The raggedy man in Birmingham
As of September, I became a resident of Birmingham. Since then, I have frequented the city centre dozens of times for job interviews, work and leisurely purposes. As much as I love the city of Birmingham and what it offers,…
Overcoming Readers Block
Reader’s Block: a term used to describe the period of time when no book can maintain your attention. We’ve all experienced it at some point; the times when you just can’t focus on a book or nothing interests you, so…
The myths I was told about University
The following is a list of myths I was told about university, both before going and whilst I was there. I am going to tell you what they were and debunk them, to ease any anxieties future students may have! You…
A guide to staying safe in Aberystwyth
When I knew I was going to university, I had many anxieties about what I would face there: drugs, spiking of drinks, prankster room-mates, sexual harassment, Freshers’ Flu and bullying. I’ve heard a lot of people think that I am…
You deserve more than a part time friend
We’ve all known one: someone who has been a part of our lives for a while, to the extent that we describe them as a friend. They’re with you for some great times, and you wouldn’t think twice about inviting…
The real horror behind Ashley Madison
It’s a deep and fiery debate that has many sides and too many personal grievances – is it morally correct to ‘cheat’ on your partner? From the outset I, as millions of others, would argue that it is not. Cheating…
A Level Results Day & Overcoming Obstacles
It’s A Level results day today, and it has got me thinking – as it does every year – about my own experiences. I want to spend a little time discussing how far I’ve come since doing my own A…
Mental Health Awareness week
Unfortunately for many people living in this country, this is still a ‘case of the blues’ or being ‘moody’ or ‘miserable’ and not ‘appreciating life’. Of course, mental health still isn’t fully appreciated and understood. It’s why this week has…
My quest for a successful career
With Christmas swiftly descending upon me, and the door closing upon an eventful 2014, I would like to take a chance to reflect on where I have come from and where I hope to go; both academically and professionally. I…
