rejection can really have a negative …
Do we love LLM's just a little too much?
Do we use LLM’s a little too much? Probably? I know I use it a lot throughout the working day. …
What is Social Media For?
I think it’s fair to say that I’ve never real “got” what social media is all …
Thinking about God as Father
At our weekly church Bible study yesterday, we were talking about the line “Our Father” …
The Challenges of Academia: Part 3
Once again, I find myself writing yet another post about some of the many challenges and …
Is outsourcing in the NHS really that bad?
A recent poll conducted by YouGov shows that around 60% of a sample of N Britons support the idea …
The Challenges of Academia: Part 2
There are a lot of activities and events that take place in academia. However, many of these involve …
I need to slow down more...
It’s fair to say that I’m not very good at taking it easy and relaxing. I’m always wanting to do …
Navigating Conflict: Two Perspectives to Consider
I’ve come to realise something quite profound over the past few days. When it comes to …
The Challenges of Academia: Part 1
To kick things off, I would like to start by saying that despite the many challenges of working in …