Albert Einstein is quoted as saying, “The most important decision we make is whether we believe we live in a friendly or hostile universe.” And it seems to me there are 2 types of people, depending on which of those you believe. As a former worrier and over thinker, I definitely didn’t have a strong…… Continue Reading
How to be OK with Uncertainty
When we’re so afraid and scared of uncertainty and of the future, we can close ourselves off to possibility. There is so much unknown in the midst of this global pandemic, the Coronavirus. We don’t know when it’s going to come to an end and when everyone will be able to return to their normal…… Continue Reading
When You Don’t Feel Good Enough
One thing that I hear from women a lot is that they struggle with their sense of worthiness. They’re feeling like they’re not good enough, with low self esteem, and feeling like they’ve lost their confidence. Just imagine that you are holding in your arms an exquisite, precious new born baby and imagine looking down…… Continue Reading
Perfectionism is a Joy Killer. And it’s Curable.
The worst thing about perfectionism is that it is a Joy Killer. But the best thing about it is that it is curable. I know this because I was one. As a perfectionist, I had really high standards for myself and for others. Having high standards is not so much the problem, but it’s having…… Continue Reading
How to Stop Being a People Pleaser
Are you a people pleaser? If you do a lot for others and put your own needs last, but often end up feeling taken advantage of, there’s a good chance you are. Traditionally, people pleasing was typically believed to be what a “good woman” does. But years of people pleasing can leave us lonely, resentful…… Continue Reading
How to Protect Your Energy Around People Who Trigger You
This is a simple and super-effective strategy to feel more peaceful around people. Relationships are one of the most wonderful, and challenging parts of being human! We might be ok with most people, but what about that one person who gets under your skin and brings up all the icky emotions? Years ago there was…… Continue Reading
How to Stop Worrying What Others Think of You
How much do you care what people think? Is it driving you? I wasted so much time and energy imagining that others were judging me, or might judge me. Wanting to gain approval and avoid disapproval was such a big driver for my actions, instead of doing what felt most right for me. It would…… Continue Reading
When Life Doesn’t Turn Out the Way You Thought
It’s pretty confronting when it dawns on you. I’ve felt it a few times through my life. Can you remember a moment (or maybe you’re there right now) when you realised “this isn’t how it was supposed to be”? There’s a very wise quote (I don’t know who said it first) that says, “The key…… Continue Reading
Mindful Driving
How often have you driven somewhere and then when you arrive, you don’t even remember driving? This is an opportunity you can practice being in the moment. So, the next time you get in your car, feel the seat underneath you. Feel the steering wheel in your hands and pay attention to what’s going on…… Continue Reading
When You Avoid Being Present Because it’s Boring
It’s so common to avoid being in the moment when we’re doing things we just don’t want to do. You know, all those mundane tasks that you just have to do? Whether it’s putting petrol in your car or hanging out washing, there’s a tendency to just want it to be over with so we…… Continue Reading