Lessons from 36 trips around the sun

Recently I celebrated my birthday. Birthdays for me have always been a time of reflection and of planning for the year ahead. This year I took the time to reflect on what I think are some key lessons I have learned and I’m sharing them here.

• Time slows down when you are truly present

• Multi tasking doesn’t work for me. Focussing on one thing at a time means I do it quicker and do it right the first time.

• Time with loved ones is the most precious thing we can have. It is worth far more than material possessions.

• Invest in your skincare and education - they will always be money well spent.

• Qualifications are important but experience counts for so much more.

• Your quirks are what make you, you. The world would be boring if we were all the same.

• You are enough, just as you are.

• It is safe to show people who you really are. If they don’t like it, that’s their problem. Having people see the real you and love you just as you are is the best feeling.

• A hug from a loved one can fix most things.

• A good nights sleep can fix most things.

• Spend more time creating, less consuming.

• If it makes you feel shit, stop doing it.

• Health and wellness doesn’t have to be complicated. Move more, drink water, eat real food.

• It is ok to change your mind.