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  • Writer's pictureMike Douglas

The Self Love Tag


I don't like these but, you know sometimes theres one that gets you. So here we are, hahaha.

Thank you to Becky who tagged me in her blog post. As I have just said these 'tag' posts are not really my thing so I will not be tagging anyone at the end of my post. However, if you enjoy this post, in the same way that I enjoyed reading Becky's post. Then please feel free to use this as your open tag.

Rules:

  1. Answer all the questions honestly.

  2. Tag 5 people who you want to bring a bit of happiness to - As above, consider this an open tag, if you like it, get writing.

So lets get on with the questions:

What is something that is getting you down at the moment?

Not podcasting enough. I have been quite down about not being able to keep up with the weekly episodes. It has made me feel a little low.

I have also had quite a lot of time away from friends, which is something I feel maybe needs to change. I also have a mindset that I have always (usually) been the one to ask if people want to do something or meet up. So I am less worried about continuing to focus time on people how don't reply. But I should be doing more with new friends.

What is something that makes you happy?

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Walking, running, writing, watching wrestling, hugging cats, ice cream, pizza, hugs... o, one thing...errrmmm... being outside. Wether I am sitting, laying, walking or running, outside is lovely. The fresh air, the sun, a breeze. It can be lovely.

Name 3 guilty pleasures!

  • Biting

  • Blind folds

  • Toys in general

I feel like I may have misunderstood the question...

What is something about yourself you’d like to improve on?

Fitness. Im currently the worst physical shape of my life.

I am hoping to pick up some tips from fellow bloggers, particularly the Pompey Bloggers.

When was the last time you belly laughed?

I don't know about a full belly laugh. But the last time I had a good laugh was when watching Glow. I can't remember which bit. There were a couple of very funny lines.

What is your biggest insecurity/fear?

*Ok, I know this may sound strange but*

It used to be being murdered. However my depression has meant I don't fear death in the same way. So being murdered doesn't factor in my mind as much.

I guess now its probably me. I worry I will lose control, my mind can go to dark places and can struggle to even just cope with whats happening at that moment in time.

Name a song that always cheers you up when you’re down.

I don't know. I don't think I really put music on when I'm low.

One song that always makes me smile is Avenue Q's 'If you were gay'.

After re-reading this I remembered Tim Minchin's 'White Wine in the Sun' which I love.

Name 3 things you like about yourself.

  • My Bum

  • My Hair

  • I really want to want to say just being me, but nope. Thats so annoying! At least I managed two things, yay.

What is an achievement that has made you proud of yourself this year?

I really wanted to increase everything with the blog, which I have mainly managed to do. So I am super pleased with that.

The podcast has dropped a bit, but I have just celebrated one year of podcasts which was great.

In general Mike's Open Journal is going really well and I am very happy with how its going.

Tell us your happiest memory.

I don't know. Maybe one of these:

  • Sitting with my Grandad

  • Getting my GCSE results

  • Kissing

  • Hugs

  • Seeing Shinsuke Nakamura

  • Lots of Australia

So there it is. I hope you enjoyed reading some (maybe even all?!?) of that. Thanks for reading, remember if you fancy writing your own post, please do consider this an open tag.

#SelfLove #BloggerTag

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