News: What messes with your head
Of soup and the lasso way
Quite a few of my HDR friends are working through the uni break. A handful of us are working through the chapters of our thesis. I was feeling particularly stressed about all the unwritten chapters I still had to work on. I realised I needed a bit of a break so I organised a catch-up with a few of my peers. We were all keen to watch (starring Jason Sudeikis) together and I made a big batch of soup for everyone.
Goodbye to the family home
My parents have had their home (the house I spent the bulk of my childhood in in Loxton) on the market for almost two years, but it came as an almost complete surprise to get a message from Mum this week informing my and my brother that they had finally sold!
Mindful walking
I am finding that a daily walk is the perfect pace and balance between exercise and finding a space to practice mindfulness.
Let's get artsy!
I’ve always had a love for creativity and art, but I often feel swamped with other responsibilities and uni work! Holidays are the perfect time to get back in touch with art – whether that’s sketching in a café, painting with acrylics or attending a social art class. Check out my recommendations!
How I missed Game of Thrones
When it comes time to admit to people that I didn't watch Game of Thrones, I’m met with a variety of reactions, usually shock, sometimes disgust. How could I possibly have missed out?
Progress not perfection: power through writer’s block
The campus is quieter these days. Most of the students are finishing up with exams and deadlines. I’m not too sure what other HDR students are doing over the break but I’ll be writing.
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A camping trip
I went on a big ol’ camping trip! It helped me feel better in more ways than I thought it would. Here’s a few things that I learnt…
Holidays! What to do with my time?
I’ve officially finished first semester with the completion of an assignment (finally)! I can’t help but feel a sense of emptiness with a mixture of freedom and excitement. What should I do now? Should I push myself to be productive? Should I initiate plans with old friends? Should I start a new hobby? The possibilities are endless (apart from interstate travel)! Keep reading for my reflections and recommendations.
NAIDOC week 2021: Heal Country!
This week, 4 to 11 July, is NAIDOC Week. It is an annual occasion that celebrates and honours the history, culture, contribution, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Â
My complicated relationship with The Walking Dead
used to be a major fan of The Walking Dead, but what was once an exciting, explosive, and emotional tale of survival in a post-zombie apocalypse world became an overblown, network TV-style melodrama.
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