Why it’s so hard to be yourself

It's easier said than done. We grow up having people tell us to be more or less of ourselves. And for many at a young age you follow the words of those older than you. That's fine when it comes to things like eating a balanced diet, doing your homework and being kind to people. … Continue reading Why it’s so hard to be yourself →

Overcoming and explanations

If you take the time to read (or listen enough you'll find that science (or philosophy or spirituality or whatever floats your boat) can explain everything. And once you know there's a reason behind something, especially if it's difficult or challenging it might help you overcome it. It turns out that the secrets of who … Continue reading Overcoming and explanations →

The push-back

Because every action has an equal and opposite reaction. I've been using the term push-back for a while. I use it to refer to how we react to negative/un-ideal circumstances. But not any reaction just the specific ones often done when our emotions are heightened and we're angry or frustrated. Imagine you're a kid and … Continue reading The push-back →

Talk but don’t dwell

Often when we talk about difficult things we get so caught up in the story that we end up dwelling on it. Sometimes to the point where we end up reliving it and our bodies remember exactly how it felt. It could be a time you felt rejected, overwhelmed or ignored. It's not difficult to … Continue reading Talk but don’t dwell →

Mind the gap

That's what's painted at the platforms edge. I suppose now is the best time to add the disclaimer that this isn't about jumping. The message painted on the platforms edge can be used in conversations about the distance between where you are and where you want to be. The gap is the space between the … Continue reading Mind the gap →

The deep end: It’s not that deep

On how life imitates being in water when you can't swim. Sometimes in all the flurry and commotion of being thrown into the deep end, you forget to check how deep it actually is. If you stop panicking and give yourself a moment to stop, to take a deep breath and to place your feel … Continue reading The deep end: It’s not that deep →

It might feel like the end of the world but…

...I promise you it's not. Challenges are a part of life. And as much as you get frustrated when things don't go to plan there's a part of you that enjoys the experience. You might think you've encountered something you can't overcome but that could be because you've never done it before not because you … Continue reading It might feel like the end of the world but… →