Welcome to my third week of Happy Friday Links. I hope you enjoy reading them - please let me know any thoughts. My aim is to offer some interesting reads and inspiration that might just save you endless trekking around the internet (but I know that's easier said than done and there's nothing quite like discovering a great new site/post for yourself).
Something I've been pondering this week is authenticity. Am I living as I am because I'm trying to please others or conform to society's norms? To what extent are my lifestyle choices being influenced by trends?
Here are my favorite clicks of the week - some of which fit in with this theme.
- A heartfelt post by Ali from mylifemylove about Why I Left Teaching. It makes me wonder how authentic can teachers be if they have to sacrifice their own values and home lives for their job.
- From tiny buddha Embrace Who You Are (Not What People Expect You To Be)
- Via The Guardian: Help! Is my quinoa killing the planet? I've just got to grips with pronouncing this 'superfood' but should I question my reasons for buying it? I'm looking for a balance - making healthy food choices but keeping it real.
- How to Lose Your Clutter Without Losing Your Soul from The Other Side of Complexity.
- Keeping It Simple In Calm White and Wood from My Scandinavian Home. So visually calming and what about that outdoor space?!!!
- This man strikes me as authentic. A fascinating interview with Andi Puddicombe co-founder of Headspace via Deliciously Ella (yes, she's on my reading list too). I love the way his early life choices have led to such fulfilling work, making a difference to the happiness of others.
With these, enjoy your weekend!
