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I don't keep a traditional journal but I do find that writing things down helps me to remember, probably because I'm taking the time to think about the words and the reason for writing them.  Your journaling can take many forms such as setting out a list of personal goals, writing out a favourite quote or affirmation, tracking your daily tasks or writing an account of your day in a traditional diary format. Recently, I've been introduced to the #LoveYourLife campaign from stationery company, Pen Heaven . This campaign is to encourage the importance of making time for yourself, starting with just a few minutes each day using the theory that it only takes 21 days to make something a habit.  Your journal should be your creative outlet.  There are many videos on YouTube showing pretty journals with all manner of trackers (I've spend hour upon hour watching these) but ultimately, your journal is a place to dream without restraint; it is to help you realise...

Family holidays - they’re exciting, they’re fun, and they provide a great opportunity and setting for you to enjoy time with your kids, to relax (at opportune moments, of course), and cement cherishable memories for many years to come. Family holiday needn’t be stressful, as long as you’re able to give them the long and considered approach that they require, and keep your family entertained from day-to-day and to quell boredom, arguments, and stress subsequently. For four tips you can’t afford to miss before your departure date, continue to read on. Begin the search ahead of time You will likely have heard this one thousand times before, but you need to begin your search for places to go, and start booking flights, train journeys, and accommodation well in advance. You should do this in order to relieve some of the pressure off yourself, as well as try to save money and hunt for deals along the way. If you haven’t got a clear idea of where you’d like to go, then now is the...