mindfulness
Running on empty
Running on empty If I had an energy gauge the needle would be pointing to E and the warning light would be on. In the last few days an exhausted feeling has crept up on me with everything becoming an effort to do. The hubbie pointed out that we haven’t had a break longer…
Read MoreA Mini Guide to Mindfulness ebook for you
A Mini Guide to Mindfulness ebook for you Today begins what I call my Week of Celebration! Because this week sees my little family celebrating the first anniversary of moving from Surrey to the Brecon Beacons, my birthday and our wedding anniversary. This is a good week and I want to share my joy…
Read MoreA Month of Self-Care project update
A Month of Self-Care project update So my self-care project for the month of June is over. (You can catch up with why I started the project here and how I felt after the first week here.) During the month my project evolved and developed. Ticking the list Having the tick list to fill…
Read MoreWhat to do when fear and anxiety feel overwhelming
What to do when fear and anxiety feel overwhelming Right now in Britain feelings are running high. People are scared, shocked, angry, frustrated, upset, and confused. Following the vote to leave the European Union many people feel uneasy with the reaction and unsettled by how little is known of the country’s future. I’m not…
Read MoreStopping to smell the flowers, literally
Stopping to smell the flowers, literally You know those days when everything’s just a bit meh? Today was one of those days for me. There was nothing in particular that was bothering me, I just felt out of sorts. I was plodding through my work half-heartedly which never feels great. So, rather than plough on in the hope my…
Read MoreWhen the world grows dark, focus on the light
When the world grows dark, focus on the light Every day the news is filled with stories of upsetting, unexplainable, terrifying actions by our fellow human beings around the world and in our neighbourhood. When bad things happen to good people it’s understandable that we feel the world is a frightening place filled with…
Read MoreThe difference three minutes can make
The difference three minutes can make It’s Monday, the week is in full flow and you’re already playing catch-up. I hear you. At the end of this week is Father’s Day and as I also run a stationery and gift business I’m busy packaging up Father’s Day gifts and posting them out as quickly…
Read MoreA Month of Self-Care: Week 1
A Month of Self-Care: Week 1 One week ago I declared I was challenging myself to a new project – a month of taking better care of myself you can read all about it here. Seven days in and I can report that I’m making progress! I’ve not stuck perfectly to my tick list but that’s…
Read MoreTake a look inside A Thankful Heart gratitude e-course
Take a look inside A Thankful Heart gratitude e-course *A Thankful Heart is now only available within The Calm Mind Club where all members get access to the 21-day course for free. Click here to join* Gratitude practice makes such a difference to our lives. It’s really had a huge effect on me, helping…
Read MoreHow do you know what to keep and what to throw?
How do you know what to keep and what to throw? There’s quite a trend for decluttering and paring down your belongings at the moment. But what if you think your life is better with all this stuff in it? Marie Kondo, author of ‘The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying’, believes that the possessions you…
Read MoreWhy you shouldn’t pursue happiness
Why you shouldn’t pursue happiness Wherever you turn there seems to be a plethora of books, blog posts and magazine articles telling you how to hunt happiness. Like happiness is something you can pursue or pin down. I find chasing happiness an odd idea, it’s not something that I do and I wouldn’t suggest anyone…
Read MoreWhat can have the greatest positive impact on your happiness?
What can have the greatest positive impact on your happiness? There are several ways to increase your positive emotions and feel happier in your life, as explored and tested by positive psychologists and researchers. I’ve read a lot of books on the subject, tried out many of the ideas myself and boosted my happiness in…
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