Do you aim, unsuccessfully, for Perfect? If you battle with an inner perfectionist, you know (deep down) that you're not alone. But have you really unpicked just how unhelpful that particular demon is? In this post, that's what I'm going to do. I'll also share my...
All of us experience feelings of hurt from time to time, based on what people say about us and to us. But some of us find it harder to deal with than others. No doubt you've heard the saying “sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt...
Do you feel guilty when you carve out a bit of time just for you? Do you find it hard to prioritise your own thinking space and development at work, even though you’re championing it for your colleagues? If so, you’re not alone. The biggest challenge...
I'm often perceived to be a strong and resilient person. But, like everyone, there are times when I don't feel as though my resilience is intact. Understanding ourselves is a life-long endeavour. In this article I share what I've learnt about myself so far when it...
A few weeks into the first Coronavirus lockdown, I found myself in a situation which challenged my previous sense of who I was. Eventually I sought out my Thinking Partner but it took a while! Blame and Shame The blame and shame game begins with good intentions....