In a world obsessed with speed, slow living offers a powerful antidote. It’s not about giving up ambition but choosing presence, peace, and joy in everyday moments. Discover practical ways to slow down, reduce stress, and rediscover what truly matters.
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Spending time in nature is one of the most powerful—and free—antidepressants we have. Research shows that green and blue spaces reduce stress, lift mood, and restore wellbeing. From biophilia to forest bathing, even 20 minutes outdoors can reset your body and mind, reconnecting you with life’s simple joys.
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Happiness isn’t found in flashy upgrades. Research shows it’s built on simple habits—sleep, gratitude, relationships, kindness, and movement. Science proves these everyday choices create lasting joy and resilience.
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Happiness isn’t about plastering on a smile or forcing “positive vibes only”. Real joy comes from facing life honestly—both the good and the tough. Discover why toxic positivity doesn’t work and how to create authentic happiness that lasts.
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We often tell ourselves we’ll be happy “someday” — after the trip, the promotion, or the perfect moment. But what if that day never comes? Discover why waiting robs us of joy, how our brains trick us, and simple ways to start living fully right now.
If You’re Saving Happiness for Later, Read This First Read More »
Curious about how AI might support your personal growth? This article explores how tools like ChatGPT can be used for self-reflection, gentle coaching, and emotional healing. Plus, download your free AI Prompt Pack filled with powerful questions to help you reflect, reframe, and rise — one prompt at a time.
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So many women find themselves caught in the role of “fixer.” Whether it’s a partner battling addiction, a child making reckless choices, a sibling who’s chronically broke, or a friend whose relationships are always in tatters — we pour our energy, time, and even money into trying to solve their problems.
Why Trying to Fix Your Loved One is Exhausting You — and What To Do Instead Read More »
What if the real block to your goals isn’t what you’re doing—but what you’re unconsciously believing? In this post, you’ll uncover the internal scripts shaping your results, then rewire them into empowering beliefs aligned with who you’re becoming. Includes a free worksheet to guide your shift.
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We tend to treat sadness like an uninvited guest — something to push away, hide, or avoid altogether. But what if sadness isn’t the enemy of happiness, but part of the way to it?
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The Think, Feel, Act Cycle, also known as the self-coaching model developed by Brooke Castillo, consists of five key components: circumstances, thoughts, feelings, actions, and results. It emphasizes that our thoughts, not external circumstances, determine our experiences. By becoming aware of and changing our thoughts, we can transform our emotions, behaviors, and outcomes, leading to a more positive life.
The Think, Feel, Act Cycle – A Deep Dive on Thoughts Read More »
A Life Coach gives people confidence and the ability to move forward in a positive manner in the areas of their life where they crave change.
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We spend so much of our time wanting to be somewhere else and absent from where we are right now. So many of our thoughts are either in the past, mulling over what has happened, regretting or trying to re-write the past. Or, our thoughts are focused on the future worrying about stuff still to happen and meeting our troubles halfway. We are missing out on the gift of the present.
OK. So yesterday I ran face-first into an ugly truth about myself. Truthfully, I was actually guided to the realisation by someone close to me and I thank them for it. I hope. Well. Yes. I thank them for pointing out a huge area of potential growth for me but I am a bit annoyed that it may give them an (undeserved) opportunity to feel smug and righteous. Defensive? Who me?
Help! The Internet says that I’m a controlling woman. Read More »
A tragedy is something that hopefully only occurs rarely or not at all in our lives or the lives of our loved ones. However, there are times when tragedy strikes close to home and we need to be there to support our loved ones. With so little experience at dealing with tragedy, thank goodness, there is little wonder that we may not know what to do or say to help when faced with it.
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As the new year ticked over I was delivered a report detailing different statistics about visitors to my website over the past 12 months. One of the most surprising metrics I read was ….
Are Men Happier Than Women? Read More »
As we enter a new calendar year many of us take the opportunity to review the past year and set some goals for the year ahead. The internet and social media are filled with offers of free and paid goal setting systems and courses and links to the newest planner or journaling method to assure success in keeping our new year’s resolutions this time even though we may have failed in the past.
The K.I.S.S. Method for Goal Setting Read More »
Yesterday I finally completed writing my 20 for 2020. This is a list of things I want to do in
As I sat down to write this I was thinking about what my word for 2020 was going to be,
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There was once a beautiful and slightly righteous angel living in Heaven. He was very gifted and amazing in just about every way but he struggled a bit with compassion and empathy. He simply couldn’t understand why some humans found it so hard to do the right thing and follow the rules.
Loving an addict in any capacity can be one of the loneliest places in the world.
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