“In relationships you need a habit of mind that scans the world for things to appreciate rather than things to criticize.” ~John Gottman.It’s easy to see why the skills required to build a great relationship are becoming a lost art. I mean it only takes a second to swipe right…
“Make each day your masterpiece." ~ John Wooden.Have you ever been to therapy but just found it all to hard to apply in every day life? Or left feeling there is something wrong with you? I have! My quest for personal growth and emotional wellbeing finally led me to Mindfulness and…
“Most couples don’t get any training in relationships, and often they don’t learn how to communicate with each other until they go to therapy, and that’s often too late.” ~ John M. Gottman.Before we look at relationship challenges in the 21st century it’s important to recognise how much romantic relationships have changed.Esther…
“More Smiling, Less worrying. More Compassion, Less judgment. More Blessed, Less stressed. More Love, Less hate.” ~ Roy T. Bennett.Did you know children smile 400 times a day, compared to a meager 20 – 50 times a day for adults?A baby’s smile is triggered by almost anything and everything – even when they…
“Emotional pain is not something that should be hidden away and never spoken about. There is truth in your pain, there is growth in your pain, but only if it’s first brought out into the open.” ~ Steven Aitchison.If you are experiencing a stressful life event and struggling to cope…