Why are so many of us so good at giving advice, but not taking it (from ourselves or others)? Why does some advice stick and others don't? What makes advice good or bad? I've been thinking about this, and so here are some of my ideas... Perspective Our beliefs, our views on life and… Continue reading The Advice Problem
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How to Cope With Unemployment
Aside from looking for work, here is what you can do while you're unemployed to keep your spirits up and not waste your days. Work out This is a great time to develop your physical health. You have the time and space to exercise and progress with a goal to lose weight or tone up… Continue reading How to Cope With Unemployment
How Defining Things Can Help You Feel Better About Life
Life isn't a dictionary where there are set definitions that we all need to live by. Set your own definitions and do your best.
How to Stop Feeling Stuck in Life (worksheet included)
It's awful to feel stuck in life. To feel like you're going nowhere or that you're not where you want to be and feeling powerless in that fact. I have felt this way more times than I can count, as someone in my early 20s with anxiety and big dreams. And so, in one of… Continue reading How to Stop Feeling Stuck in Life (worksheet included)
Getting Back into the Swing of Things: Back to School Advice
Seeing as it's September, when many people go back to school or univeristy, I thought I'd talk about how to get back into the swing of things after summer ends. We've had our time of relaxing and doing nothing for long days, so now it's time to roll up our sleeves and get stuck into… Continue reading Getting Back into the Swing of Things: Back to School Advice
Changes and New Beginnings (Podcast)
No matter where you are or who you are, things will change. It's the only guarantee in life. Having the right mindset around changes and transitions is the only way to find happiness in new beginnings... Click to play! Thanks for listening. Don't forget you can follow my podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify… Continue reading Changes and New Beginnings (Podcast)
The Confidence Challenge is Completed!
The Confidence Challenge is now complete! Well done if you completed all of the challenges during the month. But don't forget, you can take on these challenges any time as needed. Confidence is a muscle to be flexed again and again. https://youtu.be/G26lgSaFWcI Throughout the challenge, I hope I have inspired you to look… Continue reading The Confidence Challenge is Completed!
Comfort Zones and Confidence
"A ship in harbour is safe, but that's not what ships are made for..." Firstly, let me just say that we are allowed comfort zones. We are allowed to live and enjoy and value them, but it's advisable not to cling so tightly to your comfort zone that you never challenge yourself or grow. Stepping… Continue reading Comfort Zones and Confidence
Confidence and the Fear of Being Seen (Video)
The fear of being seen is there in most people with low confidence. We shrink ourselves down, are afraid to take up space, and allow others to take the spotlight. Well, no more! Â Click to play! https://youtu.be/RFdik8yZ314 This week's worksheet to complete: Confidence Challenge Week Four Worksheet Checklist for the challenge: Confidence Challenge Checklist
People Are Mirrors
Confident people don’t tear others down. They don’t highlight their weaknesses and imperfections. Think of a bully; anyone who harms others or jokes at their expense is just insecure about themselves, but hopes you won’t notice if you see the weakness in another person. The reason I bring this up is because the way I… Continue reading People Are Mirrors
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