Jan 2021 – Unscrewing Myself

Fear Versus Faith

I’m about to undergo surgery, but have only just realised that I might be slightly nervous about it. Why did it take me so long to register that? And what can I do about it?

Fear of Commitment and Fear of Abandonment: 2 Sides of the Same Coin

The same monster in two different disguises: Fear of abandonment and fear of commitment look like two extremes, but are they really just the same beast acting out in a different way? And how do they affect one another?

7 Signs That You (Are Learning To) Love Yourself

Self-love is a hot topic and has been for years. But what does it really mean to love yourself? And what signs can you see along the way that show you are on the right track? Here’s my humble tuppenceworth on the issue.

What Running Taught Me About Breathing

When I started running, I suddenly found that my normal way of breathing was in no way sufficient to sustain my body in motion. And maybe, it wasn’t sufficient for any of the other times either.

7 Things Your Children Will Teach You

My children are my greatest teachers. They’ve taught me so much about love, about life, and most of all, about myself. Here are 7 lessons any parent will learn when they have children. What else have you learned?

Is Your Heart Open or Closed? – The Power of Heart Coherence

Do you sometimes feel that space around your heart tightening when you’re upset? Or do you feel your chest expanding with joy? Knowing whether your heart is open or closed can be key in figuring out yourself and your relationship to others.

Coffee & Me: A Tormented Romance

I always loved coffee, and then I loved to hate it, and then I hated loving it, and then it got rather complicated. For those who want to know the details, here’s the full story.

Train Your “Butler-brain”: a Plea for Building Routines

There’s a part of your brain that only worries about day-to-day tasks and whether they are getting done or not. I call this your ‘butler-brain’. Here’s why you should train it, and how.

How Do You Get Your Resolutions To Stick?

How do you get you new year’s resolutions to stick? Why do we so often let them go after a month, or maybe two? Here are some insights that might help you along toward lasting change.