As we begin another year of shining the spotlight on the history of my people, I am moved to jot a few lines down. It’s another year when various organisations and individuals participate in a myriad of activities to commemorate, celebrate and often to discover the history of the black race. I hate the word […]
Having time off from the 9 – 5 is a real blessing. It’s a chance to unwind, relax and rejuvenate. As I mentally prepare to return to work next week, I’m feeling blessed to be healthy, with a good support system to keep me focused on what really matters. In between my childcare duties these […]
Recent events have compelled me to reflect on the world we live in. We’ve come a long way in terms of technological advances, yet we have made little progress in some other areas including race relations. We can fly to Mars, yet we can’t live in peace on earth. How ironic! How sad! Now, more […]
I live each day of my life with a grateful heart. I try my best to see the blessings in the ‘disappointments’ and the lucky escapes in the last minute changes to plans which are often out of my control. ‘Bouncebackability’ is a trait that I am grateful to have been blessed with or is […]
I’m taking a sabbatical from the ‘Positive Vibes’ weekly feature post this week to share some thoughts on life and choosing to live positively. As someone said recently, “we don’t always get a chance to choose our path in life. We choose how to live it”. These wise words were spoken by a man […]
This week’s activities have been varied, however my overwhelming reflections are positive. It felt like I was making a real difference to as many people’s lives as I could. It got me thinking about how we can ‘add value’ to others with our actions and choices in life. Anyone who knows me well knows […]
Why put barriers up or obstacles in your own way? Life is already full of many challenges that we often have no control over. So, it goes without saying that we must change the things we can. Yes, focus on your circle of influence and start making changes today. Carpe diem! Dream big, work hard […]
The pursuit of work-study-life balance can feel like a relentless battle with peaks and troughs of mixed emotions. Some days, I feel it is working while other days can feel like I’m trekking up Mount Everest. Still, like Maya Angelou so eloquently said, “I rise”. I rise because I know it is worth doing. I […]
Originally posted on Nichole McIntosh FRSA, Hon DUniv (BNU), Hon DUniv (LSBU):
Like many people at this time of the year, I’m on a ‘summer break’ from work and studies so just a few lines to share with you really briefly. The ‘break’ has really reminded me that, if your compassion does not include yourself,…
Welcome to the second post in my weekly Positive Vibes feature. Here’s the link to the first feature’s post: http://linkis.com/wordpress.com/sTtQ6 Here’s the tweet for the tweeters too😉: https://twitter.com/mcintoshnichole/status/691053485366730754 Thanks for the ‘positive vibes’ that you sent my way with your likes and comments last week. Your feedback really means a lot and I will continue […]
Nichole McIntosh FRSA, Hon DUniv (BNU), Hon DUniv (LSBU) 