A member of my study group walked out in the middle of the class. When she got back, we celebrated what she had done. What would happen if you did that at school, at work, or during a meeting? Do you think it would be celebrated? Probably not. In fact, you’d more than likely be…
For many people, Christmas is a time where families and old friends can come together, where childhood memories are filled with warmth and joy. Some may not have seen each other for a long time, whilst others are welcoming in new members to their ever growing families. For others, memories of Christmas may not be…
For many years Shay had a sort of mantra she would use before she left the house. It went like this, “Phone, purse, keys!” and it’s self-explanatory that she used it to help make sure she didn’t forget these important items. Smart, right? Over the last few years, however, since she’s worked with me, she…
As we move through life, there will undoubtedly be moments of fear, resistance, adversity, and uncertainty. It’s during these times that the power of motivational affirmations can help us cultivate inner resources to rise above our fears and doubts. Affirmations for motivation are like bright evening stars, illuminating our inner strength, determination, and an inspired…
High functioning anxiety is not a diagnosis, but we recognise that people who function well often need help. They may ‘soldier on’ in spite of their anxiety. This is part of a series on high functioning people and mental health. We’ll look at high functioning anxiety, high functioning depression, healthy vs unhealthy stoicism, beating anxiety,…
I put my hand in my pocket and my fingers were met by the comforting shape of a conker (that’s a buckeye or nut from a horse chestnut tree for my American readers!). I felt the familiar smooth, hard skin of the conker as it nestled in my hand and felt myself instantly connected with…
Earlier this year I shared why self-care is essential for parents in another post for My Self-Love Supply, “Why Parents Can’t Afford to Skip Self-Care.” In short, if we neglect our needs for too long we enter a cycle of burnout, which leads to more irritability, exhaustion and resentment. But when we intentionally turn…
As we navigate daily life, we are accompanied by a nearly constant stream of self-talk. These internal conversations, often unnoticed, shape our perceptions, actions, and experiences. Among the most powerful words we speak to ourselves are the two simple words “I am.” I am worthy, I am unworthy. I am enough, I am not enough….
When I was eight years old, I used to cry in my room behind closed doors, with a pillow over my head so my parents wouldn’t hear me. Growing up, showing my sensitivity to the world was not encouraged. The adults in my life asked me to develop a thicker skin and stop being weak….
In the fast-paced, modern world that we live in, anxiety is an unwelcome companion for many. It’s a universal human struggle that transcends age, gender, race, and background. Yet despite its omnipresence, there are tools and practices that can support us in reclaiming inner peace and serenity. One of those tools is affirmations for anxiety….