Looking for the good in all aspects of life. I have spent a lot of time over the last year destressing. I had a bad case of Covid-19 just over a year ago. There is a week of my life for which I have very little memory. My temperature was spiking at 41C (about 106Continue reading “Staying relaxed”
Category Archives: self help
Guilt
We have had a few public holidays here in UK. I celebrated by drinking lots of wine. And I feel guilty. I suppose I have little choice as I was brought up Catholic. By the time I was seven years old I had been convinced that it was my fault that Jesus had been nailedContinue reading “Guilt”
Writing and thinking
I love writing! I am working on the third Fairy Hanny story and my first detective novel featuring Inspector Flaange. I also have some Maths and English books that I am editing, and an outline of a book on Motivation. I get an email every day with a Daily Motivation. So I will share thisContinue reading “Writing and thinking”
Do you need to make some changes in your life?
Signs to look for… You feel lost or stuck in life Do you feel like you are stuck in a rut, and you have lost your purpose? This is a sure sign that a change is needed. Everyone has a purpose, but it is not always easy to identify it. Also, your purpose can changeContinue reading “Do you need to make some changes in your life?”
The First Step to Change is to Recognize it is Needed
I recently went out for the evening in Liverpool, to celebrate an old friends birthday. Before I left home I cooked some Chicken legs, using a homemade marinade. I put them into the oven as I rushed around, tidying my apartment and preparing for the evening. I took the chicken out of the oven andContinue reading “The First Step to Change is to Recognize it is Needed”
Stay focused
I’ve been reading a lot recently about motivation, inspiration and focus. I’ve also been thinking a lot about my past, missed opportunities and some of the crazy things I’ve said and done. Now I am forgiving myself so I can move forward with my writing, teaching and online business. That might explain why this memeContinue reading “Stay focused”
Just do it!
Today I was talking with an old friend about creativity. She had just had an argument with her mother along the lines of ‘why don’t you get a real job’. Anna is an artist I met in Almaty. We have been friends for almost 8 years now. She is planning 6 new exhibitions this year,Continue reading “Just do it!”
Cut down on what you worry about each day.
Very few things actually matter in life. Simply focus on those things and let everything else go. Worrying about things you have no control over disrupts your overall wellbeing and erodes your life satisfaction. Decide what matters to you right now. Protect your peace by controlling your attitude and the things you tell yourself. Each day, take time to beContinue reading “Cut down on what you worry about each day.”
Extract – The sons of Turenn
Well it is out there. The next instalment of the Tales of Fairy Hanny. TransUranic Elements: The Dark Side of Uranus. And now I am working on the third book, so I am putting a section here, for your entertainment. Enjoy. First one is still there too.. “The Death of Kian. “What was it thatContinue reading “Extract – The sons of Turenn”
Establish Your Nightly Routine & Stick To It
Human beings thrive on routine. If you are a parent, you know how true this is. And while most of us will do a good job setting and sticking to a routine for our kids, we don’t do as well for ourselves. It’s time to change that. Let’s talk about what you can do toContinue reading “Establish Your Nightly Routine & Stick To It”
