a worldly addiction
by Adelaide Haynes
Stretch marks, cellulite and pimples oh my! a girl’s journey to love her body
How I’ve come to accept and love the skin I’m in.
First impressions of montreal
I called Montreal home for 6 months and survived the depths of winter. Here are my first impressions.
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Navigating Uncertainty and Workplace Insecurity
I recently found out that I’m losing my job. Which honestly didn’t come as a surprise given the economic impact that has hit higher education institutions across Australia. And whilst I am so grateful to have maintained my job throughout the pandemic, and realise how fortunate and lucky I have been to have a consistent… Continue reading →
These Are A Few Of My Favourite Things: OCTOBER 2020
Everything I wanted and more – October thanks for the good vibes and good times.… Continue reading →
Go on a solo trip, thank me later
When was the last time you didn’t have somewhere to be, someone to meet, some timeline or deadline? When you can do what you want, when you want.… Continue reading →
These Are A Few Of My Favourite Things: SEPTEMBER 2020
Trips to Newcastle, Sydney and the Blue Mountains, discovering my new favourite vegetable (as if you don’t have one), watching some amazing movies and spending some quality time with amazing people. … Continue reading →
These Are A Few Of My Favourite Things: AUGUST 2020
Playing touch footy, hiking around the north and south of Wollongong, a weekend trip to Canberra and some tunes that get my soul flying!… Continue reading →
Port Stephens: The most magical place on earth
There’s few places on earth I would refer to as truly magical. The South of Iceland, the mountains of Guatemala, the South West coast of Australia, the turquoise waters of Belize… they’re all pretty magical. But one place that I was lucky enough to grow up in, and somewhat call home to this day, is… Continue reading →
Chasing dreams and wanting different things
There’s certainly no such thing as a perfect break up. As the name suggests, when something breaks it often hurts. Something shatters and you have to be careful not to cut yourself as you pick up the fragments of broken glass. Perhaps it’s called a break ‘up’ because afterwards, everything is up in the air.… Continue reading →
These are a few of my favourite things: July 2020
What a rollercoaster of a month – August, come at me. … Continue reading →
6 Things I’ve Learnt From Seeing A Psychologist
The hardest part about seeing a psychologist is picking up the phone and making the first appointment. 12 months on, this is what I’ve learnt.… Continue reading →
These Are A Few Of My Favourite Things: JUNE 2020
I will be stronger, I will connect with myself and people around me, I will set goals and push myself, I will go slow and take time to do things that are important to me. Deep breath, let’s do this.… Continue reading →
These are a few of my favourite things: MAY 2020
I think I’d like to hold onto this way of life for a little while. One where my weekends aren’t always booked, where staying in my pjs all day is acceptable and putting myself first is always acceptable. … Continue reading →
These Are A Few Of My Favourite Things: MARCH + April2020
Wow – the first time in years I’ve missed a monthly recap. I guess these times are what they all ‘unprecedented.’ Here’s what’s been going on, how I’ve been getting through and surviving. … Continue reading →
The best of the best: recommendations to get you through isolation
My favourite things I watch, listen to, put on my face and lose track of time to… your isolation content survival guide!… Continue reading →
This is not business as usual
Be kind and patient. Assume that everyone is doing their best. Talk to loved ones and reach out, even if they seem fine, remember, this is not business as usual. … Continue reading →
These Are A Few Of My Favourite Things: FEBRUARY 2020
Losing some wisdom – or more like getting it removed – putting on a glittery dress and taking it one day at a time. … Continue reading →
Finding your voice and racing to learn
There is vulnerability and strength in admitting you are wrong, in not knowing things, in making mistakes and making the effort to evolve and grow. … Continue reading →
