I’m sure you have heard it a thousand times: Be kind to yourself. It is easier said than done. Especially, when you are very hard on yourself like I am - or was. (It’s a gradual process, but I am trying!) How do you escape that familiar mindset? Several therapists…

The Corona pandemic is not only affecting us on a physical level. It has also a severe impact on our mental health. Especially during the strict lockdown phases, the number of cases of depression, anxiety disorders, and other mental health issues has risen sharply. The big question is: How can…

When you start to write professionally, you can’t count on your muse showing up when you need her. You better prepare for plan B! Unfortunately, muses have a mind of their own and are very unreliable personalities. They show up to your party when they feel like it. …

More than any other profession, writers struggle with their calling. We sit in front of a blank page. At this moment, everything sounds more appealing to us than to write. We rather clean the bathroom to perfection. Declutter our messy drawers. Devote ourselves to our most hated tasks. We go…

When I tried to write perfectly, it almost got me to the point of not writing at all. For a long time I was in total writer’s block. After graduating from film school, I put a lot of pressure on myself to succeed. I studied for so many years, living…

Better, faster, stronger! That’s how we wish to perform in our daily lives. But with everything that is going on, that is not always as easy as it sounds. …

We get invited to plenty of regular BBQs. So why not make yours a little special? 3 ways — how you can style up your BBQ — so it’s more fun, more memorable and has a unique twist to it! 1. Hawaiian BBQ Hawaiian BBQ Fruity and exotic tasting marinades for your meat…

Do you daydream of some relaxing vacations? If you plan your spring or summer vacation now, you can get some pretty good deals! When you book early, you can often get amazing deals for vacation packages or flights. But you have to know where and how to find them. …