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Simple steps to reduce your stress
Let’s face it, life can be stressful at times. Whatever the reason you’re feeling frazzled why not try these ideas to help turn the stress dial down? Reviewing your patterns
Please don’t strive to be a better version of yourself in 2024
I frequently hear people say that they want to be the best version of themselves, and this saddens me. It suggests that they’re unhappy with who they are or perhaps
Stress, anxiety, and the myth of control
Most of us feel anxious at times, especially when there are lots of competing issues requiring our attention or action. People may worry about their work, finances, health (or that
Humility vs arrogance
Where are you on the modesty scale? Humility is often described as a virtue (especially within certain religions) but like many things in life it’s not as black and white
How to cope with criticism without losing sleep (or your mind!)
No matter how confident we are, or how sensitive, few of us enjoy having our behaviour, performance or work scrutinised and commented on by others. We’ve probably all encountered subtle
Why I set up a hypnotherapy practice in Hebden Bridge
I fell in love with Hebden Bridge in 2017 when I visited one of my hypnotherapy training school students who lived in the town. Six months later when life was
How to improve social confidence
Do you stop yourself from voicing your opinion or disagreeing with others because you fear how they’ll react? Do you worry about what they’ll think (or say) about you? If
The dangerous myth of the strong & silent man
Christmas is fast approaching and for many, the festive break is full of laughter and good cheer but for others, it’s a time when they feel stressed or upset about
Forget resolutions, focus on miracles
After the hullaballoo, the highs (or the hell) of Xmas, you may find yourself reflecting on 2021 and what comes next for you. Maybe you’ll question what you really want
Setting boundaries & boosting your self-esteem
There’s no question that it feels really rubbish when you’re treated disrespectfully by a friend or a colleague. If it happens once and they’re genuinely remorseful you may well be
Freedom day or fear day?
The much-touted ‘Freedom Day’ is almost upon us, but instead of celebrations, it’s anticipated to be a more subdued day as Covid case numbers, hospitalisations and deaths continue to rise.
Don’t hide your light – Shine bright
Recently I was chatting with an image consultant I know, and it proved to be an illuminating conversation for me. I realised that after my first career in fashion I