1. I just booked tickets for what looks like the most fun art exhibit ever.
2. Read Richard Branson’s Top 10 Quotes on Dreams for some instant get-up-and-go
3. Getting giddy at the thought of a pizza box that turns into a movie projector
4. This is a beautiful combination of fashion illustration and photography
5. I’m already addicted to this song – and it’s not even released in the UK yet!
1. Be inspired by this wonderful and moving article on a woman’s weight.
2. This Game of Thrones musical-mockumentary for Red Nose Day is hilarious.
3. Apparently there are 4 simple steps that will unlock the secret to happiness…
4. … but if I were you I’d just watch this video of adorable puppies going for a swim.
5. Finally, if you live in the UK, and grew up in the nineties, you must be just as excited as I am to hear about The Crystal Maze making a comeback.
1. Some brilliant British humour from Piff The Magic Dragon.
2. Listen to Kacey Musgraves’ ‘Biscuits’ for an instant pick-me-up.
3. Do your bit for the environment and help reduce over-fishing by using this app when you go shopping.
4. Be inspired by the courageous tale of Arthur the stray dog.
5. If you’re a cat-owner, this is the next item of clothing you need to buy.
1. Have a giggle at the so-funny-and-so-true tall memes over on Tall Swag.
2. If you’re spending time in London this summer, check out these amazing pub gardens.
3. Feed your Instagram addiction by ordering prints of your favourite snaps using this app.
4. Be inspired by these 15 Ted Talks and let me know if any do change your life! (Number 8 got to me – “Sitting is the new Smoking”)
5. Take a hike. I can recommend Hardcastle Crags if you’re in the North of England.
1) First things first, I am buying this t-shirt.
2) I’m visiting Vienna right now but I’ve already started planning my next adventure and I’m sure this guide to booking cheap flights will come in very handy.
3) Crossing my fingers that we have a great summer and I get to experience one of these alfresco restaurants in my favourite city.
4) Being inspired by The Tall Mama to help the Wrap with Love cause.
5) The fact that Ben and Jerry’s now have Cheesecake Brownie Ice Cream.
When I was starting out in TV I worked as a runner on The X-Factor, but I always secretly wanted to work on it’s sister show: Britain’s Got Talent. The X-Factor is great fun but it’s not a patch on BGT.
So for this week’s ‘Positive Vibes’ post I’ve decided to showcase all of the golden buzzer acts from this series ahead of the live shows. The happiness these guys experience when the gold buzzer goes off is infectious. I challenge you not to smile!
My favourite has to be Amanda’s show choir from week 3 – which gets your vote?
This week I’ve gone with a bit of a female-empowerment vibe. Given that it was Mother’s Day for all the USA readers on Sunday, it felt like good timing. Enjoy!
1. I love this alternative interpretation of the ‘Ladies’ sign #itwasneveradress
2. Read this article on being a daughter of a strong woman (or in my case strong parents)
3. Watch this highly entertaining take on sexism in the media industries – there’s an important message in there too. #MakeItFair
4. Make your way through this list of 10 great documentaries directed by women
5. Watch as Allison Janney and Anna Faris help each other complete the Ninja Warrior course in spectacular fashion.
A couple of weeks ago I did a course on ‘positive influencing’. I know it sounds a bit wishy-washy but it was honestly one of the best learning experiences I’ve had. I got to thinking about the little things you can do anytime to give yourself a more positive outlook (go outside, write down 3 things every day that you’re thankful for, laugh out loud, etc, etc) and I realised how often my mood can be lifted by something I’ve read or seen online – so I’ve decided to start sharing these things with you guys too. Enjoy!
1. Read what these 25 famous women had to say on the subject of Female Friendship
2. Watch this video of the happiest dog playing at the beach
3. Be inspired by watching these amazing kids helping their Mum fight a hard battle
4. Listen to these Disney songs re-mixed as 90s RnB tracks
5. And if you haven’t seen it already… this Obama sketch with his ‘Anger Translator’
Girl In The Pretty Dress 