31 Jan Embracing Vulnerability: Lessons from Brene Brown on Overcoming Shame
Shame and vulnerability are difficult emotions and feelings. And also prevalent. In this TED talk, researcher Brene Brown, describes shame as endemic in our culture....
January 2023
22 Jan Reduce Anxiety with the 54321 Grounding Technique
The 5-4-3-2-1 technique is a grounding technique that can be really useful in bringing ourselves back to the present moment and reducing feelings of anxiety. And so it might be a good addition to your personal toolbox?...
20 Jan Neuro Doodling to reduce anxiety and stress
Neuro doodling is a simple meditative drawing process that can help focus the mind and create a sense of flow. Follow the process in this blog post to give it a go for yourself. ...
13 Jan Sighing: A Tool for the Toolbox
There is nothing like a good sigh when stressed. I often find myself doing this after a busy day at work and taking the dog out for a walk. ...
06 Jan Living A Life Of Width
What does it mean to live a life of width? Of breadth? As well as length? One of my favourite quotes is from the American poet, Diane Ackerman, who wrote: “I don’t want to get to the end of my life and find that I lived just...
04 Jan The language we use matters: Agency
The language we use matters. The words we use matter. There can be power in changing our narrative. Such as changing: I can’t…. to… I won’t…...