On Thursday 15 June, my daughter heard she was awarded Fellowship of Higher Education (HE), an internationally recognized qualification.

What does it mean? It demonstrates that her practise is aligned with UK professional standards and shows her commitment to professionalism in teaching and learning in HE. 

On Thursday 15 June, I weighed in at 9 stone 4, the weight I last was when I was 33.

What does it mean? Using intermittent fasting, I’ve lost a stone and a half. It has forced my body to burn the excess fat stores during each fast, and, if research is to be believed, reduce the reoccurrence of cancer.

Difference between the two achievements… each of us have different priorities at our stage of life. My daughters’ achievement should definitively help her in her career path whereas mine is more probable, it may give me longevity. But both of us are as pleased as punch.

My conclusion: achievements, that bring more satisfaction in our lives, come in many different forms.