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Emotional intelligence at work: Owning our reactions
Let’s be honest: I don’t always get this right. There are moments I have snapped, zoned out, or spiralled into defensive mode – usually when stress is high and patience is low.…
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Too tired to function?
When we feel tired (mentally or physically), it’s hard to keep our concentration and focus on the activities we are doing. Perhaps we feel unable to exercise and keep making the wrong…
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Good night, but was it?
I’m a massive fan of sleep and I like talking about it because I think the importance of a good night sleep is underestimated. Research shows that every adult should get 7-8…
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What is your intention?
Sometimes we set ourselves up for failure because we are not clear about what our intentions are. So that’s why before starting a new project, be it personal or professional, I sit…
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Choosing to be happy is in our gift
I have been listening to a podcast about stoicism and despite having studied philosophy in high school, I hadn’t quite realised how similar their teachings are to those found in some yoga…
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Breathe, my friend, breathe…
Breathing is the number one (free) tool we all have and can use to improve our overall health and well-being. From a physiological perspective, breathing provides the body with essential oxygen and…
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How not to take things personally
How many times do we take things personally and get upset about what – in the large scheme of things – we could call insignificant? If you asked me, I’d say too…
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Why New Year’s resolutions fail
Did you set your resolutions for 2021 but they have already failed? If so, don’t despair. Whether or not they did, I am going to let you in on a little secret…
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Why I write a blog
I enjoy writing (I always have) and I often find it a powerful tool to be able to process my own thoughts, insecurities and worries. As a young girl, I used to…
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How to manage stress effectively
When the time comes to write content for this blog and I lack inspiration (rarely, to be honest!), I tend to look back and check notes I made on the same day…
