I was recently thinking about why the rich and poor do not mix together very often. Why? Are we not all the same human beings? Well, the truth is: maybe not. Not in the sense that the rich and poor are not equally valuable, or that poor people should not have access to the same opportunities because they totally should. What I mean is that the culture, tastes, environments and upbringing of these two groups are so different that it is almost like they speak a different l

Our world is full of contradictions. For example, sometimes having less can make you think you have more as you learn to value what you have. Another example would be that when you learn more, it can make you feel like you know less. It is the same when it comes to giving and receiving. Both are important, but giving is arguably more important than receiving. The importance of giving At a surface level, it may seem like receiving something is greater than giving somethin

These brownies are perfect for when you want some squidgy chocolate, but you don't want to eat something heavy and unhealthy. Packed full of fibre and vitamins, they have their own unique texture and taste compared to that of a normal brownie!

Jazz up your potatoes with this easy recipe! These miso-roasted potatoes are crispy, salty, flavourful and full of umami!

Here are some of my all-time favourite toast toppings I eat over and over! I hope you find some new combos to love as well :)

This is a very tasty and beginner-friendly recipe. (Although I haven't specified the quantities of the seasoning so you can adjust it to your taste and ingredients like you should! My tip would be to start with a small amount and increase little by little. You can always add more, but you can't take out!) Recipe Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 1 jar sun-dried tomatoes in oil (280g) 1 can cannellini beans (400g) A sprinkle of onion powder A pinch of garlic powder A pinch of sal

This is a versatile recipe that you can use as a topping for toast, crackers or even as a healthy frosting for cakes and muffins!

Some comical descriptions about the type of person who chooses a certain job. Maybe some of them resonate with you! (Note: These are not intended to upset anyone; of course many people have many different reasons behind why they choose a job!)

Time: 30 minutes Serves: 8 people Ingredients: 8 eggs 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 onion diced small 5 cups cooked rice, one day old (about 1.5 cups of uncooked rice) Soya sauce Butter Black pepper Method: In a frying pan, add some oil and fry the onion on a medium heat for 15-20 minutes until soft and sweet. In another frying pan, add the olive oil and eggs. Stir whilst the eggs are cooking to ensure they are scrambled well. Once the eggs are nearly cooked, add the onion and rice to t

Practical tips on revising and relaxing - both of which are very important to ensure optimal performance in an exam!

Top tips for effective relaxation! Non sleep deep rest. A term coined by Dr Andrew Huberman, this is a way of completely relaxing without falling asleep. It is highly effective in reducing stress and re-setting the brain for a fresh approach to studying again. Even just 5 minutes is highly effective, but longer periods of 10 or 20 minutes can help to reset the nervous system to ensure full focus for learning. I also like to adapt the method by additionally using the Feldenkr

If you are struggling to concentrate, or are feeling that your brain has been fully used and needs a break, this is a really quick and effective way of clearing your head so you can get back to that important project you are working on! My full brain reset is a mix of three techniques: Andrew Huberman's non-sleep deep rest, Feldenkrais' covering the eyes and an adaptation of progressive muscle relaxation. By utilising all three of these techniques at the same time, you c

If you find yourself constantly comparing your wealth to others or constantly being dissatisfied with what you have, this post is for you. Why do we chase money? Really think about this for a moment. We often dream of owning larger houses or accessing exclusive opportunities. However, that is just a comparison between us and somebody else. We only want these things because others tell us that we want them. If you imagined that every opportunity in life had equal value, y

Recipe Makes: For 4 people Ingredients: 2 blocks firm tofu (approx. 800g total) 2 1/2 Tbsp soya sauce 1 Tbsp olive oil 2-3cm piece ginger 1tsp onion granules 1/4tsp garlic granules Method: 1. Put tofu in a tofu press and squeeze for about 30 minutes. (If you don't have a tofu press, place the tofu in a large tray and put a chopping board with a weight on top of it.) 2. Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius/ 356 degrees Fahrenheit 3. Grate the ginger 4. Cut the tofu into bite

Here are some practical tips you can use when actually learning new content. Remember, everyone learns differently, so not all of these suggestions will apply to you, but it is worth trying them out because I found them very useful!

Defining your mindset and goals is the first step towards effective learning and great achievements! Motivation Motivation is key. You need to know why you are doing what you are doing so that you can stay on track even when things get tough. The best form of motivation is something internal. For example, you want to get a good grade because you want to make yourself proud, or because you love what you are studying and want to get better at it. However, in the case that

Overview To overcome your fears, you must attack them head on. By that, I mean you must identify what you fear, break it down into small steps and do the smallest thing you can. That may start with visualising what you will do to prepare yourself to act, or taking the first tiny step forwards. You work on the thing you fear until you get feedback that enables you to realise that there is actually nothing to fear. There is absolutely no point in ignoring your fears, or t

Tamagoyaki is a popular rolled omelette eaten in Japan. However, you cannot easily buy the rectangular frying pan used to roll the egg in Western countries, so here is a simplified circular omelette version instead! Ingredients 3 eggs 1/2 Tbsp soya sauce 1 tsp sugar Method Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk well. Add the soya sauce and sugar and mix. Heat a medium sized frying pan with a bit of oil. Pour all of the egg mixture in and cook on a medium high heat. Once the egg

Do you have a loving family? Or do you think that your family relationships could improve? Here I will explore some of the things that I think makes a beautiful family.

Many times, we do not take a risk because we are afraid of losing what we have. Perhaps you dream of starting a business, or of quitting the conventional path of studying at university to become a street performer. Maybe you feel trapped in your situation because you have bills to pay, or children to feed. Of course, if you are a parent, you are responsible for your children, and must never put them in harm’s way, but just for this moment, imagine you lost everything. Your jo