Those who have studied with me know that I tend to illustrate key points during my training and presentations with cultural references of varying kinds, and in particular, I make reference to one of my all-time favourite TV shows Red Dwarf. In it, there is a character...

“Acceptance looks like a passive state, but in reality, it brings something entirely new into the world. That peace, that subtle energy vibration is consciousness” - Eckhart Tolle   Life is far from perfect, it is inevitable that life has ups and downs, happiness...

“True belonging is the spiritual practice of believing in and belonging to yourself so deeply that you can share your most authentic self with the world and find sacredness in both being a part of something and standing alone in the wilderness. True belonging doesn’t...

There are many decisions to make in life, and sometimes, it's simpler to go with what you know, even if it means settling for what is less than ideal. The practise of settling can become a barrier to your pleasure and personal development. It might involve taking less...

Amidst the ebb and flow of personal and professional landscapes, the art of navigating constructive criticism emerges as an indispensable skill, offering not just a pathway through challenges but a transformative journey towards professional growth and personal...

How to Be a Better Listener "The most basic of all human needs is the need to understand and be understood. The best way to understand people is to listen to them."— Ralph G. Nichols In a world brimming with the constant hum of voices, the art of active listening...

Love, they say, makes the world go 'round. And as we spin through the delightful, dizzying, and sometimes perplexing adventure of life, it's the one thing that can add extra sparkle to our journey. It's like the glitter glue that holds the mosaic of our existence...

Halloween has just passed and you may or may not have been watching scary films – I do love a scary film! Did you know that they could even serve your mental health well?In the realm of cinema, horror holds a unique power, a power that reaches into the depths of our...

How to Use Self-Talk to Improve Mental Health Mental health is not shaped solely by the tangible forces surrounding us but also by the intangible forces that dwell within. The thoughts we cultivate, the conversations we hold with ourselves, and the words that echo...

"Out of the night that covers me, black as the pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be for my unconquerable soul.” These words from William Ernest Henley's poem, "Invictus," resonate with the essence of the human spirit. They remind us that within each of...