Laura Johnstone

Six Years Since Sepsis: The Day That Changed Everything

Six years ago today, my life changed forever. I had sepsis, a condition I understood clinically as a healthcare professional, yet when it was happening to me, I didn’t recognise the signs. As a podiatrist, I felt I should have known what was happening to my own body. But by the time I was experiencingContinue reading “Six Years Since Sepsis: The Day That Changed Everything”

What Do You Need a Break From? Because I Need a Break From This Morning…

Some mornings just hit differently. Today was one of those mornings where I could feel the universe laughing at me before 7:30 AM. It started out as any normal day. I got up, sorted out Amelia’s breakfast, and went to change her nappy. Simple enough, right? Except, midway through, my stomach decided it had otherContinue reading “What Do You Need a Break From? Because I Need a Break From This Morning…”

The Innovation of Computers: Running a Business from Your Pocket

There was a time when running a business required an office, a landline phone, stacks of paperwork, and a whole team to manage it all. Now, we have the incredible ability to build, grow, and maintain businesses with something that fits in our pocket—the mobile phone. It’s an innovation that still amazes me every day.Continue reading “The Innovation of Computers: Running a Business from Your Pocket”

How the Ideal Day Changes Throughout Life

It’s funny how the definition of an ideal day shifts as we move through different stages of life. When I was younger and working on cruise ships, my perfect day was one of pure relaxation—sitting on a sun-soaked beach, eating fresh calamari, and sipping a strawberry daiquiri. And yes, that wasn’t just a dream—it wasContinue reading “How the Ideal Day Changes Throughout Life”

Life can be unpredictable, and sometimes, it takes just one moment to change everything. For me, there have been two major life events that completely altered the way I live and see the world.

The first was in 2019. I hadn’t been feeling great, but I pushed through, as many of us do. Then, on the 7th of February, I became critically ill with sepsis. I was just 15 minutes away from not surviving. That experience left me chronically ill and changed my perspective on health, resilience, and theContinue reading “Life can be unpredictable, and sometimes, it takes just one moment to change everything. For me, there have been two major life events that completely altered the way I live and see the world.”

The One Thing That Always Stays on My To-Do List: Self-Care

As a parent, my to-do list is never-ending. There are always meals to cook, laundry to fold, toys to tidy, and appointments to book. But if there’s one thing that consistently stays on my list, yet never quite gets crossed off, it’s self-care. It’s ironic, isn’t it? The very thing that allows me to keepContinue reading “The One Thing That Always Stays on My To-Do List: Self-Care”

The Power of Small Wins: How a Simple Visual Board Transformed My Goal-Setting

A few weeks ago, I came across a TikTok that changed the way I approach my goals. It wasn’t about setting bigger aspirations or creating a fancy vision board filled with dream houses, holiday destinations, or life-changing milestones. Instead, it was a practical, visual method that helped me track progress in a way that feltContinue reading “The Power of Small Wins: How a Simple Visual Board Transformed My Goal-Setting”

(AD) How a Meal Subscription Service Saved Us as New Parents (And Why We Still Use It 21 Months Later)

This post contains an affiliate link, which means I may earn a small commission if you sign up through my link. However, I only recommend things I truly believe in, and Gousto has been a game-changer for us! When it comes to cooking, it’s so easy to fall into a rut—making the same meals overContinue reading “(AD) How a Meal Subscription Service Saved Us as New Parents (And Why We Still Use It 21 Months Later)”

Screen Time Boundaries That Work for Everyone

In today’s digital world, screens are everywhere—TVs, tablets, phones, and computers are a constant presence in our lives. As parents, especially those of us navigating neurodiversity or raising children with special educational needs, setting screen time boundaries can feel like an impossible task. We want to encourage balance while recognising that technology can be anContinue reading “Screen Time Boundaries That Work for Everyone”

A Journey Through Technology: From Clunky Typewriters to Powerful Smartphones

I often think back to the first computer we had at home. It was the 1980s, and we had a Macintosh, the same kind that was in schools at the time. The only reason we had one was because my dad was one of those people who went around teaching teachers how to use them.Continue reading “A Journey Through Technology: From Clunky Typewriters to Powerful Smartphones”