Are your friends off to Greece, South of France, Spain, Thailand? Are you feeling envious but you just can’t bring yourself to get on a plane? Perhaps convincing yourself that you prefer holidays at home but not necessarily convincing your...
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Yes it is… but just be a bit choosy about who you talk to Remember that not everybody can keep a secret And, while it is certainly better not to bottle up your feelings and let them drag you down, you don’t necessarily want your private...
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Remember that your mind and your body are connected Your thoughts and your feelings and your body language are inextricably linked. We generally believe that we have to start with a positive thought and positive feelings and body language will...
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Almost nobody ever keeps them. The upshot is that, in addition to failing to do what they set out to do, they feel guilty, and beat themselves up for being a failure. What a way to start the year! Why don’t we keep New Year Resolutions? Perhaps...
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Pupils thrive under mindfulness It was reported in the Observer last week that more and more schools have recognised the value of Mindfulness Meditation and have given it a regular place in their school. What brilliant news! One primary school in...
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Not everyone would want to be the Pooh Queen! I understand that it might not be everybody’s dream but recently I was absolutely delighted when a child called me the Pooh Queen. Over the years I’ve often been called the Pooh Lady but now I’m very...
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Starting ‘big’ school can be really stressful Starting school for the first time can be such a stressful time for both you and your child. Looking at their woebegone tear-stained face as they cling on to you when you leave them at the...
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People may be taking advantage of your good nature But perhaps you are letting them do it! Maybe you are too ready to say ‘yes’ when people ask you to do something even when it isn’t what you want. Or even when it is really inconvenient. You may...
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Shall I? Shan’t I? It goes round and round in your mind, constantly occupying space and time that would be far better used for something more worthwhile. Same old thing. Same old arguments! Don’t underestimate the stress of indecision It can...
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