I’ve always loved a good book—whether I’m curled up with a paperback or walking around with an audiobook in my ears. But what I didn’t realise until recently is how much I crave learning. Not just reading for pleasure (though that’s still very much part of my life), but the kind of learning that lightsContinue reading “Falling Back in Love with Learning: How Self-Development Books Reignited My Spark”
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If I Could Be Any Character, I’d Choose Ruth Bader Ginsburg (RBG) – Here’s Why
When I read today’s prompt — “If you could be any character from a book or movie, who would it be and why?” — I paused for a moment. So many names and faces flashed through my mind, from brave fictional warriors to real-life pioneers portrayed on the big screen. But after much thought, thereContinue reading “If I Could Be Any Character, I’d Choose Ruth Bader Ginsburg (RBG) – Here’s Why”
Why I’m Seriously Considering Getting a Service Dog for My POTS Syndrome (Even Though I’m Allergic to Dogs)
Living with POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) is a daily battle. Some days I can manage, others I feel like I’m stuck in a body that simply won’t cooperate. Parenting with POTS, alongside being autistic, having ADHD and dyslexia — while raising a neurodivergent toddler — can feel like an extreme sport with no instructionContinue reading “Why I’m Seriously Considering Getting a Service Dog for My POTS Syndrome (Even Though I’m Allergic to Dogs)”
If There Was One Job I Could Do for Free, It Would Be This One
If there was one job I could do for free—and truthfully, already do—it would be this: being an auntie. It’s not listed on any CV. It doesn’t come with a salary, a pension, or holiday leave. But it’s a role that has brought me some of the most meaningful, joy-filled, and proud moments of myContinue reading “If There Was One Job I Could Do for Free, It Would Be This One”
Why I’ll Always Watch the Paralympics (Even If I Miss the Olympics)
By Laura Johnstone I’ve never really been one to sit down and religiously watch the Olympics. I admire the talent and the dedication, of course, but it’s never been something I grew up watching or felt deeply connected to. That started to shift when I met my husband. He loves it. I have fond memoriesContinue reading “Why I’ll Always Watch the Paralympics (Even If I Miss the Olympics)”
Why I’m Fighting for Change: Supporting the Neurodiverse and Prematurity Communities
Every one of us has a story that shapes how we see the world. Mine begins with being born at 28 weeks, in a time when neonatal care was just emerging. I survived, but my twin brother, Nicholas, did not. That early experience shaped me in ways I didn’t fully understand until I became aContinue reading “Why I’m Fighting for Change: Supporting the Neurodiverse and Prematurity Communities”
How Life Changed for Me Since the Pandemic: Finding My Voice Through Loss, Mental Health, and Motherhood
By Laura Johnstone – The Good, The Bad, and Your Parenting Journey It’s strange how a global event can completely reroute your life. When the pandemic hit, I never imagined how deeply it would change not just my daily routine—but my sense of self, my career, and my purpose. Before all of this, I wasContinue reading “How Life Changed for Me Since the Pandemic: Finding My Voice Through Loss, Mental Health, and Motherhood”
How My Morning Routine Changed After Becoming a Mum – And the One Thing That Stayed the Same
By Laura Johnstone There’s a lot of talk out there about having a “solid morning routine”—you know, the kind with yoga, green juice, journaling, and a perfectly made bed. But I think there’s something far more real (and meaningful) about a routine shaped not by perfection, but by love. Before Amelia was born, I tookContinue reading “How My Morning Routine Changed After Becoming a Mum – And the One Thing That Stayed the Same”
What Makes a Person Unique?
Daily Prompt Reflection – by Laura Johnstone Have you ever stopped to think—what makes me, me? Today’s daily prompt invites us to reflect on what makes a person truly unique. And for me, the answer isn’t simple. It’s a beautiful mix of nature, nurture, and life experience, shaped by how our brains work—whether we’re neurotypicalContinue reading “What Makes a Person Unique?”
Daily Prompt: If You Could Have Anything Named After You, What Would It Be?
When I saw today’s writing prompt—“If you could have anything named after you, what would it be?”—it got me thinking. Honestly? I don’t think I’d want anything named after me. No buildings, awards, or even a coffee blend (though I do love a strong cup of tea). But I would want something to live onContinue reading “Daily Prompt: If You Could Have Anything Named After You, What Would It Be?”
The bad and your parenting journey 