Sometimes the hardest part is facing it. Once you accept it, you can make a plan for what do next. That for many is exciting. However, facing the difficult truth is the necessary first step. You do it by acknowledging and understanding the situation. In some cases it will involve admitting the role that you … Continue reading The difficult truth
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Creating a safe space
When it comes to opening up, do you know what you need in order to feel safe? A starting point is to ask yourself 'Will what I am about to say be handled with care?' I've learnt that people often hold their challenges dear. Even if it's not deeply affecting them now they still require … Continue reading Creating a safe space
In spite of everything
Looking back on the past couple of months, what have been your highlights? What has brought you joy? How have you been spending your time? For some there's a chance that they have been blossoming into a more truer version of themselves. Becoming someone who is considerate about how they spend their time. It's not … Continue reading In spite of everything
Struggling to write
After a week or so of struggling to write I got my flow back, the words began to pour. I began to think about how difficult it had been to post everyday that previous week, until I caught myself and realised why I hadn't been able to write as easily. I'd stopped writing. In that … Continue reading Struggling to write
Talking helps
On how sometimes the seemingly simple across of speaking up can transform your whole life. Talking helps when you allow yourself to be open, honest and vulnerable with the right people. This could be family, friends, your manager at work, your gp or perhaps a therapist. We so often get caught in our own stuff … Continue reading Talking helps
Considered
The expectation to be considered isn't one that I'd want from many, but when someone tries to convince you that they do consider you, if their actions don't align then it's justifiable to let them know how you feel. You don't have to 'go off!' at the person and make things dramatic. However, it is … Continue reading Considered
The Daily Gemm 