So often, we're afraid to be vulnerable and let people know where we're at. In doing that you miss out on the opportunity to be supported by people that care. What often ends up happening is you feel frustrated that there is no one to support you, not realising that you haven't even given them … Continue reading The opportunity to be supported
Tag: fear
The thing about missing out
Sometimes it might seem like you're missing out. But the power of hindsight is that when you push too hard for a particular outcome you'll find that you'll be glad you missed out. Turns out some things aren't meant to be even if you don't realise in the moment. We often get caught up in … Continue reading The thing about missing out
What it’s like to be an ideas person
Years ago I had an idea to create a lifestyle site based in my city. It would have included things to do and see, restaurant reviews and recommendations, arts and culture, places to shop etc... That idea never came to life. I wanted it to be a group thing, a site run by team of … Continue reading What it’s like to be an ideas person
The third option
It's easy to fall into thinking that you only have 2 options. Do nothing or do what everyone else is doing. Sometimes that works out okay but other times you need a third option. That third option is to carve you're own path and do what feels best for you. And sure that might draw … Continue reading The third option
Unexpected but needed
I recently had an unexpected conversation that I didn't expect to have yet at the same time it was exactly what I needed. It can be difficult to let people know that you need a little bit of reassurance once in a while. However, sometimes maybe it's not even really reassurance but instead just to … Continue reading Unexpected but needed
Don’t focus on the fear
It is so easy to get carried away. There are lots of things that you could be afraid of but it doesn't mean you should be. I find that the more you focus on fear the more you amplify it until all of a sudden you're having heart palpitations over something that would be better … Continue reading Don’t focus on the fear
Lessons in solitude
In the company of one as in you, yourself and um you, there are many valuable lessons to learn. A significant one being Who am I? It's much easier to gain an understanding of yourself when you're not having to consider others. I think that the aspects of you in solitude should be the aspects … Continue reading Lessons in solitude
Asking for feedback
Some are scared to ask for feedback whilst others are afraid to give it. You don't want to offend anyone or maybe if they're more experienced than you, you don't think you have the authority. But I've learnt that it's good to ask for feedback. In fact, I'm trying to do more of it in … Continue reading Asking for feedback
A womans liberation
This isn't about a movement for equality, it's something personal. Liberation is a beautiful thing. I recently realised that I'm experiencing a period of liberation in my life and it feels amazing. The best part is I liberated myself. It wasn't from any single action but instead a collection of things like daily gratitude, monthly … Continue reading A womans liberation
Exposed
How do you feel when you try something that doesn't work? One of the things that limits people from trying new things or just being themselves is not the thing itself but the feeling that comes afterwards. That feeling of being exposed. Of all eyes on you and nothing to show for yourself. The thought … Continue reading Exposed
The Daily Gemm 