Author: Astrid Februarie
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Goodbye anxiety & doubt, this is the year I start taking care of myself
Note to self: stop worrying about what other people have to say about your plans, your feelings, and your decisions in life. You are the you that matters, when it comes to turning your dreams into action.
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The glitch that stole my payslip, and how I fought back
The first big step to realising your financial goals is knowing what you’re really worth. The next big step is setting out to prove it.
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The big, tough lesson I learned about myself when I finally quit my job
Going the extra mile in the workplace can sometimes lead you too far away from your own best interests. That’s when it’s a good time to ask yourself whether there is a difference between self-care, and selfishness
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Life is a moving experience, but it always leads you home
I always start each move by packing up my room, clothes and shoes. I then move onto my kitchen and the living room. Finally, my prized possessions take the longest to pack. I have a habit of going through each photo album, old letters from friends, and every birthday card I had ever received.
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The day I shook the hand of a mythical man named Madiba
All the children, lined up at the back of the church. He had wanted to greet each and every one personally.
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How Zoe, my Facebook friend, saved me from homelessness
I eventually gave up looking for a place closer to work. It made me feel like no one wanted me in their space. I started wondering what was wrong with me. Then, after about a month, I met a girl named Zoe.