Through periods of overwhelm it's easy to feel lost and stuck. When there are 101 problems finding a solution can be challenging. Often, the best place to start is by figuring out what you need in the moment. Finish the sentence: When I feel anxious in a crowded place, I need... Perhaps you're in a … Continue reading Figure out what you need
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Perfect timing
Sometimes with little to no effort things work out perfectly. You know those moments where you think I couldn't have planned this any better than exactly how it's worked it. I think these moments are even better when they've come as a result of you letting go and not putting so much pressure on how … Continue reading Perfect timing
A different kind of perfect
Think of something in your life that is not quite where you want it to be. Close your eyes and visualise waht it would be like if it was perfect. Most of us have things in our lives that we wish were at least a little bit different to how they are right now. We … Continue reading A different kind of perfect
The perfect character
I recently started watching a show from the 90s that has gained a significant amount of criticism for various reasons. Much of it I agree with, yet I still found the show (for the most part) enjoyable to watch. One particular bit of criticism that I didn't agree with was that against the main character. People … Continue reading The perfect character
75% qualified
There are stats to prove that when it comes to job applications women are less likely to apply than men, if they don't meet all the requirements. The interesting thing about this is that if you don't get the job you don't really lose out because nothing changes. So if you apply yo a job … Continue reading 75% qualified
The perfect words
There are some cases when, if you don't know what to say the best thing to say is nothing at all. But that doesn't apply to every situation. In fact, in some scenarios saying nothing is one of the worst things that you can do. Sometimes we hold off from speaking up because we think … Continue reading The perfect words
Two types of perfectionists
When you think of a perfectionist, what comes to mind? Almost every time it's the type A personality who is incredibly organised and competitive. The sort of person who is particular and also explicit about wanting to get things right. But there is a different kind of perfectionist too. The second is the sort of … Continue reading Two types of perfectionists
The perfect time to daydream
Nobody is living their life exactly as they would like right now. But in this space of uncertainty, limited in person interaction and staying inside you'll get a pretty good idea of how you want to live your life. Ask yourself: What do I miss? What do I want to do with my day? And … Continue reading The perfect time to daydream
Policing perfect
If you go on social media you'll find an abundant amount of people policing 'perfect'. They'll criticise, comment and assume as though people aren't human beings. But the thing is, you can never please everyone and you will make mistakes. And as great as the internet is, nobody needs 4658 strangers criticising them for something … Continue reading Policing perfect
Go with the flow
It's hard to balance tense and triggered aspects of self with the softer more malleable bits. My anxiety makes me tense and rigid but it also deeply influences the way I write. But my softer more malleable side deeply influences my writing too. It is often through writing that my anxieties subside and I am … Continue reading Go with the flow
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