A message I'm always keen to get across is that as much as it's important to open up, what matters even more is that you do it with the right people. For some that may be obvious but others might find themselves wondering who qualifies as 'right'. It really depends on the individual. However, there … Continue reading The right people
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With unlimited confidence…
That was the prompt in a self-help book I read around 6 or 7 years ago. It was followed by questions like: How would you behave?How would your relationships change?What would it allow you to do? I think it's a helpful set of words to get you thinking about how you might be limiting yourself. … Continue reading With unlimited confidence…
Feeling difficult feelings
When you feel low or sad about something it can be difficult to know what t do with the feeling. After all you don't want to feel it, you'd much rather the sadness just left you alone. But the thing with difficult feelings and feelings in general is that they don't leave if you don't … Continue reading Feeling difficult feelings
Making the case for curiosity
I think the idea of being curious is something often associated with childhood. You think of being at a young age where you have lots of questions and so you ask them not really thinking about whether or not you should. But then we get older, for a large majority of people asking questions is … Continue reading Making the case for curiosity
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
Reflecting on the past 3 months
The past few months have been something none of us could have ever anticipated. It's been challenging, sad, stressful and at times overwhelming. Times like this are perfect for reflection because we've all been reminded how short life is and how tomorrow isn't promised. Our day to day have all changed in some way. We've … Continue reading Reflecting on the past 3 months
The problem with looking back
I think it's fair to say that most people are enticed by new things. A new habit, a new opportunity even a new person. As much as we can fear the new there are many instances when it actually excites us. Yet, in many cases instead of going towards the new thing, we look back. … Continue reading The problem with looking back
What next?
When leading a movement or if you put yourself in a position to be a voice for change, a question to regularly ask is, what next? What next, when things don't go to plan? What next, when people lose motivation? What next, when you complete one of the things you were working towards? The road … Continue reading What next?
Looking to the future
In challenging times it can be difficult to look to the future and think about all the possibilities. Your mind will be going round in circles and you'll be asking yourself questions like: How can I get there when there is all this stuff going on right now? When you're caught up in a challenging … Continue reading Looking to the future
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
The Daily Gemm 