There’s been an upsurge in campaigns and articles about people with mental health issues and I have one big problem with that. It seems like we’re talking about ‘other’ people. Let’s get real If right now, anyone who has ever felt anxious, depressed, lost or desperate walked up to the nearest person and told […]
Laundry, shopping, work, other people’s needs, everyday stuff-and-nonsense, how easy is it to forget what you really want to do? Thing is… …no-one can make it happen if you don’t This weekend, I was privileged to be invited to the opening of a new bar in Nottingham. Sounds nice enough. But here’s why it […]
Scones, jam, cream, road rage, neighbour disputes or team miscommunication, there’s something we should all realise to smooth our way though life… Devon or Cornwall – what’s your habit? Did you know that your preference for jam or cream first on a scone, places you in either Devon or Cornwall – which are you? […]
Putting right this simple mistake could seriously change the way your life unfolds. I see great results every time I work with people who make this change! Don’t panic Mr Mainwaring!! Dad’s Army is such an old programme now but most people know the phrase. Lance Corporal Jones would run about, flapping, shouting “Don’t Panic!” […]
A short blog on a big issue If I asked you the question “What matters most?” I imagine your answer would depend on where your mind is at. If you’re in a traffic jam on a motorway (a situation in which you shouldn’t really be reading obvs) your priority might be a service station, water […]
Your morning can boost or break a good day. Here are some cracking tips to ensure you start well and realise just how much impact those first few moments of your day can have on the rest of it! Why the start of your day matters Have you noticed that even on a day full […]
Do you ever feel like everyone is ok except you? Or that you’re keeping all the plates spinning without ever a thank you? Read on, it might help! Birthdays A strange feeling comes over me when my birthday looms close. It’s not as bad as it used to be but I spotted it again […]
Some people tell stories for a living. Actually, we all tell them, all of the time. Some of them are useful. Some of them are dangerous. Find out if you’re falling into a story-trap and how you can use stories to feel better about EVERYTHING! Stories, stories, everywhere! They happen every single day but you […]
It happens to us all, at some point. The fear takes over, and no matter how irrational, the panic persists. What can you do? Here are my Top Ten Tactics! No chat about my bonkers life this week (!) because I want to get straight on to this very important issue that affects so many of […]
Ever happened to you? You’re so busy that when you do finally get a chance to rest, you just can’t seem to unwind? Read on McDuff! It’s a good sign Not being able to switch off your busy mind might not be a pleasant experience, but it shows us two important things about you: Your […]