Love languages is a topic I for one am very intrigued by! In this episode I take the infamous love languages test to rank the 5 love languages; physical touch, acts of service, quality time, words of affirmation and gift-giving. I then breakdown what this means for me in my life. I recommend taking the quiz yourself!
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This week Viola, also known as @thecrankydamsel on Instagram, comes on the podcast to chat about everything Edinburgh, travel and content creation. Viola is a fellow Edinburgh girlie and so we discuss life in Edinburgh as a student, our favourite local spots and things to do as well as the inspiration and creativity behind Viola’s content creation on Instagram. We also talk about Viola’s travels and her role as editor for a lifestyle magazine. Viola makes the most aesthetic Edinburgh content and reminds me to romanticise the city. The episode is super fun and inspiring and I hope you enjoy listening.
Viola's Instagram @thecrankydamsel
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Friendship is a BIG topic that I have touched on before but have been thinking about a lot recently and wanted to dive into further on the podcast. We talk all things making friends, maintaining friendships, friendship advice and those horrible friendship breakups... lots of love, Niamh xxx
At the start of 2023, one of my favourite podcasts Already Friends (I recommend!) published their '8 Dimensions of Wellness' series. I was inspired by the Already Friends podcast to reflect on the different areas of my life that add up to my overall wellness. My intellectual, financial, physical, social, emotional, environmental, occupational and spiritual wellness. I discuss how I divide my time to make sure I prioritise each area and achieve an overall balance in my life.
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This week I have an exciting guest joining me. Lucy Woodward is the host of the podcast Lucy Talks, formerly known as Space to Learn. On her podcast, Lucy shares about her life and interests in a fun, informative and engaging way. In this episode, we discuss uni life, Lucy's experience as a woman in STEM, future careers in sustainability, the importance of creativity and Lucy's feelings about life after uni. I hope you enjoy listening and go check out Lucy's podcast!
Lucy's links:
Lucy Talks email - spacetolearnpodcast@gmail.com
Stuff we chatted about:
Unjaded Jade's YouTube video on post graduation feelings
Mo Gawdat's book Solve for Happy
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In this episode I go through the popular '36 questions to fall in love'... I mean I don't want to make you all fall in love with me, but I thought it would be fun to go through these deep questions and you can get to know me better and think about your own answers as well as ask your friends or a partner some of these questions. Here's to being honest and open even when it's scary! Lots of love ;) Niamh xxx
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It is officially summer and I have been consuming loads of summer content and been channeling the best vibes. I want to share these with you today! All the summer 2023 vibes that I am manifesting for us all. Lots of love, Niamh xxx
Mentioned in the episode:
Creative directing your summer by What We Said ft. Ty French
Summer of self love by The Matcha Diaries
Summer bucket list 2023 by Gals on the Go
Summer bucket list (to have the best summer ever) by On My Mind
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As a natural pessimist, it is important for me to look for the small moments in life which spark joy. This can be anything from a sunset to a good book, and I suggest many more examples in this episode. Let's change our mindset and look for positivity and magic in the everyday and romanticise an ordinary life.
UnJaded Jade's YouTube Channel
Ava Jules' Podcast 'On My Mind'
This episode I discuss my recent solo road trip around Scotland and share some tips on solo travel and my reflections after spending so much time on my own. I hope this episode inspires you to get out of your comfort zone and do the dang thing you want to do.
I've been thinking a lot about being in my 20s and how it makes me feel. The pressures and stereotypes can weigh you down but I want to provide you with some reassurance that it's all normal. You're not alone! Comparison is the thief of joy but it doesn't have to win.
My episode on my thoughts about entering my 20s, aka the 'defining decade'
Megan Short's podcast episode on being in your 20s
Today we are chatting all things books and reading. I am doing Steph Bohrer's book recommendation tag and going through my summer TBR (To Be Read) list. I hope you find some new recommendations! Happy reading and happy listening xxx
Link to read my newspaper articles
You have probably been asked this question a lot - meeting new people, personality tests, weird job surveys etc. and today I thought we should think about what it means to be introverted, extroverted or somewhere in between.
Link to read my newspaper articles
Today we are chatting about what brings joy and energy to recharge me versus what drains me and depletes my energy. I share some (not very unique!) helpful and easy tips for energy givers and give some insight into what I do to keep myself charged up mentally, physically and socially.
Megan Short's podcast episode on social media
Link to read my newspaper articles
Love and soulmates are topics I have been thinking about a lot lately and so I thought it was time to make an episode. I talk about the concept of soulmates and its origins, I give my opinion and also talk about what brings me love in my life.
Lots of love, Niamh xxx
Link to read my newspaper articles
Inspired by a newspaper article I wrote a while ago for my University paper, I decided to share with you some of my tips for self care. I hope this helps you build the ultimate self care schedule for yourself.
Link to read my newspaper articles
This episode is a bit of a brain dump of all the things I have been feeling lately but also reflects the conversations I have been having with friends. I realised I am not the only one experiencing this struggle between trying to push yourself and trying to be kind and gentle with yourself. I try to give some advice and remind you that we are doing this together and there is support out there. I hope this episode brings you some comfort and makes you feel seen and heard.
Link to read my newspaper articles
I have been inspired after writing some of my recent newspaper articles to chat about all things celebrating women and Women's History Month! In this episode I discuss female friendship, TV shows and some ways to celebrate the inspiring women in your life. This is for all listeners - not just women!
Link to read my newspaper articles
This episode is about protecting your peace by getting rid of bad energy and low vibrational things in your life such as horror films and true crime documentaries. I share ways I try to protect my peace and give some ideas for how you can protect yours to have a better day to day experience.
Link to read my newspaper articles
This episode is about the importance of having a hobby and the benefits it can bring. I discuss lots of different types of hobbies and share some of mine with you.
Link to read my newspaper articles
Are you feeling lucky? If you are then you may already understand the magic that comes with lucky girl syndrome but if you're not, then let me introduce you to the life-changing magic of changing your mindset.
Link to read my newspaper articles