For a lot of people in this life, existence can be very tough. Even when things are going well, there will still be stumbling blocks that affect our physical and mental well-being. You’d think we’d have everything at our disposal to make life so much simpler – but it never seems to work out that …
At times, it seems we forget to take time out just in order to care for ourselves, yet this essential practice mustn’t become lost within all the hustle and bustle. It’s important to take time for YOU, the most vital person in your life, by pausing, taking a deep breath, as well as reconnecting. So …
I was recently contacted by TCK Publishing to ask if I would be willing to review their new book, Everyday Mindfulness by Melissa Steginus in exchange for a free copy. It sounded like such a helpful book, so of course, I accepted! I received an e-book copy and was excited to start reading this book. …
Our thoughts can have a big impact on how we feel. Sometimes, when I allow my thoughts to wander, unhelpful thought patterns can start to enter my mind. I worry about upcoming events, replay past situations in my mind, and visualise worst-case scenarios. This often happens when I am out for a walk, in the …
Last month, I spent an hour each day studying Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and putting it into practice in my life. In this post, I want to share with you 7 key lessons I have learned since I began studying CBT. These are ideas, mindsets and techniques that I have found especially helpful to apply …
I love nature, and plants have always fascinated me. In this post, I want to outline some of the benefits of keeping house plants, and reasons why you might want to try it too! But first, here’s a little bit of background on my love of plants. My family has kept indoor plants for all my life, …
