2020 is the year that America faced the highest rates of gun violence in seven years. It is the year that Britain finally withdrew from the European Union (hmm). It is the year the whole world was faced with a global pandemic, the year when everything was put on hold. The year that we stood together for the Black Lives Movement protesting for equality. 2020 is the year that will change everything, a year we will never forget.
Author Archives: Dearreality
Reflection
My hands have been practically itching after the day I’ve had at uni and after time to reflect it seems to be totally in keeping with the current tone of my blogs. It is true when people say that literature is all around us and at this moment in time I am engulfed in a …
The meaning of happiness
What is happiness? What does it mean to you? Reading Brave New World has left my brain boggled, its intensity has altered my thoughts, my outlook if you will. It has put into question; the meaning of happiness. Happiness is no doubt a (subjective) feeling that everyone hopes for, however, the ache for happiness can …
Take a break
Remember that taking a break can lead to breakthroughs. Just take it, take the break that your mind, body and soul ache for. There is certainly no shame in accepting that you’re tired. We are all human. This is can be a break from absolutely ANYTHING. Over my exam period earlier on in the year …
Living at your own pace
There are no laws to life, regardless of age, if you’re happy with the pace of your life then please I beg of you, ignore conventional expectations. I’ve seen quite a few posts stating the confusion with respects to whether you’re up to speed (shall we call it) with your life. Have you had a …
In-between
Anyone else feeling extremely strange at the minute, or is it just me? It’s that time of year when you don’t know whether you’re coming or going, is it summer? Is it autumn? Is it winter? You never know with England. Your unconscious is currently singing Christmas songs and then telling itself to f*** off. …
Choosing the right path
I hate to break it to you but i cannot help you choose the right path within a blog, however, if I could I would. I want to share my educational/career path experience in the hope that it may encourage you to discover the right choice for you. I studied English Literature, Psychology and Dance …
Living with a loved one’s depression
Don’t let mental health issues sabotage a chance at making a relationship work, whether that be a partner, friend, family member etc. To anyone who is currently carrying the weight of someone elses depression, I salute you. If you feel as if you’re struggling, read on… The three steps When you can, always refer to …
A note to your mental health
Brace yourself. Instagram polls, I’ve said it again, I know. Over the past couple of days I have asked a series of questions in terms of mental health which honestly saddened me. I’m not exactly shocked at how many people struggle with their mental health, but I am disgruntled by the lack of strategies, help …
A never ending road to recovery
So, back to reality and prepare for a bit of a lengthy read (sorry not sorry). Honestly, I can say that I have had my fair share of strange years, especially the past couple of years facing up to my own reality; which is something that I found and still find difficult. Of course I …
Dear Reality 