Who am I?

Who am I? Self-reflection – the key to answering the “who am I” question.   Answering the “who am I” question requires each of us to take a deeper look at ourselves.  However, we are complex. Our whole being is made up of our interactions and...

5 steps to overcoming setbacks in life

5 steps to overcoming setbacks in life Overcoming setbacks is vital for happiness.  I thought life would all be plane sailing, but I was wrong! I know now that setbacks are a part of life for almost everyone. I also realise that setbacks come in many forms and often...

Improving communication with anyone

Improving communication with anyone Improving communication – what’s in it for me?  Better relationships and less conflict. In other words, improving communication gives you the ability to get on with more people. Our children, wider family, friends, work...

Hope – the neglected emotion

Hope – the neglected emotion Hope is essential to fulfillment in life.  However, it appears that Hope is underrated and overlooked by the experts. There is disagreement regarding which emotions should and should not be on the primary list. Professionals also...

School refusal – what’s behind it?

School refusal – what’s behind it? The number of school refusals is mounting.  The question is: what is driving school refusal? This is a complex issue. It can include demotivation, lack of energy, and avoidance behaviours. For example, finding it hard to...

Gaining confidence – there is no magic pill!

Gaining confidence – there is no magic pill! Building confidence requires effort.  Learning anything takes time. There are no shortcuts or magic pills. Gaining confidence is no exception. We all need to do the work. For example, none of us suddenly learned how...