Thoughts for tough times
You've survived every difficult day you've been through so far. You're so much stronger than you think. This too shall pass. You're not alone and don't need to cope with this on your own....
12 February, 2025
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Life lessons from woodworking and DIY …
I've recently been trying to learn more about how do make and fix things. And in the process, I've learned a few things about life ...
11 February, 2025
In which direction should you go …
You can move away from that which you don't want BUT you might find it more motivating to move towards that which you do want. It might seem easy to head in the same direction as others BUT ultimately, you'd be best served treading your own...
10 February, 2025
Where to look for happiness …
Look to your strengths, not just your weaknesses. Look to those who support and lift you up. Look to what's going well, not just that which is not. Look to those doing good and making positive change. Look for what energises you and brings joy; and look for (keep...
06 February, 2025
If happiness seems elusive …
Look for tiny moments of joy and gratitude in the little things. Look for that sense of achievement and accomplishment in each positive step you take. Look for any experiences of connection and growth, no matter how fleeting. Happiness may not be nearly as elusive as it seems...
05 February, 2025
Winning in life …
Winning in life isn't about succeeding all the time. It's about keeping on going despite losing sometimes. And despite doubts and uncertainty and despite getting lost. And despite all sorts of obstacles getting in the way....
04 February, 2025
Words to live by
There is so much you can do, change, make better. There is so much you can do nothing about. Both are equally true. Both require action and acceptance....
03 February, 2025
Self-care is NOT selfish
If taking care of yourself helps you feel happier and healthier, and more inspired and motivated; if taking care of yourself thus makes you a better partner and parent, colleague and friend; how then could self-care be selfish? Self-care is NOT selfish, it's what's best for...
31 January, 2025
You can always …
... be kind and caring and thoughtful. ... respond with dignity and respect. ... muster the courage to do hard things. ... ask for help and allow yourself rest....
30 January, 2025
Enough with the self-hatred
No-one, ever, has hated their way to happiness. Discomfort can be motivating, but only if it first comes from a position of understanding and even, ideally, compassion. Self-compassion, on the other hand, which includes self-kindness, combines self-care with self-inspiration. This is what we all need to be working...
29 January, 2025