Avoidance is temporary. You might feel like you've managed to escape when you put it off for another day. However, that's not quite how it works, it hasn't gone away. What you don't do today will still be there tomorrow. It'll be there until you decided to face it, or it faces you. And so … Continue reading Avoidance
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A chance of regression
When you're on a particular journey moving from an old way to something new, there is always a chance of regression. And sometimes we almost allow it to happen unnessicarily because we tell oursleves that it's just part of the process when really, it doesn't have to be. It's possible to keep going without falling … Continue reading A chance of regression
Back to the way things were
Around 18 months ago, the idea of working from home full-time was not an option for many people. However, last year it became our reality. Suddenly we had to adjust to new ways of working. We had to make space at home to work in the same way or as close to how we would … Continue reading Back to the way things were
Maybe you should quit
If you had to choose between pushing on with something in the hopes that it will work out or choosing to quit and starting over, which would you choose? We're regularly encouraged to keep going, to try and try and again but what if things just aren't working out. Often, the reason we choose to … Continue reading Maybe you should quit
Understanding numbers
When I was 16 or 17 years old sat in sociology class i remember my tutor saying 'There are lies, damn lies and statistics'. I felt like I understood it at the time but my understanding has definitely grown over time with experience. The thing with numbers is we associate them with mathematics, facts and … Continue reading Understanding numbers
Enjoy the moment
If you spend too much time focusing on the wrong thing, you'll miss out on the chance to enjoy the moment. Of course you never want to push aside or dismiss problems that need to be solved or worries that feel important but they don't have to always be a priority. There will always be … Continue reading Enjoy the moment
Say it now
If something is bothering you, don't ignore it. Say it now. Of course there may be times when you need to process and check in with yourself to ensure you're not making a mountain out of a molehill but that won't always be necessary. Often, the reason we ignore things and don't speak up in … Continue reading Say it now
Finding comfort in the worst case scenario
Many people find comfort in the worst case scenario because deep down they know it'll never be as bad. Infact it will be significantly better. And so even if you're worried about the way something will turn out once you prepare yourself for the worst, you know that noo matter what happens you'll be able … Continue reading Finding comfort in the worst case scenario
It’s not that important
Sometimes things that aren't that important get dressed up to be the most important thing in the world. You react by getting overwhelmed and stressed. This effects you're sleep, general mood and how you interact with others. As much as you want to feel good within you're body, you can't help but sacrifice that for … Continue reading It’s not that important
It’s okay when it ends
You don't have to resist or try to make it work, I promise you, it is okay. Life is full of endings and new beginnings. But sometimes when things are getting to the end and we don't know what is around the corner, we get nervous and become resistant. We try to put the pieces … Continue reading It’s okay when it ends
The Daily Gemm 