We all like to think we're independent, but what does that really mean? I like to think of myself as a fiercely independent woman. I grew up in a family troubled by my dear Dad's alcoholism and I made up my mind in my teenage years that I'd be a strong person and never 'need' anyone. I've learnt, over many years of meditation and following a spiritual Continue Reading
What You Think of Me Doesn’t Matter.
So many people use so much energy and a great deal of time (and money) trying to impress others. Social media is a perfect example. People trying hard to post clever, witty posts screaming 'look at me, I'm great!' Sadly, women appear to be the leaders with constant pics of themselves in their new teeny weeny bathing suit, or new hairdo, extravagant make Continue Reading
Do You Like Yourself or Give Yourself a Hard Time?
One of the many ways we give ourselves a hard time is by comparing ourselves to others. How exhausting and stressful! Who's the judge anyway? Who writes the criteria for who's better than someone else? Sadly it's usually the media and advertisers wanting to sell you their latest product. How about starting today - right now, being kinder to Continue Reading
Being Truly Happy.
It's a sheer joy and brings great freedom to know that your happiness comes from within yourself and not from any outer source - but it can also be a tad daunting. What if you believe a relationship with the 'right' person can make you happy? What if you think the perfect job/career, home, environment etc will bring you lasting happiness? Sadly, there are Continue Reading
How to Be Calmer and Not Feel Overwhelmed.
Gosh, what a lot of stuff we're all dealing with each and every day and in Covid times it's even harder for some people. People are used to the freedom of jumping in their car or on a plane and travelling to see family and friends, going out to lunch or dinner, catching up for a variety of social outings. Most people have holidays away from home to unwind Continue Reading
Do You React or Respond?
I think one of the best benefits I've experienced from practicing Mindfulness and Meditation is I now stop, take a slow calm breath and respond, not re-act impulsively. Well, not always, but certainly much more than I used to. A friend said to me recently that she has realised she's not getting tougher with age and her comment made me think - have I Continue Reading
Love or Fear – Which Will You Choose?
I posted a short, optimistic meme in our local community group recently and most people were appreciative. Our area is in Stage 4 lockdown and we're not permitted to leave our own postcode unless for the approved few reasons so I was posting to help brighten people's spirits. It was interesting to observe those that came back with negative comments. One guy Continue Reading
Feel Better With Mindfulness as Your Guide.
In my previous post of 24th June, I wrote about 'burn out' and how Meditation is my all time favourite method for helping to cope with the challenges and pressures of daily life and flourish despite them. Today, I'm discussing the other practice that helps me maintain my equilibrium and all round sanity. MINDFULNESS. How people get by in their lives Continue Reading
Is Burn Out Optional?
We're hearing a lot about 'burn out', exhaustion and feeling overwhelmed at the moment. There's so much unpleasantness (to say the least) going on in the world at large and for many, even in your local community. It's very easy to get caught up in all the fear and negativity, but I notice many people don't seem to have enough effective skills (or knowledge) Continue Reading