Self-care
How to find Self-Love this Valentine’s Day
February is here and everyone is talking about Valentine’s Day and we will shortly be bombarded by all the commercialism around it. Don’t get me wrong, I love romance as much as anyone else and I have been happily married for 19 years but I think there is so much pressure to be part of…
Read MoreHow to look after your mental health at Christmas
It has been an “annus horribilis” year and with Christmas now upon us, there are more challenges and emotions to deal with. While many people enjoy this time of year, for many it brings more pressure on our time and money, while others experience loneliness and grief. This time of year is proven to increase…
Read MoreReclaim your life in 2021
For many of us, 2020 tested us like nothing before. But if we have learnt one thing, it’s that we are resilient and can adapt to change. Take a look at how you can plan for 2021 in the areas of your career, relationships, finances and self development with my article on taking…
Read MoreMenopause and Mental Health
As women, and as a society in general, we openly talk about breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and even periods, but how often do you see menopause spoken about in the media, day to day conversations, and on social media? Even in 2020, menopause still seems to be a taboo subject. Surely, we’ve moved on from…
Read MoreIs it Time to Spring Clean Your Mind?
SPRING is here. The flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping, and it is time to shrug off the Winter blues. Most people use this time to do a spring clean of their house and their wardrobes, but have you considered doing a spring clean of your mind? 4 Steps to Spring Clean Your…
Read More9 Ways to Get Your Mojo Back
We have now had six months or so of COVID-19 which has meant lockdowns, social distancing, working from home, home schooling and being unable to travel either interstate or overseas. It is not surprising many of us have lost our mojo. When you have mojo, you are generally full of energy, positive and optimistic…
Read MoreDo you suffer from the “disease to please”?
Are you a people pleaser? Do you always do what someone asks of you, even if it makes you uncomfortable or wastes your time? If this sounds like you, then you could be suffering from what is sometimes referred to as the “disease to please“, meaning you frequently say ‘yes’ to people when in…
Read MoreThe 5 Senses Guide to Practicing Mindfulness
Whether you’re feeling uneasy about world events, you’re busy running around after everyone else, or you’re stressed about finances, relationships or work, there is one age-old practice you can introduce to your day to help you find some calm and collect your thoughts. One of the best ways to relax into the present moment is…
Read MoreBe your own Valentine this Valentine’s Day
When you think about it, flying through this turbulent life is no different to a plane in distress – when the masks drop, you must apply yours before attending to others. Why am I talking about plane disasters in a Valentine’s Day article? Because it’s a great analogy to recognise that sharing love with…
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