10 years ago this would have cracked me

10 years ago this would have cracked me

It’s done. Everything does indeed pass. I’m finally getting a chance to reflect on the chaos that has been 2023 so far.   Some of you may or may not know our story.  We have recently moved house. It was the first time we’d moved in almost 13 years. The house sale fell...

Feeling guilt and shame about the way you handle situations

Feeling guilt and shame about the way you handle situations

Guilt or shame are emotions you may feel in the way you’re handling the situations you’re exposed to.  You shout at your kids - you feel guilty or ashamed You have a break - you feel guilty You act like a child towards your partner - you feel ashamed You overreact to...

Imagine being rational when dealing with a crisis

Imagine being rational when dealing with a crisis

"Rational and matter of fact" when dealing with a crisis. These were the words I received this week from one of my clients who’s seen incredible changes.Imagine if that was you.Imagine if instead of fear, anxiety, panic, stress, shouting, tears, hiding under the duvet...

Why I wanted to stay angry

Why I wanted to stay angry

I am loving seeing more sun, but another couple of degrees warmer would be nice!Whilst I’m always ready for winter (I love proper deep winter), I am so ready for proper hot weather too!In some of my client sessions recently what’s been coming up in staying stuck with...

Which wolf are you feeding?

Which wolf are you feeding?

Have you every come across the story of the two wolves?The legend is a story of a grandfather or elder using a metaphor of two wolves fighting within him to explain inner conflicts to his grandson, or other young person. When the young person asks which wolf wins, the...

Moving away from victim mentality

Moving away from victim mentality

When I first start working with someone, I can often hear that person isn’t focussed on what they can do, but on what others are doing around them.You’re being ‘wronged’ by a person such as your mum, partner, ex, friends, work etc and it’s impacting you.It’s an...