Like everyone else, I was a caterpillar waiting to become a butterfly at school. And like most of the caterpillars around me, I didn’t know that becoming a butterfly was even vaguely within my capabilities. I thought I would follow the route laid down by my Mum, and her Mum before her, which was to be a secretary, even though the idea gave […]
View Post career change, careersIndeed, it is that time of year when our mind begins to turn its attention to the New Year. If we haven’t had the best of years, we can find ourselves pouring over it with a sense of regret, frustration or sadness. However, I would ask you, how helpful is this in creating your future?? Yes, […]
View Post Intentions Versus GoalsFinancial insecurity is our modern day equivalent of the man eating tiger. It can trigger a permanent fight or flight response, and its this heightened, long term state of stress that causes our physical and emotional inbalances. The Stress Cycle There is a daunting vicious cycle that high levels of stress can set in motion, and […]
View Post financial stress, resilience, stress managementDictionary Definition of Resilient – able to return to normal shape after stretching. And boy, what a stretch separation and divorce can be. If the only thing you want to dissolve is your relationship, then resilience is key. Resilience may sound like a tough, emotion-free word. However, when it comes to our emotions during divorce, we are […]
View Post divorce, resilienceAvoiding Stress Claims In The Workplace – Employers Perspective Do you want to avoid dedicating a shed-load of resources dealing with a stress claim either in, or out of the courts? Do you want to maintain a reputation as a credible employer? If yes, then as soon as you are aware there might be a stress related problem amongst your workforce, our advice would be […]
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