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Category: Challenges

While we are still young

June 15, 2017 Andree-Anne 3 Comments

Funny how things just tasted better when we were young.

Funny how things just seemed so easy when we were young.

-Dolores O’Riordan, When we were young

Lately, and as usual, I’ve been thinking a lot. And one … Read the rest

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Posted in: Challenges Filed under: Aerial Silk, class, Heart Space Dundee, Trying something new, Yoga, young

Building new habits

November 27, 2016 Andree-Anne 2 Comments

How does one get so good at something? If you have a look at most of the top performers in your entourage you might notice a trend. They have integrated key habits in their daily life. It might … Read the rest

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Posted in: Challenges Filed under: better yourself, exercising, habits, journaling

A quick weekend back in the normal world

September 21, 2016 Andree-Anne Leave a comment

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After a few days sleeping and relaxing in Brighton, I feel like I can finally take the time to write something up. As I logged on I realised that almost one month has gone by since I last … Read the rest

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Being grateful

July 21, 2016 Andree-Anne Leave a comment

In our lives, most of us focus on the things we ”need” in order to be happy. And we forget to look at what we already have. I know you are guilty of this!

We all are. Sometimes … Read the rest

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Posted in: Challenges Filed under: Challenges, grateful

Revisiting my Southern Ocean and Antarctic Sailing Experience

April 17, 2016 Andree-Anne 9 Comments

This is a very long post, make sure you are comfortably seated!

I have been back for two years already. Crazy how time flies when you are busy travelling the world and having amazing adventures!

Shortly after making … Read the rest

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Posted in: Antarctica, Challenges Filed under: Antarctica, Challenges, Chile, Infinity Expedition, New Zeland, Sailing, Travel

Cycling from Chisinau to Odessa, via Transnistria

April 5, 2016 Andree-Anne 3 Comments

It’s funny how life can change rather quickly sometimes. I had found a housesit in Nottingham that was advertised for about 5 weeks. I was looking forward to spending some time cuddling with two dogs and stay put … Read the rest

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Posted in: Challenges, Moldova, Transnistria, Ukraine Filed under: Chisinau, Cycling, Moldova, Odessa, Tiraspol, Transnistria, Ukraine

Volunteering with L’auberge des Migrants and Help Refugees – a human experience

March 23, 2016 Andree-Anne 4 Comments

Since coming back to the UK and writing this, a lot has changed. The French authorities decided to destroy the South half of the camp, and even though they promised it would be gradual, humane and respectful of … Read the rest

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Posted in: Challenges, France Filed under: Calais, France, volunteer

Why am I vegan?

February 28, 2016 Andree-Anne Leave a comment

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I have always been a very compassionate person. Even as a kid, I would always make sure that all kids were part of the games we were playing. If someone was by himself or herself, I would walk … Read the rest

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Posted in: Challenges Filed under: veganism

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