Today I was listening to the radio when the announcer began discussing wellbeing. She asked listeners to phone in and tell her genuinely how they were feeling? She said she didn't want nonsense answers like "I'm well thanks", but instead, authentic answers - whether they be negative or positive! I was instantly hooked and began to listen keenly.I've never been one for the...
Today the world ripped the rainbow out of my sky, so I painted it back in! We all have those days when we’re blindsided by the unexpected. Whether the circumstances are shocking, nasty or something else entirely, a surprising blow can send us reeling and make us feel like all our joy has been taken away. But herein lies the choice – we...
Words have great power. As parents we have the ability to inspire great confidence in our children if we choose the right words to share with them. Think back to your own childhood - do you remember the things your parents and peers said to you over and over? "Yes" - regardless of whether they were positive or negative - most of us...
When was the last time you complimented someone? How do you react if someone compliments you? There really is nothing like a compliment. Whether you are the giver or receiver, you are sure to walk away smiling. Compliments in their very nature offer kindness and support. What could be better than engaging in such positive mood boosting activity? And who's to know how...
Feeling flat and want to boost your mood? Whether you've had a bad day at the office, with the kids, or you're just feeling flat, there are simple ways to instantly boost your mood. Yes, things can seem overwhelming at times but there are simple ways we can embrace calm. The problem is that when we feel overwhelmed with emotion or stress, it...
Do you ever get the feeling the universe is trying to push you in a certain direction? Do you keep stumbling across the same themes in your conversations with others? Do friends keep highlighting your natural abilities as things that could not only help others, but bring you true joy and purpose? Sometimes you might feel like you're going mad with all the...
After a wakeful night of heavy rain, I ventured out in the wee hours for a walk in the glistening green valley that swaddles my home. Although no longer raining, the trees dripped diamonds to the ground and the birds flitted between branches and frolicked in puddles. It was a beautiful morning with no sign of human life. People were still sleeping soundly...