Everyone has their own thoughts and opinions on motivation.  Unsurprising, as it's such a personal subject.  No wanting to be left out 😉 here are some of mine captured in my newest 3-Minute Musing. I hope you enjoy listening.

Inspired by a recent pictorial challenge set me by the lovely Dr Julie Reeves at the Uni of Southampton, I decided to try something different on the blogging front.  Well, different for me.  Nothing revolutionary, so don't get too excited. Welcome to the first attempt, sorry I mean edition, of this week in pictures... ---... Continue Reading →

I hold my hands up, I've been a bit stuck.  Being kind to myself, and given the current circumstances, this is quite understandable.  Yet, it was still frustrating the hell out of me! Then, as often happens, the spark of inspiration came.  Not from a worthy tome or a thoughtful suggestion; from a chance encounter... Continue Reading →

I'm generally a positive, proactive soul.  There are times, however, when, like many people, I feel a bit, shall we say, 'off'.  This happened to me recently. These days though, when I recognise the signs, I turn to kindness rather than a mental cosh. For me, tapping into the artistic side of my creativity and... Continue Reading →

Been doodling again.  This time inspired by a young guy's impressive bobble hat and how we can sometimes approach change...

While watching a couple of people talking during a tv interview, I was inspired to ponder on the subject of enthusiasm. As a result, here's my latest 3-minute musing.  I hope you enjoy listening. https://elainehickmott.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/enthusiasm.mp3