Having a meaningful career is about more than doing a job that pays well. You want to do something that encourages personal development. It’s nice to look back at the past and see how far you’ve come and the different ways you’ve developed as a person due to your profession. Some careers allow this more …
Self-confidence isn’t this magical thing that some people just have and others don’t. It’s slippery. One day, you’re feeling good, in control, like you’ve got it all together – and then bam. One comment. One bad day. One awkward conversation. And suddenly, you’re second-guessing yourself. Here are some of the most common self-confidence breakers, and how …
Life can sometimes hand you unexpected obstacles. Tasks others seem to breeze through may become a huge challenge for you, leaving you confused and frustrated with life’s trials. You might find yourself asking, “Why does everything seem harder for me?” There may be various factors, both within your control and outside it, that are compounding …
Have you ever made a vision board? In case you haven’t come across the concept before, a vision board is a physical board covered in pictures, text or other visual representations of your dreams and goals. To make a vision board, images are typically cut out of magazines or printed off the internet, and stuck …
Let’s face it, splurging on a new gadget or indulging in the latest fashion trend might give you a quick happiness boost, but these pleasures tend to fade faster than a cheap spray tan. If you’re looking to spend some cash in a way that will pay dividends in the long run, consider investing in …
Life is a beautiful yet challenging journey, filled with ups and downs, triumphs and setbacks. Along the way, most of us find ourselves facing moments of self-doubt, criticism, and inner turmoil. In these moments, practising self-compassion can be a powerful antidote, offering a path to greater self-acceptance, resilience, and inner peace. Thanks …
It feels like we’re always moving forward when we’re younger. We’re hurtling through life, having experiences, meeting new people, and existing outside of our comfort zone. By the time we reach adulthood, many of us are happy to live in a settled, comfortable space for a while. However, it’s important not to get too comfortable …
If everyone in the world could kick their bad habits, it would be an extraordinarily different place. We’d be wealthier, happier, and dramatically more content with our lives. Unfortunately, eliminating these problem behaviours is surprisingly challenging. Getting people to turn their backs on things they’ve done for years and embrace something new isn’t straightforward, either …
I am building up quite a collection of books by Michael Waters! Having already reviewed ‘Becoming Guise-Wise’ and ‘The Power of Surge’, today I am reviewing his newest book, ‘Should I, Shouldn’t I – The best and easiest way to make a big, scary decision’. Michael Waters is “a consultant, trainer, coach, author, conference speaker …
I’m pleased to be reviewing another non-fiction book today. Having recently read and reviewed ‘Becoming Guise-Wise’ by Michael Waters, I have since had the chance to read another of Michael Waters’ books – ‘The Power of Surge’. Michael Waters left me a post-it note on my review copy which immediately heightened my curiosity …
