I struggle with this time of year. Although I like the idea of Bonfire night, Halloween and Christmas, I can’t say I’m jumping around with glee. Summer is over and I love […]
Autumn Blues
Becoming a Counsellor
One morning, just after Christmas 2000, I decided that I wanted to become a counsellor. Yes, just like that. I think I was reading an article in a paper about the incredible […]
‘Come Follow Me’ … Life as a New Blogger
When I was a child, my favourite book was a compilation of poems called “Come Follow Me”. I loved that book so much, I would take it everywhere. I still have […]
Animals – The Best Therapy.
I was reading an article in The New York Times the other day about cats as therapists. Not cats with clipboards asking about our relationships with our mothers you understand, but […]
Fuerteventura, A Piece of Paradise.
Counting down the days to this holiday, I thought about how perfectly lovely it would be to be back on the beach in Fuerteventura, and I was right. This place never disappoints. Walking […]
20 STARS of Skincare and Makeup
When I started to make this list, I suddenly realised why my credit cards bills are so high! I spend a lot of money on makeup and skincare and I enjoy wearing/using […]
Take a Break and Recharge
I’m on holiday at the moment and it is FABULOUS! All my work cares and worries have disappeared. I’m sleeping better and longer, I wake every morning without anxiety, I’m relaxed and completely […]
20 Steps to Self Empowerment
We all love the feeling of empowerment. Self empowerment is the ability to feel in control of your life and the freedom to make your own decisions …but it is also about […]
Children Leaving Home to go to University
This morning, my daughter is off to University to start her second year. She has been with me here all summer and I’m trying really hard not to cry. I’m almost managing […]
Stop People Pleasing
“I can’t tell you the key to success, but I can tell you the key to failure is trying to please everyone” – Ed Sheeran Over breakfast this morning I said to […]
