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Sadhguru: The last year has been a challenging time for all of us. When things are not going the way you want them to go, that is when your capability is most needed. But if you are anxious, worried and get into a panic, you will be paralyzed. A human being who is joyful, sensible and responsible can deal with situations much better than one who is fearful. #1 Keep Accounts of Your Joyfulness In business, only one who keeps…

At this time of year, most of us are eager for winter to relinquish its hold over our lives and for spring to arrive and this year is no  exception to that rule – in fact even more so in 2021, with the constraints of lockdown bearing down upon us for many months. However, no matter how dismal things may sometimes feel, records suggest that recent springs are occurring about 11 days earlier than they did a century ago, even…

A Cardiff Great Grandmother whose charity provide vital baby items to vulnerable families has been hand-picked by The National Lottery to feature on a special Mother’s Day podcast with TV star Anna Williamson. Hilary Johnston, founder of charity Cwtch, was singled out by The National Lottery for her project’s inspirational work providing essential equipment, clothing and toiletries for babies aged up to 24 months old across South Wales. Hilary was chosen to appear on the National Lottery’s ‘It Takes A…

Garden Dan-y-Coed Road Cardiff   From rolling hills and valleys, delicate snowdrops, swathes of daffodils and cascades of blossom and roses, to riverside retreats National Garden Scheme gardens across Wales have been providing a stunning glimpse of their glories during lockdown. The virtual visits – filmed by the charity and its garden owners while their gates have been forced shut by the Coronavirus pandemic – have kept the gardens of Wales virtually open for the best part of a year.    “The films that garden owners across Wales have shared since last…

Cleo Johnson, 20, from Cardiff, celebrated at a star-studded virtual awards ceremony on the 11th March,  for taking control of her future. With a clear set of goals and fresh confidence, Cleo is more motivated than ever to achieve her ambitions.   Cleo won the prestigious HSBC UK Breakthrough Award, recognising the progress of young people who have developed new skills to enable them to make positive steps towards facing their challenges and stabilising their lives, at the ceremony hosted…

A South-Wales based entrepreneur is supporting a Welsh Government campaign aimed at promoting the benefits of a diverse workforce and raising awareness of the support available to help businesses attract, recruit, and retain disabled people. Ceri Jennings, from Cardiff, is the founder of Sparkles Cleaning Services Wales & West, which offers commercial, construction, domestic and speciality cleaning services across Wales. Promoting diversity in the workplace is a passion close to Ceri’s heart after she was diagnosed with dyslexia at a…

SATURDAY 27TH MARCH – 20:30-21:30 GMT      Earth Hour is the moment every year when millions unite around the world to show they care about the future of our planet.      WWF-Cymru is inviting people to join this year’s symbolic ‘switch off’ at home on Saturday 27th March, as an opportunity to connect with our planet. This year we’re asking you to take part individually, with households or as communities. Due to the current situation, the focus has shifted to participation at home.     Nine out of ten people who take part in Earth Hour feel inspired to…

In a time of extreme difficulty for many, whether that be financially, emotionally or physically, Cardiff students have been doing their bit to support the national effort and fight against the effects of the pandemic. Essential Goods Collection for The Trussell Trust Cardiff student, Kate Marks,  organised a collection of essential items for The Trussell Trust. The Trussell Trust works to end hunger in the UK and oversee hundreds of food banks. They estimate 4.5 million children in the UK…

  Azurina Angel Investors Up to £10K business investment prize to be won   The Prize This International Women’s Month Azurina, founded by 3 sisters, wants to #ChooseToChallenge by launching Azurina Angel Investors, an initiative created to support other female founders financially and through passing on as much of the hard won wisdom from their start up journey as possible. The prize will offer a £5-£10K investment (depending on the business need), mentorship and support for 1 year from the Azurina…

A £6,000 micro loan from the Development Bank of Wales has supported the launch of vegan-friendly candle-maker and retailer Boho Flame Candles Co.   The Blackwood-based start-up uses soy wax and hand-pours small batches of their artisanal candles. They specialise in luxury crystal-infused and scented candles. Owner and founder Melanie Smith decided to turn her hobby in to a business after spending years away from the workforce as a stay-at-home mum to a child with additional needs.   “I’d been…