Voices for Change

Having a busy, sped up mind combined with feelings of fear can often lead to the development of anxiety.

When our thoughts are racing and we are constantly worrying about what could go wrong, it is no doubt overwhelming and exhausting. We are thinking feeling beings, we feel our thoughts.

I always pose this question to my new coaching clients during our initial session, and without fail, the responses tend to veer towards blaming external factors or engaging in a bit of complaining. What if we were to take a step back and consider a more simplistic perspective? What if, instead of attributing our feelings to outside influences, we were to recognize the incredible power of our own brilliant brains at work?

Our brain is constantly processing information, interpreting situations, and generating emotions in response to our nervous system. It's…

In the realm of relationships, it can be all too easy to fall into the trap of holding onto grudges, complaining and pointing fingers. When we allow ourselves to focus solely on the faults of our partner or loved ones, it can cloud our perception, become pessimistic and hinder our ability to see the bigger picture.

It's human nature to feel hurt and disappointed when someone we care about lets us down. However, it's important to remember that everyone makes mistakes and nobody is perfect. When we are in a low mood, we can also start to push our agendas, rules, and "how things should be done" onto those that we care about, unknowingly.

When we hold a person at fault in our mind, that's all we see. We become fixated on their shortcomings and flaws, failing to appreciate their positive qualities and the love they bring into our lives.

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In our fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life without taking a moment to pause and reflect. This lack of understanding and awareness can have detrimental effects on our mental and emotional well-being.

The more unaware we are, the less we understand how our thoughts, brain, thoughts, and consciousness work. The more at risk we are for unhelpful habits to form and create a lot of suffering in our lives.

One powerful tool that we can use to cultivate awareness is the tool of thought. Our thoughts have the power to shape our reality and influence our emotions and actions. By being mindful of our thoughts and how they impact us, we can harness this tool for our benefit.

Train your brain to work for your rather than against you.

It is important to recognize that our thoughts can also work…

Setting goals is an essential part of personal growth and development. Whether it's aiming for a promotion at work, improving your health and fitness, or learning a new skill, having clear goals can give you direction and motivation to keep moving forward.

It is essential to have a secret skill that goes beyond simply setting objectives - the ability to attach a healthy, positive meaning to your goals. This involves intentionally developing a deep, visceral connection to your desires, something that goes beyond mere affirmations. While affirmations are useful, they can lose their impact over time as the brain becomes desensitized to them. What is needed is a profound emotional and physical reaction in your body, in your soul when you think, imagine, and visualize yourself taking the necessary steps towards achieving your goals.

It is this emotional connection…