Digital chatters of an introvert
What do you do if you find yourself facing an extremely powerful enemy who is intent on chasing you until the end of the earth? You stop running and start fighting back. I truly enjoyed reading Shadow and Bone (The first book of the series) and I couldn't wait to get started on the second... Continue Reading →
Shadow and Bone was adapted into a Netflix series earlier this year and I was hooked! When I completed season 1, I was so eager to get my own copy of the Shadow and Bone Trilogy and luckily, I was fortunate enough to find all three in Borders at Ibn Batuta Mall, Dubai, UAE. The... Continue Reading →
I like to read stories with a hint of sadness but as much as I enjoyed reading Finding Chika by Mitch Albom, I found it difficult to write this book review as it is such a heart-wrenching tale with a tragic ending. Finding Chika is a moving memoir of a girl named Medjerda ‘Chika’ Jeune,... Continue Reading →
Have you ever read a book that you couldn’t forget even after years of reading it? I read Chinese Cinderella by Adeline Yen Mah when I was still pursuing my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. It was summer and I was on my way back to my hometown for the holidays. Because I was traveling by... Continue Reading →
Have you ever thought about the value of a British pound coin? Not its monetary value but what it represents? For me, this never crossed my mind. A coin is a coin and money is money- you trade it for things that you either want or need. However, to Little Bee, the British pound coin... Continue Reading →
Finding a mentor at work is difficult. However, having Lean In in your book shelf is the equivalent of having a mentor that will not only guide you through the political landscape of the workplace but also to inspire you to pursue personal growth. Lean In: Women, Work and the Will to Lead was published... Continue Reading →
You say that you’re okay, but are you truly okay? It has been ages since I last picked a book to read and some time has passed since I wrote a book review. To be honest, I wasn’t even planning to add any more posts to my blog because I have been so busy. However,... Continue Reading →
What is the most difficult thing to manage in your life? This varies from person to person but for me, it was my weight. I was obese when I was younger and I spent most of my youth fighting off the pounds as I strived to be healthy. Losing weight was a struggle because as... Continue Reading →
Due to the impact of the Corona virus, we currently live in times where self-isolation and social distancing is the norm. The pandemic has affected each and every one of us differently. We’ve had to make necessary adjustments in order to adapt to the ‘new normal’ and yet, despite these trying circumstances, there is still hope. A glimmering ray of light at the end of the tunnel which promises that everything is going to be okay. Trying to survive each day can be challenging. However, it is possible to handle stress and anxiety in order manage your emotions and this article contains a few tips on how to do this.
Imagine this: Your clothes are being aired out to dry but here’s the catch. Those clothes aren’t clean, and it’s been ages since they were last washed. So, every time the wind blows, your neighbors get a whiff of your week-old socks and sweat soaked shirts. If people look hard enough, they can spot a... Continue Reading →
