This week’s tip comes from the mental file called “Why are the simple ones usually the most powerful?” When I work one to one with people, often I’ll offer a free initial session – what I call “coffee and a chat”. It’s a great opportunity for someone to come over without pressure or financial commitment, […]
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Most of us have been there. Driving to work in the cold and rain, fed up, tired through lack of sleep, wishing we could be going anywhere other than where we are headed – and then something almost magical happens. Suddenly, on the radio, you hear a familiar tune. Your mood lifts instantly as you
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I had lunch recently with a female friend of mine. We were chatting and eating when she confided in me that she hated other women. Shocked, I asked her what she meant, surely she didn’t hate everyone?! She said she actively looks for flaws when she meets other women. Her internal dialogue is an endless
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Do you wish that you could get a better night’s sleep? Especially on those nights when it’s really important that you rest? Do you find yourself tossing and turning, obsessing over how much sleep you’re not getting? You’re not alone. Approximately 1 in 3 adults in the UK have difficulty sleeping. Luckily, there are some
The number of people coming to see me with stress or anxiety related issues is increasing massively at the moment. I’m not sure whether it’s the pressures of modern life, thoughts of an impending recession or some other factor. What I do know is that all of these people have something in common. At some
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The turn of the year has traditionally been a time of New Year’s Resolutions; new beginnings, dropping bad habits and learning new ones. You know… New Year New You! A recent survey, however, suggested that 8 out of 10 people in the UK won’t even bother to make them this year. The top two reasons
Making Stopping Smoking Easier Part Two Last week we started to talk about the number one New Year’s Resolution, to Stop Smoking and the steps to take in order to give yourself the best chance of being successful. We looked at the “Stopping List”. This is a list of 20 reasons why you want to
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Happy New Year! I hope the festive period was a truly great one for you and you’re looking forward to this year with excitement and anticipation. It always fascinates me what the turn of a new year does to people psychologically. Many use it as a signpost and opportunity to improve their life by making
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One of the big televisual talking points of the last few weeks (apart from Ann Widdecombe and Wagner’s exploits on the other Reality TV shows) has been Gillian McKeith’s stint in the jungle for “I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here”. Comments have been flying because of Gillian’s apparent phobias and behaviours during the
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As we move deeper into winter and daylight hours get shorter, how are you feeling? Are you having difficulty getting up? Have a lack of energy? Craving carbohydrates or comfort foods? Feeling sleepy in the day or losing interest in work or other activities? If so, you’re not alone! Around 20% of the population suffers
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