Give yourself the mental escape you need On March 8th it will be one year since I went into isolation with my partner. I'm in a high risk group so we have been throughly isolated, for a year!And honestly for the longest while I didn't mind. I am an extroverted introvert so in a way … Continue reading #lifelessons101 – How to do forest bathing at home
Firstly let me say that I know that I am extremely lucky in this time of global crisis to be in my situation. I can work at home, enjoy the countryside on my doorstep and stay in relative safety. As well as feeling super worried about all of you that are not as lucky. I … Continue reading #lifelessons101 – 8 realisations and lessons I have learned during a global pandemic and isolation (plus the power of a pillow fort!)
If you are getting bored at home during the Coronavirus lockdown then step over to the interwebs, there's lots of fun to be had right here! I am amazed at the interwebs I really am. There are so many cool things you can find to do. And now with the Coronavirus lockdown there is even … Continue reading #lifelessons101- Bored at home during the Coronavirus Lockdown? Here’s some great websites to keep you amused for free!
One of the tricks I have learnt over the years is when I need encouragement, inspiration or just cheering up is to revisit the work and life stories of people I find inspiring. And recently it has been one of what I consider to be one of the most inspiring people on the planet. Miranda … Continue reading #lifelessons101 – Inspiring People – The Queen of Jolly and Brave Honesty Miranda Hart
This week I posted the “If I held a Ted Talk what would you expect it to be about” meme on Facebook. And of course as a coach there were many suggestions about personal development. But the answer that made me scream with laughter was ‘ Effective Communication Through Swearing’ !! This person knows me … Continue reading #lifelessons101 – Why swearing can be good for effective communication
Jim Rohn said“Reading is essential for those who seek to rise above the ordinary.” —and I completely agree. Which is why one of my favorite December traditions is to treat myself to some life inspiration ready for the new year. If you are looking for some great personal growth inspiration for 2020 here is my … Continue reading #lifelessons101 – My top five personal growth reads for 2020
Recently I saw a Facebook Meme thingy that said “Be the I in Kind”. Now being an advocate of practicing kindness I thought ahhh. Until I noticed someone had commented “Why?”. Now I was shocked. My first though was that the benefits from being kind are so obvious, who could not understand it. My second … Continue reading #liflessons101 – Why practicing kindness makes you happier and healthier
In my happiness project this month’s theme is gratitude. I have been consciously aware of the things I have to be grateful for, making sure that I let the people in my life that I am thankful for them. And yes, I do feel blessed by all the wonderful and beautiful things in my life. … Continue reading #lifelessons101 – How random acts of kindness will deepen your gratitude and enrich your life
This week has been the start of my hella stressful 10 days. I have periods of life like this occasionally where my days are just unavoidably jam packed and that’s the way it is. Since I started working with time management these insanely busy times are less and less. But it’s like Christmas hols with … Continue reading # Life lessons 101 -How to avoid burnout and re prioritise RnR when you are insanely busy
Getting a diagnosis is an emotional roller coaster ride. Whether for a mental or physical health issue, you could be standing amidst shock, disbelief, epiphany, clarity, confusion or even a huge dollop of why the heck did this happen to me! This is a roller coaster I have ridden 4 times in my life. And … Continue reading #lifelessons101 – How to cope when you get a diagnosis