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How to make change – by writing your own story
13
Mar
By andrzeji
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How to make change – by writing your own story

Living the life you want - by writing a better story Your own story - Stories are an important part of life, they define who we are, our values and inspirations and aspirations. They define how we got to where we are in life and more importantly where we are heading. "If you don't know where you are going any road will take you there". So it makes sense to take charge of your own story so you have clarity of your end destination. Through, images, sounds, feel, smells and tastes stories can transform the factual into actual. A story…
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How to see what’s in your blind spot?
13
Sep
By andrzeji
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How to see what’s in your blind spot?

You can't always see the front of the label from within the jar! Anon Why sometimes we need help to see our potential I love that quote as it so playfully communicates that we all have blind spots. The jar in this context is our minds and what's hidden on the label is our "Potential". Our potential, or aspects of it are can be hidden from us. It tells us that we don't always have all the information to help us move beyond our problems or access our potential. Sometimes there is a blind spot in our awareness. That blind…
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Why finding your tribe is important
17
Jul
By andrzeji
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Why finding your tribe is important

The importance of being part of a tribe As a species (humans) we are not very good at surviving as individuals. We haven't got powerful claws or jaws to defend ourselves. Nor are we particularly good at running fast or climbing trees to avoid predators. So in order to survive we need to belong to a pack, a tribe of like minded people (family, club, organisation). In that tribe, through collaboration, increased vigilance and muscle and mind power, we have managed to carve a niche out in the natural world. In fact we have become the number one species. So…
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How to create helpful habits – Atomic Habits (James Clear)
04
Jul
By andrzeji
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How to create helpful habits – Atomic Habits (James Clear)

Atomic Habits - “Good habits are as addictive as bad habits, and a lot more rewarding.” Harvey Mackay Creatures of Habit Atomic Habits. When you look closely at human behaviour you soon discover that we are indeed creatures of habit. Habits allow us to do things on automatic pilot, without thinking. Typical habits are driving the car, writing a shopping list, doing the washing up, (can you think of your own?) So they help us live life without the burden of having to remember what to do all the time. Habits give us the space and mind capacity to be…
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How “slow down” can get you to your goal faster
07
Jun
By andrzeji
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How “slow down” can get you to your goal faster

Slow down, you move too fastYou got to make the morning lastJust kicking down the cobblestonesLooking for fun and feeling groovyBa da-da da-da da-da, feeling groovy Simon and Garlfunkel The Hare and the Tortoise (Aesop's fable) So why is it good to "slow down" and be more Tortoise when feeling overwhelmed? Lets check out Aesop's fable: "The fable of the Hare and the Tortoise is a story that teaches the lesson of "slow and steady wins the race." In the story, the overconfident hare challenges the slow-moving tortoise to a race. The hare quickly takes the lead but becomes complacent…
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What is the Happiness Advantage?
31
May
By andrzeji
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What is the Happiness Advantage?

The Happiness Advantage (Blog by Mel Richens) This thought-provoking, yet amusing TED Talk by Psyschologist Shawn Achor sets out to explain what he calls the happiness advantage.  He seeks to turn the old notion that “I’ll be happy when I’m successful” on its head.  In fact, we are much more likely to be successful when we are happy. Happy people and those with a positive outlook have been shown time and time again in research studies to perform better, be more productive, be more resilient and at a lower risk of burnout. “Your brain at positive is 31% more productive…
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6 Ways to use nature to help with relaxation
15
May
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6 Ways to use nature to help with relaxation

Forest Bathing (Shinrin yoku) and Relaxation Shinrin-yoku is a Japanese term that literally means "forest bathing," and it refers to the practice of immersing oneself in nature as a way to promote health and well-being. It involves spending time in a natural setting, such as a forest or park, and engaging with the environment using all five senses. Studies have shown that shinrin-yoku can reduce stress, lower blood pressure, boost immune function, and improve mood. From Canva AI Promoting relaxation Relaxation: I don't know if you are a walker, someone that likes to go out in nature. Walking can be…
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Breath: How to take control of your Breath to deal with Stress
05
May
By andrzeji
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Breath: How to take control of your Breath to deal with Stress

Using Breath to Manage Stress and Anxiety When the mind is agitated, change the pattern of the breath.  ~Patanjali, Yoga Sutras So why is breath important ? Well, we can live 3 weeks without food, 3 days without water and 3 minutes without air.  Lack of oxygen affects our brain's ability to function. So having an appropriate level of oxygen in take is imperative for survival. Very simply, there are two way of breathing. The limbic /sympathetic nervous system - this breathing is activated when we are stressed and anxious and are in some sort of fear response. The parasympathetic…
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How work life balance helps you?
26
Mar
By andrzeji
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How work life balance helps you?

Work life balance Work life balance: “You will never feel truly satisfied by work until you are satisfied by life.” Heather Schuck, The Working Mum Manifesto Work life balance is a good thing to plan for! It supports well being as well as helps us use our brains more effectively, whether in our private or professional lives. Extra curricular activity is an example of work life balance. That phrase "Extra curricular activity" reminds me of school, with the extra curricular activities being something we did after school. For me it was football practice or the gym club. The "extra" implies…
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Smile : ” Ways a smile a day keeps the doctor away!”
28
Feb
By andrzeji
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Smile : ” Ways a smile a day keeps the doctor away!”

The power of a smile "Don't cry because its difficult, smile because it's there" How Smiles can impact Mindset If you are interested in mindset and more importantly how we can access our confidence and resilience even in challenging situations then you may have already discovered that it's the small things that make the difference. And in particular actions that are consciously taken. So here's one small thing that has a disproportionate affect on our wellbeing and mindset and that's the simple smile. It can be a knowing smile to yourself, or to a loved one, to a colleague or…
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