Think you’re an English grammar expert? 🤔
Put your skills to the test with the BBC’s Test Your Level quizzes—and see if you’re a true language master.
But be warned. These level tests (they test B1, B2 and C1) aren’t for the faint of heart.
You’ll need to have your wits about you—and be ready for anything.Â
So put on your thinking cap, grab a cup of tea and get ready to show off your language skills!
Good luck! 🍀
Are you looking for some great books to read?
Well, you’re in luck.
Hooked To Books has curated a list of the 101 best books of all time.
I know that’s quite a long list. So I suggest starting with just one book (they recommend starting with 10!), and seeing how things go.
Some of my all-time favourites are on the list:
So, grab a book and a comfy chair—and get ready to lose yourself in the greatest stories ever told.
Which book are you starting with?
We’ve all been there—it’s noon, you’re hungry, and you have a Zoom call coming up.
So why not kill two birds with one stone and have lunch during the meeting?
While it might seem like a convenient way to get more done, eating during a video call can be more of a distraction than a productivity hack if you’re not careful.
So what can you do?
Next time you’re tempted to have a bite to eat during a Zoom call, remember these tips to make sure it’s a peaceful and productive experience for everyone involved.
Happy Zooming!Â
PS This post was inspired by Center for Meeting Effectiveness.
Using inclusive language fosters respect—and creates an environment where everyone feels included and valued.
So how can we talk about Migration and Refugee Rights?
Here are some recommendations:
| Terms to Avoid | Preferred Terms |
|---|---|
| illegal immigrant | asylum seeker, person/people seeking asylum |
| illegal migrant/migration | irregular migrant/migration, undocumented migrant/migration |
| economic migrant, expat, transit migrant | migrant |
| illegal migrants | people seeking… (safety, security, protection, asylum, refuge, to rebuild their lives, etc.) or refugee |
I should say that happiness is being where one is and not wanting to be anywhere else.
Michael Frayn
Do you always want more and feel like you’re never satisfied?
Are you always looking for the next big thing?
Do you find yourself dreaming of far-off destinations, exciting experiences, and new opportunities?
While it’s great to have goals and aspirations, we sometimes forget to appreciate what’s right in front of us.
Happiness is actually about being happy with what you have. And not always wanting more.
Of course, this is easier said than done.
It’s hard to stay content when there’s always something bigger and better out there.
But maybe the key to happiness isn’t in chasing after the next big thing, but in finding joy in the small stuff.
Maybe it’s taking a walk outside on a sunny day. Or savouring a delicious meal with loved ones. Or spending time with a beloved pet or enjoying a good book.
So, the next time you find yourself daydreaming about the future or feeling dissatisfied with the present, remember that happiness is being where you are and not wanting to be anywhere else.
Take a deep breath, look around you, and find joy in the moment.
It may just be the key to true happiness.
