Learn to break your bad habits with 13 self control techniques
Learning to break your bad habits can feel like a challenge but with these 13 self control techniques you’ll be well on your way to self-mastery. Start the process of work on the self and see your relationships, mental health and wellbeing improve.
The power of showing up and saying ‘yes’ to life
Have you been saying yes in your life, and showing up? Imagine what could change if you committed to your goals and dreams in a positive way? Here are some practical tips for you to become more engaged in your day-to-day life. Let’s go!
Is everything going to be OK?
So, is everything going to be OK? Can you use these challenges you face to change your future? Let’s explore the idea that you might be about to make a personal breakthrough.
How to argue effectively and why you need to learn
It’s important to learn how to argue effectively, especially on social media. Many people have lost the gentle art of philosophical, respectful debate. Find out how and why to argue more effectively on social media, how to avoid trolls and how to get your points across.
Let go of anger by being conscious of your emotions
Being angry is making you suffer and it could get worse, until it destroys you. You can learn to let go of anger by using several techniques that could make you feel instantly better.
8 worst stresses during the holidays and how to cope with them
What are the most common stresses during the holidays? From family politics to FOMO, here’s how to cope with holiday stress. “Because the holiday season often requires us to keep track of and pay attention to a greater number of responsibilities than usual,” explains Harvard Medical, “the brain’s prefrontal cortex goes into overdrive. Dealing with […]
Dealing with trauma: How do I react when I’ve had the shock of my life?
Are you dealing with trauma? The good news is: you will be ok. Things will improve; you will get better. Your “circumstance” will get better… a professional or personal setback is just that – temporary. What bad things can happen? What if you are made redundant from a job? What if you are forced out […]
Critical thinking | Why being critical is not the same as criticism
Not enough people today employ essential critical thinking skills. Often, people are too focused on simply agreeing with popular ideas, and going with the pack, for fear of being seen as someone who “criticizes”. As I have said before, people tend to criticize those they admire, but there is a difference between being critical and […]
Stress junkie? Here are natural ways to get rid of stress
Yes, there are many natural ways to get rid of stress, and I have tried them all! I write about stress quite a lot because I am a self-described “stress junkie” who comes from a family of high-achieving, alpha-type stress-heads. Often people who are perfectionists, tend to stress out. They have high expectations of themselves, […]
Make genuine connections with people and feel less lonely: here’s how
Learning how to make genuine connections with people should be a lifelong mission. There are lots of things you can say about the human race – and one thing that we all know is that humans are social beings. We hate being alone for any great length of time; we thrive on being with others […]
7 Natural, sneaky ways to cure yourself of depression | Natural depression cures
OK, let me be honest here; I am not sure there is a genuine, 100% effective way to cure yourself of depression. However, I am a big advocate for trying natural solutions to complex problems, and only using medication as a last resort (of course, your doctor knows best). Years ago, doctors did not use […]
How to know if your child needs child counselling: the signs
If you think your little one needs child counselling, then there are a few signs that you can be aware of. I have recently become a parent, my daughter is only 9 months old, and I am conscious of wanting to do the best for her, at all times. I want her to thrive. I […]
Your life edit: 5 toxic relationships to ditch today
There are many kinds of toxic relationships, and I don’t just mean with people. We often have very toxic relationships with the most banal, everyday things. Money, food, our body – these toxic problems can sneak in and take hold of us, and before we know it – we feel like we are a slave […]
Life Goals: The 15 signs to notice when you’re winning at life
Are you winning at life? Well, you should be! Each and every one of us wants to live our best life, we’re limited in the years that we get so it’s important to make the most of them. During our lifetimes, we can develop habits and ideas that actually hinder us and our ability to […]