Rubie Le'faine

Watching my little sister dream about social media fame got me thinking: influence can be creative and lucrative, but also lonely and unpredictable. Should she go all-in or stick with a 9–5? Here are 8 questions to help anyone weigh the risks, plan smart, and chase their dreams responsibly.

Happiness isn’t about constant positivity — it’s about daily habits that rewire the brain. Backed by neuroscience and psychology, these simple practices show how gratitude, mindfulness, relationships, and self-care shape long-term wellbeing — and why happiness is something you build, not find.

If you date a known player, do you deserve full sympathy when they cheat? This reflective, female-led piece explores betrayal, accountability, red flags, narcissism, and why compassion and personal responsibility can exist at the same time—without victim-blaming or romanticising predictable heartbreak.