After years of yo-yo visualising, here’s why I’m determined to go back and try it again.
Tag: Depression
Trying Not to Lose vs. Trying to Win
Some thoughts and reflections following Jiu Jitsu, and a realisation that my defensive behaviour is a habit that stretches far beyond the mats…
How do you Parent Yourself?
Whether you’re a parent or not, we’re all responsible for our own inner-child. So today I ask: what kind of self-parent are you?
What you Resists, Persists
Tempted to run away in the face of uncomfortable feelings? Here’s why as difficult as it is, you’d be much better off sticking around.
“I am no longer carrying her. Are you?”
After years of skepticism, here’s why I’ve changed my mind about the monks and the maiden, and how it helps me to overcome road rage on a daily basis.
Want to *insert goal here*? Try Mindfulness!
Trying to get fit, stop smoking, avoid avoidance or stop procrastinating? Here’s why I think mindfulness helps find the solution, no matter what the problem.
Exploring Senses at the Chippy
Fancy exploring your senses and eating some Fish ‘n’ Chips? Here’s my experience of doing just that:
Disqualifying the Positive: What do YOU know?!
After years of discounting kind words and complements from others, thinking that I know better, here’s how I’ve found myself better off in a place where I realise that I don’t know very much at all.
Changing your Behaviour: It’s as easy as A, B, C
Today: a simple, child and adult-friendly approach to changing your behaviour, no matter what the situation.
When Jumping to Conclusions…
A few thoughts about one of my worst habits – jumping to conclusions – and why it really isn’t an effective use of our time or energy.