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Best of: Martin Scorsese films
In case you missed it, Martin Scorsese’s new film, The Irishman—about the Buffalino crime family and their connection to infamous Teamster Jimmy Hoffa—landed on Netflix on the 27th of November after a limited cinema release.
Of success and supportive workplaces: wellbeing in the workplace
I’ve nearly finished transcribing 12 hours of audio-recorded information, which will form the data corpus for my next couple of studies. I am examining the broad area of equality and overcoming barriers in the workplace from a psychological perspective. The data discusses issues from workplace flexibility for everyone through to gender pay gaps. I have to admit, listening and recording all the data has made me reflect on my own personal experiences in the various workplaces I have been in, most especially the ones I have been fortunate enough to be a part of this year.
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Where to live?
As 2019 draws to a close, and I’m as unorganised as ever, I rapidly need to decide on where I’m going to live. Everyone is different, but there are a few key things I want in my accommodation.
Squashing the idea of the dream job
I recently read Sascha’s blog post on ‘, and I have some musings of my own I’d like to share.
How do you deal with disappointment?
It can be hard when things don’t go to plan, or don’t go your way. It’s all well and good to have high hopes and dreams, but when they don’t turn out, how do you deal with it? It can be a real knock and can put you off taking similar risks in the future.
Bed time routine
I am the type of person who needs at least 8 hours of sleep a night. I have tried to survive the day on 7 hours or less, and I become a cranky mess by 3PM. Every time.
Done
I just submitted my last assignment, for my last course, for my whole degree. That’s it. It’s done.
House mates: Episode 7 - The exam grumpies
Everything is always changing. The exam grumpies have gripped the house hold.  Another year is drawing to a close and everyone seems to go there separate ways, but it’s not over yet!
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Post-exam void
Exams are all done. I am free. So free in fact, I have no idea what to do…