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WE MOVED IN: FRIST CHRISTMAS IN OUR FIRST HOME

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Right, I’m not gonna lie the past 8 weeks have been an absolute whirlwind and I haven’t had time to document our renovation journey on the blog up to now. I managed the first week, but after that it was all systems go to get things done in time for Christmas. I will go back now I have a bit more time and write some more renovation updates to look back on though! For now, I am thrilled to be able to say that we are officially moved in to our first home and it was just in time for Christmas!

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BLOGMAS – DAY 7: SHINE A LIGHT & PEACE OF MIND AT CHRISTMAS CAMPAIGNS

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Part of my role as a wellbeing champion at the University of Worcester involves coming up with original campaigns that promote or aid wellbeing. As we have established, I absolutely adore Christmas, so one of favourite times to come up with ideas during the festive season. Whilst to me this time of year is magical, Christmas can be a really difficult time for some – it is easy to feel lonely, isolated or anxious. As a result I always endeavour to come up with a Christmas campaign that raises awareness of these issues. Continue reading “BLOGMAS – DAY 7: SHINE A LIGHT & PEACE OF MIND AT CHRISTMAS CAMPAIGNS” →

SOCIAL NIGHTS ARE THE BEST NIGHT’S

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I recently did an interview for BBC Hereford and Worcester about drinking culture at university. I found the interview ridiculous as they were basically trying to dig dirt and paint us student’s in the typical negative light. I wasn’t having any of it and as a result they decided to cut our interview content and seek out randomers in town that would give in to the stereotype and tell them what they wanted to hear.

Since then I’ve been reflecting on my experience of the social side of university and I can honestly say I wouldn’t have it any other way. I am a hardworking individual with four part time jobs, a committee position within my society and am on track for a sound grade in my degree all of which I balance alongside my social inventory. If I choose to go and let my hair down once or twice a week when I can find time then why should that be a bad thing? I thought I would write this blog as a reminder of why socialising with your friends and letting off steam is so important at university.  Continue reading “SOCIAL NIGHTS ARE THE BEST NIGHT’S” →

A WEEK AT THE THEATRE

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This week I got to spend most of my time back in my favourite theatre, as I worked backstage for my old secondary school’s show – Evita. The Borough Theatre in Abergavenny was literally my second home growing up. I used to do three musicals and one pantomime there a year and rehearse there four days a week, so it was such a welcome feeling being back. However, this time I swapped performing for being part of the backstage crew and here’s how I got on. Continue reading “A WEEK AT THE THEATRE” →

UNI FRIENDS ARE THE BEST FRIENDS

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So the past few weeks have been some of the toughest I’ve faced since starting uni. My daily routine is getting up at 6:15am and getting home at midnight every night. I have a production of Grease to put on, exams and deadlines around every corner and Alex is on placement all day everyday so I don’t get to see him much either. How do I do it? This is a question I am asked daily – “how do you do it all”, “how do you fit everything you do into one day” etc, etc. The answer is I have absolutely no idea! I’m a firm believer in making the most of every minute I’m at university but lately things have gotten a little too much even for me. However, the one thing I can always rely on to pick me up and dust me off is my amazing group of uni friends.  Continue reading “UNI FRIENDS ARE THE BEST FRIENDS” →