Are You An Overthinker?
What is overthinking?Most dictionary definitions of overthinking is, “to think about something too much or for too long”. It’s natural to think through things when making decisions, and to carefully consider important, possibly life-changing decisions, like moving...
Are You Living with Intention?
Intentional Living, What’s it all about? You may be aware of the term ‘intentional living’ or ‘living with intention’ and perhaps wondered or even know what it means. I wasn’t entirely sure and to be honest, if something keeps coming into my conscious...
The Importance of Personal Values
The Importance of Personal Values - Personal values are characteristics and behaviours that motivate us and guide our decisions. For example, if you value authenticity, you believe in revealing the real you whenever possible. You don’t pretend to be something you...
15 Simple Ways to Stay Motivated
I don’t know about you, but there are just some times when I need a kick up the rear to get motivated and avoid procrastinating. And, I’m in that funk right now. I can make all kinds of excuses, lack of time, covid, you name it I can use it, but that’s not...
Stress Relief Strategies – Part 3
Stress Relief Strategies, Part 3 In this Blog Post you will see I shared a breathing exercise which I find very helpful in reducing my level of stress and anxiety. This breathing exercise also brings your attention back into the present moment. Stress and anxiety...
Stress Relief Strategies – Part 2
Stress Relief Strategies, Part 2 Following on from Part 1 of this series, here are some other stress relief strategies which I have found helpful. Decluttering I don’t know about you, but when I’m surrounded by clutter, I feel very uneasy. I can’t seem to focus on...
Strategies to Help you Deal with Disappointment
Disappointment hurts and depending on the circumstances, it can hurt a lot. It can pull you down into a negative spiral for days or even weeks. Right now there isn’t anyone on this planet who hasn’t experienced some form of disappointment, whether that’s a cancelled...
How to Keep a Positive Mindset When Surrounded by Negativity.
Bad news sells, right? Indeed it does, and unfortunately at the moment we are all bombarded with not so good news. Apart from the pandemic, and if that’s not bad enough, I was reminded on Monday that Monday 18 January is Blue Monday, the saddest day of the year! ...
6 Habits to Overcome Perfectionism.
“I’m a recovering perfectionist and a good enoughist” ~Brené Brown Perfectionism is a personality trait that will keep you stuck, small and forever lacking self-esteem. Allow me to share with you some habits to overcome perfectionism: 1. Increase your...
Are you a Perfectionist?
“When perfectionism is driving, shame is riding shotgun and fear is that annoying backseat driver”. ~Brené Brown Perfectionism is a personality trait which can cause you to lead a very restricted and unhappy life. It affects your confidence, your growth, and...
5 More Stress Busting Tips for Women
GET ENOUGH REST As part of your self-care and stress management routine, getting enough rest is so important. Getting enough sleep, and good sleep is one of those stress management techniques you have to implement. Six to eight hours of sleep per night is what...