Posts Tagged ‘Stress’

How could hypnotherapy help me? In so many ways – read on

Mar 19 2025
Hypnotherapy session

Hypnotherapy, a therapeutic technique utilising hypnosis to create a heightened state of focus and suggestibility, offers a powerful avenue for positive change and improved well-being. By bypassing the critical conscious mind, hypnotherapy allows direct access to the subconscious, where deeply ingrained patterns, beliefs, and behaviours reside. This access facilitates the reprogramming of negative thought patterns and the cultivation of healthier habits.

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Love your work – love your life

Mar 05 2025

As we step into a new workweek, I’m reminded of something a wise Irishman once said:

“The world works hard during the week and rests on the weekend; we rest during the week and work hard on the weekend.”

It’s a humorous thought, but it carries a meaningful message.

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Let it go … how to feel better when faced with difficult situations

Feb 19 2025

I wrote this after dealing with my internet provider for my blog – LOL.

What is your favourite saying when faced with a challenge or frustrating or difficult situation? We often underestimate the power of these phrases to help us laugh or move on from something we really shouldn’t let bring us down. It’s your life, and you need to enjoy it and let go of toxic situations.

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How to help children conquer the fear of failure

May 19 2015

Fear can be crippling for children, impacting everything from a child’s confidence to their academic performance. In order to give your children the best chances of achieving their potential then, removing a fear of failure is nothing short of crucial.

What is fear?

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Tiger Parenting? Extra curricular activities: How do you know when they are getting too much?

Oct 12 2014

Mozart in the womb, Baby Einstein DVD’s for newborns and i-pad learning apps for toddlers.

From the moment the umbilical cord is cut, today’s parents feel trapped in a never-ending race to ensure their child is the brightest and the best.
Now a provocative new book, Taming the Tiger Parent gives parents the confidence to step away from the frenzy and shows them how to protect their children’s well-being in today’s hothouse atmosphere.

In an exclusive extract of my book on tiger parenting, here are tips to help parents decide which extracurricular activities should stay and which should go:

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