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Perseverance
Is perseverance within everyone’s grasp? They say perseverance is about keeping going, even in the face of strong opposition! But we all know how tough that can be! Perseverance can be likened to swimming against the tide upstream. Just as you think you are getting...
Mind-bomb disposal
What is a Mind-bomb, and how do we dispose of it? The negative thoughts we have about ourselves turn into self-limiting beliefs, a Mind-bomb as I like to call it! These Mind-bombs linger in our subconscious in readiness for the right moment to ruin opportunities and...
Change or wither slowly!
Is change scary or liberating? Both in my experience, but that is not all. Thoughts of change can paralyse us or mobilise us! Paralysis is sitting on the fence, feeling unable to move. We think about what could happen when stepping off in either direction, and...
Neurodiversity – widening horizons
Acceptance is a vital first step on the neurodiversity agenda! Neurodiversity is partly about recognising that people differ and people matter. It is a word used to describe the different thinking styles that influence how people interact with others and the world...
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 experiences to date. Every encounter...
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 leave emotional scars. Overcoming...
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 colleagues, or anyone. Improving communication...
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 have contrasting opinions regarding the...
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 get out of bed in the morning. Other signs may...
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 to read, write, or count. We developed our knowledge...