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Gratitude is an emotion where an individual expresses gratefulness or appreciation for what they have in life.  It encourages people to feel more positive, deal with adversity and reminds us of what is truly important in our lives whether that be friends, family or even our health. I’m writing this blog whilst the COVID 19 statistics rise (again!) and the outlook for Christmas and the New Year is looking a little grim (again!).  Yes it’s easy to start and complain about the possibility of further restrictions and get caught up in the media reports, but gratitude can help us hit our [...]

"Life is all about Choices" This has been one of my favourite sayings for as long as I can remember.  I think it’s because I genuinely believe it.  We make choices every single second of our lives.  There are the obvious ones such as what you eat, what you wear or what you say.  The less obvious ones such as what you think or what you focus on.  Then there are the tough choices which can completely change your life, one way or the other. The course of your life is only decided by the choices you make, or by someone’s [...]

It’s a well known fact that fresh air can make you feel better.  I love the great outdoors and everything it has to offer, and I’m at my happiest when I’m out for a long walk in my wellies, with my wife.  It gives me time to relax and the space to completely switch off.  We talk about the most bizarre things when we are out walking and we connect in our own little world away from distractions at home or work.  We’ve spent the weekend in the beautiful Lake District which got me thinking about the huge benefits of fresh air [...]

We all love to be comfortable.  We all possess a natural inclination to stick with the status quo and resist the unknown.  It gives us a sense of ease and convenience.  It’s the easy option isn’t it?  Do you hide away from tough issues, refuse to take risks or steer clear of difficult conversations at home or work?  If the answer is yes to any of these questions, you're probably comfortable.  If you stay comfortable you will never grow as a person or achieve any of those dreams or goals.  Can you honestly say you are happy with that outcome? If you want [...]

So far in my life, I have given a fuck about lots of people and things.  I’ve also not given a fuck about lots of people and things.  Can you guess which one has made more of a difference in my life?  It doesn’t mean I’m rude, insensitive or have a lack of empathy, it means I’ve learnt to accept that I can’t control everything in my life.  As soon as I realised this, my life changed for the better.   Tips on how not to give a fuck! 1.   You may wish your life was perfect but it’s important [...]

Work/life balance is key to a healthy and happy life.  Having a successful career may be important to many of us, but it’s also important to find a good balance between your job and personal life.  A healthy work/life balance is paramount for your wellbeing.  It also ensures that you have the opportunity to get the very best out of life.  If you’re happy and balanced outside of work, it’s likely that your productivity in work will increase. If you don’t get it right, a lack of work/life balance can have a considerable effect on both your physical and emotional wellbeing.  [...]

Confidence and self-esteem stem from positive thinking and believing that you can accomplish great things.  Your confidence and the belief you have in yourself can show in many ways; your behaviour, mood and the way you carry yourself.  More importantly it allows you to get more enjoyment, pleasure and fulfilment out of life.  Surely it’s worth reading further! […]

Goals are part of every single aspect of life: what you want to achieve at work, your relationships, even the way you use your free time.  A goal can be anything that you set for yourself and work hard to achieve.  The SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time Bound) method is one of the most effective tools to help you achieve your goals, whether they are short or long term.  If you want to climb Mount Everest, study for a degree, lose weight or run a marathon, the SMART method can easily be adapted to help you. Specific Work out exactly [...]

Listening to others is important in both your personal and professional lives.  Active listening involves listening with all your senses.  It requires focus and effort, whilst allowing you to fully understand others and connect with them.  It’s the key to all effective communication and if you don’t listen properly, messages can easily be misunderstood which can cause confusion or even upset.  Taking the time to listen to your loved ones or work colleagues can actually make you feel happier.  Listening properly to somebody can be very calming for them, reassuring and can prevent an underlying issue from growing arms and legs. [...]

Do you feel as if you are living a full life?  Do you jump out of bed feeling motivated most days?  Are you looking forward to something special?  Are you living your life the way you envisaged?  If the answer is no to any of the above questions then you aren’t living a full life.  You are just getting by.  Going from day to day doing the same thing not really being conscious about moving forward in your life can be related to low motivation or low self confidence.  Before you know it you find yourself getting frustrated that you haven’t [...]