Sarah Chircop

We go on vacation to take a break from our daily lives, but what happens when we get back? It is easy to build up anticipation for an upcoming holiday! After all, you likely put in a lot of effort into booking and planning the trip. When you arrive at your destination you may feel ecstatic and ready to enjoy the holiday to its fullest. However all good things come […]

Many people are on a quest to live a longer and healthier life. While you can't live forever here are a few habits you can implement to lengthen your lifespan. Take The Stairs Getting into the habit of taking the stairs can bring a wealth of health benefits. A study indicated that spending about 4-6 minutes of heart-pumping movement throughout the day can lower your risk of dying earlier. As […]

While you may have heard of the words "innit" or "lad", these are some lesser known British slang phrases. Sit back and pour yourself a cuppa while you learn some British slang! A few sandwiches short of a picnic This phrase means someone who lacks common sense. Anorak Anoraks are people who are a little bit geeky, with strong interests in niche topics. Anorak can also be used as a […]

"Barbie" had huge success with its release! Here are some of the movies "Barbie" took inspiration from and payed an homage to.  2001: A Space Odyssey The opening shot of "Barbie" is a shot-by-shot spoof of the opening sequence to Stanley Kubrick's "2001: A Space Odyssey" An American in Paris Greta Grewig, the director of "Barbie", said that Barbie's morning routine was inspired by a similar scene in "An American […]

You may have experienced the ick before. You're feeling comfortable with a person and then, all of a sudden, they do something that gives you the ick. But why does this happen? What Is The Ick? The ick is a negative feeling or reaction towards a person you are dating or involved with. This can stem from an action, habit, behaviour or personality trait of the person. This cringe feeling […]

You might have come across one of these NPC streams while scrolling through the app. Without any context the content seems pretty strange, yet the trend has gone viral! What Is NPC Streaming? 'NPC' is an acronym for 'Non-Player Character', a term used to refer to video game characters that the player will only interact with for a short amount of time. NPC's usually have a few lines that they […]

Looking for that special someone can be challenging but the tool you need to spice up your dating life is right at your fingertips! ChatGPT can help you optimise your dating profile but make sure you don't overuse it. Use It To Help Answer Dating App Prompts Avoid creating a generic profile or revealing too much detail by utilizing AI tools to help you answer prompts. You may get stuck […]

Ageing is a natural part of life, yet so many are scared of it. So why is it that ageing is so scary? The Effects Of Ageing It's true that your physical and cognitive abilities decrease as you age. However, your overall mental health, mood, sense of well-being, and your ability to handle stress improve right up until the very end of your life. Even though aging comes with a […]

While taking a nap may seem straightforward there could be more to it than meets the eye! Here are some tips to help you feel well rested and not wake up groggy after your nap. Take A Nap Before 3pm If you're feeling tired try to plan your nap for before 3pm. The best time to sleep is between 12pm and 2pm when most people experience a dip in their […]