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Embracing the Simple Life!
Between our day-to-day commitments and the unspoken pressure to ‘have it all’ – the latest gadgets, a spotless house, a nice car, packed social calendars, and a thriving career – it’s hardly surprising that life can feel exhausting and overwhelming. No wonder so many of us find ourselves daydreaming about moving to a desert island and escaping it all! A few years ago, I came to a point where I was sick of feeling like I was running on some kind of hamster wheel. My to-do list was overflowing with an array of obligations and tasks. I was constantly busy and distracted, and whenever I did force myself to put…
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Deepen your connection with yourself and others
Review of Super Psyched by Dr Adam Dorsay (2024, 296 pages) Ever felt like you are living a life that no longer aligns with who you are or the person you want to be? Do you sometimes feel like you are drifting apart from your friends and loved ones? When was the last time you felt truly excited about life? I can clearly remember times in my life when I have felt deeply disconnected. These have been really difficult periods, marked by restlessness and a sense of feeling completely out of alignment. One such time was early in my career, when I felt unfulfilled in my role and began to…
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The two parenting books that helped me through lockdown (and beyond!)
Review of Mindfulness for Mums by Izzy Judd and The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read by Philippa Perry I have never been much of a fan of parenting books, and after nearly 12 years of being a mum I have managed to steer clear of them, probably owing to some fear that they would confirm I was getting it all wrong and really was as clueless as I felt! Having come to an acceptance over the years that I don’t have to have it all sussed, and that seeking support is absolutely not a sign of weakness or inadequacy, I was curious about what I could learn from…
