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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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Exploring the Imposter Syndrome (Part 1)
28
Oct
By andrzeji
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Exploring the Imposter Syndrome (Part 1)

“I did then what I knew how to do. Now that I know better, I do better.” Maya Angelou What is the imposter syndrome (For brevity on occasion I'll refer to Imposter Syndrome as "IS") Simply put an "Imposter Syndrome" is where we feel we are outside of our abilities and feel vulnerable and insecure. We feel that we will be discovered, maybe even shamed in front of our peer group. We might even believe that we wouldn't survive that shame. The GOOD NEWS is that Imposter Syndrome can be thought of as a natural feeling of anxiety that's hung…
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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
By andrzeji
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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 to reset your mindset ?
03
Apr
By andrzeji
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How to reset your mindset ?

Mindset Mindset: The definition of madness is doing the same thing over and over again. Albert Einstein It can be said that how we view and experience the world is defined by our expectations, beliefs and values. These elements are all formed by our life experience, they form our mindset and our view of the world. Our mindset informs our reaction to the events in our lives. However, when there is a mismatch between our mindset and the demands of our life, we find ourselves; Stuck Find resistance to taking action We suffer unwanted emotions (e.g. anxiety, depression anger) To…
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Optimism, ways it helps overcome fear ?
22
Mar
By andrzeji
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Optimism, ways it helps overcome fear ?

The power of Optimism Optimism: Whether you think you can or can't you are right! Henry Ford I love this quote on optimism as it can so easily get us into action. Just like turning on a tap. Isn't that amazing! how the power of our thoughts can make such a dramatic change within us. From not being able to do something to rolling up our sleeves and getting on with it. On of my favourite type of thought is an expectation thought. Expectation thoughts are about what we think will happen in a particular endeavour or situation or action.…
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Find out about Mental Health and being a Mental Health First Aider
05
Jan
By andrzeji
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Find out about Mental Health and being a Mental Health First Aider

Introducing John Meaney It gives me great pleasure to be introducing John Meaney as this weeks guest blog writer and Mental Health First Aider Instructor. I have known John for many years, amongst his many talents John is a Mental First Aider Instructor and Life Coach. John will be talking a little about mental health but more importantly the role of Mental Health First aiders. He'll share how the first aiders can support wellbeing. Sometimes we needs someone to look out for us, especially in times when we are unable to do so for ourselves. (Note: MHFA stands for Mental…
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