2018 Overview: The Gratitude Journal

December 31, 2018September 4, 2019 / Ash Alves / 21 Comments

As we wait patiently to usher in the new year, many of us take this time to reflect and make plans for the year ahead. I always find this time of the year very intense. Not only is it the holidays and my birthday month, I typically find myself in deep contemplative mood throughout December. … Continue reading 2018 Overview: The Gratitude Journal

Toxic Family

November 27, 2018September 4, 2019 / Ash Alves / 15 Comments

There comes a time when you start to analyze your family relationships and ask yourself whether they are fulfilling or not. It’s painful to admit that certain family members are toxic and don’t always have our best interest at heart. You might have to make a decision whether to cut ties completely or maintain a … Continue reading Toxic Family

Reminder 102

August 2, 2018September 4, 2019 / Ash Alves / 4 Comments

How to survive a job you hate

July 28, 2018October 5, 2019 / Ash Alves / 19 Comments

Do you frequently walk into work each morning and think ughhh not this again? I know that feeling all too well! Waking up to a 9 to 5 job everyday feels like you never left work. One minute you're making your way home and the next you're turning off the alarm for work the next … Continue reading How to survive a job you hate

Bag Lady

July 7, 2018September 4, 2019 / Ash Alves / Leave a comment

Loneliness

June 15, 2018September 4, 2019 / Ash Alves / 7 Comments

Loneliness has been the darkness in my life that always finds its way to haunt me. When I begin to feel like I've finally overcome it, I find myself feeling isolated and lonely all over again. The truth is I've always enjoyed my own company. However for the past few years I spent long periods … Continue reading Loneliness

Whilst in the shadows

June 7, 2018September 4, 2019 / Ash Alves / 3 Comments

A reminder: You are not defined by your mistakes

May 15, 2018September 4, 2019 / Ash Alves / Leave a comment

You can't keep holding yourself hostage to your previous wrongdoings. They do not define you but add character to your life's story. You owe it to yourself to let go and forgive. You can't beat yourself down about something you know better about now. That version of you no longer exists anymore. Whilst you have … Continue reading A reminder: You are not defined by your mistakes

You’re too Sensitive!

April 29, 2018September 4, 2019 / Ash Alves / 6 Comments

If you're sensitive you're probably well accustomed to hearing phrases like "it's not that deep" or "you take everything so personal". This may be true! However for us sensitive folks it's much more complex than just simply getting over ourselves. Deciphering between whether our emotional responses are valid verses taking things too seriously is very … Continue reading You’re too Sensitive!