What key skills are needed for self-employment? I have spent a good deal of time weighing up my options recently. I have conducted a lot of self-analysis, to honestly evaluate my motivation, and to assess whether I truly have the …
Why is the number three so important? There’s something magical about it, and not just for me. There are countless examples of the religious and cultural significance of the number three throughout many societies. Stories always have a start, middle …
How can I simplify my life? I used to ask myself that question all the time. Even though I had a great relationship, a good job and a great social life, I always felt that there was something missing. I …
How can I get rid of all my clutter? I have been asking myself this question for decades. I have far too much stuff, and I find it stifling and overwhelming. It has developed into a real hoarding problem. Despite …
How do I know I am doing the right thing? As someone who feels I need to constantly seek approval from others, I have a hard time working out if I am making the right decision. So how can you …
How can I learn to say no to people? I have struggled with this dilemma for years. I am a people pleaser, and I hate conflict. There is also something so very British about having a stiff upper lip, not …
Do you often find yourself asking “How can I reduce my stress levels?” I certainly do. Life seems to provide us with a never-ending supply of challenging situations to overcome. We seem to work ever longer hours, but are less …
Why is connection so important? Social interaction is a vital part of our human existence. We crave it, because deep down we know we need it to feel secure and happy. Loneliness is one of the most difficult things to …
How can I stop procrastinating? I don’t have a problem coming up with ideas for how to improve my situation. Instead, I seem to have a problem putting my ideas into practice. It’s almost as though I want to put …
What are you reading at the moment? I have started reading a book called Ikigai, The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life, written by Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles. Having been searching for more meaning in my life …