Are you lost in someone else’s business?
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Are you lost in someone else’s business?

Have you ever tried to change the behaviour of a loved one? I trust they thanked you with a heart overflowing with gratitude and immediately changed their ways! If only life were so simple… It’s so funny how the mind works: On a deep level you want to be loved for who you are. Then…

He who angers you conquers you
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He who angers you conquers you

Have you ever gotten mad at someone and lost your peace of mind in the process? It happened to me recently and I understand how easily you can react and stay stuck in anger, irritation or resentment.  Please note I’m not saying you should never feel anger, irritation or resentment; that would be impossible! However,…

Make your mind a safe space
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Make your mind a safe space

You have probably already encountered your fair share of self-critical thoughts. It may look like: “I’m not attractive enough”, “I’m a bad parent” or even “I’m a failure”. The purpose of this post is to help you become more aware of self-critical thoughts and how to diffuse their sabotaging power. Self-critical thoughts – when believed…

Compassionate Sanity
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Compassionate Sanity

The buzz of the new year festivities has passed and the reality and pressure of responsibility and demands are setting in. You may already feel yourself being triggered by people or events: you may have lashed out at someone in irritation, found yourself having self-critical thoughts or feeling shame about something that happened to you….