Time to Face What Isn’t Working With Your Current Money Situation?
You know that something isn’t right, however not sure what it is. As you continue on the hamster wheel of life, however sooner or later you start to realise that avoidance is not a great coping strategy. You start to realise that in order to live a whole-hearted life and fulfil your purpose, you need…
What is Self-Soothing?
One of the aspects I work with clients is supporting them to develop the skills to look after themselves. It is a crucial skill for wellbeing and to living whole-heartedly. Why? Because life is challenging (although some people don’t acknowledge that). There are ups and downs. So, having the ability to take care of yourself…
What is the Difference Between Gratitude and Appreciation?
Today I am going to talk about gratitude and appreciation. These two skills have an impact on wellbeing and support in leading a whole-hearted life. Subsequently, in this post I will discuss – What is Gratitude? What is Appreciation? What is the Difference Between Gratitude and Appreciation? Let’s get started! What is Gratitude? Grat•i•tude…
What Determines Happiness?
A few years ago, I heard Sonja Lyubomirsky speak. In her talk, she discussed what determines happiness and the concept of set-points. So, What Determines Happiness? According to research in her book, the How of Happiness, Sonja Lyubomirsky indicates that – 50% of happiness is determined by genetic set-points, 40% by life activities (i.e. our…
3 of the Best Books on Self-Acceptance
Looking for some inspiration on self-acceptance? Or want to be reminded about what you already know deep within? Either way, the following five books on self-acceptance all bring something unique to the table and will support you on your adventure of self-acceptance. 3 of the Best Books on Self-Acceptance Book 1 – The Gifts of…
The Brain Changing Benefits of Physical Activity
What is the most transformative thing you can do for your brain? Physical activity or moving your body! In the following Ted Talk by Wendy Suzuki (a neuroscientist) – The Brain Changing Benefits of Exercise, she discusses – the brain changing effects of exercise – including better mood, better energy, better attention, how exercise is…
What is Mental Health?
What is Mental Health? Mental health is a term often used to describe an individual’s mental state. The World Health Organisation defines it as: “A state of well-being in which every individual realises his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stressors of life, can work productively and fruitfully and is able to make…
