The cost of smoking beyond financial.
I write this after running into a neighbour who just has had a baby. I said “I didn’t know you smoked?”. He said, “I don’t / didn’t, but I am under a little stress at work, and adjusting to being a daddy”. I told him that I totally got it as I was in the same boat once and it was why I became a hypnotherapist.
National Stress Awareness Month, observed every April, is dedicated to raising awareness about stress, its effects, and the importance of managing it effectively. Stress is a natural response to challenges, but chronic stress can have severe consequences on mental and physical health. By acknowledging this issue and promoting stress management techniques, individuals and companies can work toward…
I see so many people who hate their jobs. As workplace stress and burnout continue to rise, companies are increasingly investing in corporate wellness programmes to support employee well-being and boost productivity. Amongst the various wellness strategies, hypnotherapy is gaining recognition as an effective tool for managing stress, improving focus, and enhancing overall workplace performance.
Hypnotherapy, a therapeutic technique utilising hypnosis to create a heightened state of focus and suggestibility, offers a powerful avenue for positive change and improved well-being. By bypassing the critical conscious mind, hypnotherapy allows direct access to the subconscious, where deeply ingrained patterns, beliefs, and behaviours reside. This access facilitates the reprogramming of negative…
As we step into a new workweek, I’m reminded of something a wise Irishman once said:
“The world works hard during the week and rests on the weekend; we rest during the week and work hard on the weekend.”
It’s a humorous thought, but it carries a meaningful message.
Work shouldn’t feel like a constant struggle, nor should it fill you with stress or dread. If you don’t enjoy…
I wrote this after dealing with my internet provider for my blog – LOL.
What is your favourite saying when faced with a challenge or frustrating or difficult situation? We often underestimate the power of these phrases to help us laugh or move on from something we really shouldn’t let bring us down. It’s your life, and you need to enjoy it and let go of toxic…
Fear can be crippling for children, impacting everything from a child’s confidence to their academic performance. In order to give your children the best chances of achieving their potential then, removing a fear of failure is nothing short of crucial.
What is fear?
The Amygdala plays a large part in the fear response and has been called the “CEO of the brain”, as it can override the rest…
Mozart in the womb, Baby Einstein DVD’s for newborns and i-pad learning apps for toddlers.
From the moment the umbilical cord is cut, today’s parents feel trapped in a never-ending race to ensure their child is the brightest and the best.
Now a provocative new book, Taming the Tiger Parent gives parents the confidence to step away from the frenzy and shows them how to protect their…
A picture speaks a thousand words and this is one of my favourites. A shame it wasn’t around in 1999 when my 4 year old son was being constantly scolded, chastised and persecuted by his teachers. I’ve felt for a long time that children in the UK start school far too early and when this is compounded by being an August born child – the odds for a smooth ride in the early years, dwindle to…
How to manage your partner’s mid-life crisis. You’ve been married for double digit years, had your kids, finally reached financial stability and are looking forward to the next stage of the relationship life-cycle – enjoying life as a couple without the stress and distraction of bringing up ankle biters.
Seemingly, your life is comfortable and you feel secure and content.
Then you…