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We’ve probably all been a bit of a Pinocchio at some point in our life; telling little fibs that we think we’ll get away with…

Perhaps we had a good reason for telling a porky-pie? Maybe it was protecting someone else’s feelings? Or protecting our own? Or maybe we were just caught out in the moment and panicked?

Recent behavioural studies have shown that on average we lie about 10 times a week! But what should one say when faced with the question “does my bum look big in this?”

One way or another, white lies and massive falsehoods alike, are all inextricably linked to the bond of trust in any relationship – with spouses, family, friends or those at work. Lies (or “avoidance of the truth”, to use a handy euphemism), can be hugely corrosive and can eat away at the fabric of a healthy relationship and eventually destabilise it.

Now… far be it from us to lecture our dear readers in matters of morality – after all, everything goes in Be Momentful – but it might serve us all better if perhaps, from time to time, we put our hands up and admit we weren’t telling the truth? Think of it as relationship insurance: you may screw your no-claims bonus – but coming clean on occasion does ensure you at least keep the relationship on the road.

10 September, 2019.

One of the hardest things to say to a close friend or family member is, “I’m struggling”.

Whether that means struggling with your health, with finances, in your marriage, or just in life generally.

It’s partially our pride that holds us back – or not wishing to overburden others with our problems. Everyone has their own cross to bear, right? And besides… no-one can really help, so probably best keep it bottled up inside…

NO! NO! NO! Don’t be a jerk! Pulling up the drawbridge is totally the wrong thing to do. At best, it’s a temporary solution – because as they say, “the truth will out”. So, perhaps better to follow that other popular adage: “a problem shared is a problem halved”. And if that’s true, then a problem shared with a few people quarters it! And if you share it with loads of people… well… it practically goes away! Sound logic, right?

Seriously though, there is a strong ring of truth within the playfulness of our suggested philosophy. After all, if someone close to you told you they were struggling, what would you do? Probably anything you could, and more! That’s because our own problems always seem so vast to us – but in the eyes of others, they’re just obstacles that need to be overcome.

There’s no worse feeling in life than being alone. So, don’t be.
If you feel like you can’t cope, or know someone who looks like they’re struggling. Do the right thing. Reach out with a Moment and get the ball rolling…

11 September, 2019.

FINALLY!

The kids are back at school! 

It’s time to revel in the fact that it’s now someone else’s job to keep an eye on them during the weekdays – so, who are you going to celebrate with?

3 September, 2019.

This month we will be exploring the theme of things we find really hard to say.

We kick off this week with a pretty straight-down-the-line look at those awful moments when we realise we forgot the birthday of someone close – like a dear friend or a family member.

Yep, we feel pretty wretched. Maybe we were tackling our own mini-dramas and the occasion totally slipped our mind… But it’s a poor show and really no excuse.

So, what do we say at this point? What are the options?

Plan A – Carry on regardless and pretend we didn’t miss a beat, hoping that chutzpa will carry us through, and when cornered on the matter later we can always say: “You’re kidding! My card didn’t arrive?! Damn that postal service!”

Plan B – Exaggerate our petty life drama into something more serious and momentous, to not only excuse our unintentional forgetfulness, but also steal the limelight in an act of conflated glory. Also known as “diversionary tactics”…

Plan C – Honesty is always the best policy. Why not just come clean and admit we’re a clot and feel awful for forgetting? Then make up by sending a belated birthday greeting from the sumptuous selection on offer in Be Momentful. Download the App!

1 September, 2019.

The human-canine bond has been built upon thousands of years of co-evolution. Throughout history, humans have provided food and shelter for our dog friends, who have in return helped and protected our species with unerring loyalty and mutual trust – which is envied by felines (probably…if they could be bothered…).

Dogs love us when we don’t love ourselves; they greet us with bounding enthusiasm when we feel we don’t deserve it, and they offer an affectionate paw to hold when we need it most.

So today, on International Dog Day (26th Aug), let’s put our paws together for our pup pals! For a huge range of dog-themed Moments, download the Be Momentful app!

26, August, 2019.

Yorkshire, the biggest English county, has given the world some wonderful things: the KitKat, Wensleydale Cheese, Sean Bean… and Be Momentful!

We’re really proud of where we’re from (like all Yorkshire folk, ee by gum!) so have got a special Moment inspired by God’s own country for you to send today, on Yorkshire Day. Spread some Yorkshire love!

1 August, 2019

This is our office driveway – what a great way to start every day, with a view like this!

What are the little things that you are grateful for today?

And how can you share them with someone else to bring some sunshine to their day too?

25 July, 2019.

Words to live by from Shakespeare.

Show someone you love them with the Be Momentful app.

16 June, 2019.

We’re slap-bang in the heart of springtime and every day is an assault of outrageous colour offered by the flowers and blooms around us! We LOVE it! 

Photos by our lucky CEO who is at the Chelsea Flower Show today!

22 May, 2019.

Take your friendships to the next level with this sassy Moment from Grimm.

Honesty is always the best policy, so go on, express yourself!

19 May, 2019.