Most women underestimate themselves and their potential. Be inspired by stories of women who have gone on journeys leading to business or personal development success, travel to far-flung places or challenges for charity. These posts will help you change your life for the better.
While 60% of Mozambicans live close to the ocean and most depend on it for their food and livelihood, many of them – and particularly girls – do not know how to swim. So, finding a young female surfer in the coastal town of Tofo Beach is a rare occurrence. Here is Julia’s story about…
After a disappointing home education day, we watched Suffragettes confident it would be great as it was presented by Lucy Worsley who we have seen on telly before.. We love history and like myself, my 14 year old daughter is vocal on women’s issues. To his credit, my husband watched the programme with us. My…
I love to feature inspirational women on my blog. I am a big fan of the Granny Butterfly books for children. So I was delighted when children’s author Jean agreed to share her personal story with me. Early life of a children’s author I was born on the 14th January 1943 and lived in a…
Helping women is a big part of what I try to do with my blogging. So it is always great to highlight women and particularly those who are improving the life chances of other women. Here is a guest post from Cherry who works for the Renewal Trust in Nottingham. It’s a rare thing these…
If I had to come up with one absolute must-have in any home it would be light. Of course as we also like our homes to be stylish that includes investing in interesting and effective lighting. I wanted to introduce you to the work of Lighting Designer Paula Arntzen from Studio Arntzen. She specialises in concept development,…
You might’ve noticed a new trend emerging amongst women that’s to do with their self-appreciation and confidence. It is the rise of the self-love ring; some women are even taking it as far as marrying themselves and others are in a relationship referred to as ‘sologamy’. Angelic Diamonds, online diamond retailers, investigate: What are self-love…
.Recently I have watched Emmerdale on the television and seen how the character Belle is hearing voices. An old friend used to experience this and is one of the most impressive people I know because he used that experience to go on to help others in a kind and caring way. Today I am sharing Molly’s…
Escaping the rat race is something we all dream of from time to time. It takes an idea followed by action. It really is as simple as that although negative self-talk can stop that dream coming true. I hope you are inspired by Melissa’s story of leaving PR to pursue a dream in Africa. You…
What does it feel like when you have to give up a beloved career due to health issues? How do you move forward positively? If you are thinking of changing career or have challenging health issues currently, I hope you will take inspiration from Emma’s amazing story. Please tell us a little about your childhood…
Many of us dream of entering Masterchef and showing what we can do in the kitchen. Today, I am speaking to Angela who became a finalist on Masterchef following the loss of her beloved mum. She also tells us about her exciting skincare business. Tell us a little about your childhood and teenage years I…
I often ask women to share their stories on my blog. I think this one is one of the most unusual. I take from it that we should all be more like children in responding to life’s challenges and that if women use their heads, the world can change for the better. See what you…
Today I am sharing my interview with Ailsa Bosworth, the CEO and founder of NRAS – The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society which includes a little of her life story and the reason she started the charity along with tips for women. Thanks to her there is support for people with rheumatoid arthritis. Describe your childhood…
Infertility is usually a surprise initially and so many of assume becoming a parent will be straightforward and absolutely possible. Today I am sharing an interview with Berenice Smith who set up a website called Walk in our Shoes utilising her own experiences to offer support for people experiencing infertility. She helps others feeling the…
Baby safe jewellery is of not interest to you as a woman until you become a mum and suddenly you realise that wearing jewellery is now a luxury which you can’t indulge in easily. Put simply, babies love pulling at sparkly things! Today I am delighted to share my interview with Sarah who set up…
“Was this in the plan?” How often have you said that or something like it when life did not follow that path you expected when you were a child or young adult? For a fair few years now that saying has meant something different to me and many bloggers. It is the title of an…