Stop comparing yourself to others! Why? Because it’s doing a lot of harm to you! The danger of comparing yourself is that it leads to unfair comparisons and low self-esteem, both of which do a lot of harm to your mental health and wellbeing. In the latest episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m talking about why we compare ourselves to others, how it affects your mental health, and how to stop comparing yourself. So, let’s talk! 🙂 📺 For more tips on how to stop...

Stop comparing yourself to others! Why? Because it’s doing a lot of harm to you! The danger of comparing yourself is that it leads to unfair comparisons and low self-esteem, both of which do a lot of harm to your mental health and wellbeing. In my latest episode, linked with the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about why we compare ourselves to others, how it affects your mental health, and how to stop comparing yourself. So, let’s talk! 🙂 Let’s Talk About Mental Health....

Want to live authentically? Start living with more intention! A happy life involves living on your own terms and learning to be deliberate with your choices, which helps your personal growth. Living with intent means finding the right balance between spontaneity and intentionality, so you can make smarter choices and have an intentional life more in line with your personal development goals.  In the latest episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m talking about what it...

Want to live authentically? Start living with more intention! A happy life involves living on your own terms and learning to be deliberate with your choices, which helps your personal growth. Living with intent means finding the right balance between spontaneity and intentionality, so you can make smarter choices and have an intentional life more in line with your personal development goals.  In my latest video, linked with the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about what...

What are compulsions? Understanding and learning how to manage compulsive behaviours and intrusive thoughts requires you to reflect and build your self-awareness, in order to better identify how to handle your situation. Compulsions often go hand-in-hand with conditions like obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) or obsessive compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) and can have a detrimental effect on your well-being if left unaddressed.  In the latest episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental...

Do you struggle with perfectionism? Learning how to let go of perfectionist tendencies and overcoming perfectionism takes time and effort, but there are plenty of things you can do to take control. Striving for excellence is admirable, and we should want to do things well… but the problem with perfect is that it doesn’t exist, so we end up creating perfectionism anxiety and stressing ourselves out; the dangers of perfectionism include mental and physical health issues if left...

Overcoming resentment, bitterness and anger takes work… but it’s better than letting it eat away at your soul and becoming nasty and miserable! With time and effort you can learn to forgive someone who wronged you and also how to stop bringing up the past, so that you can focus on moving forward with your life and gain greater peace of mind. In the latest episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m talking about how to work through resentment and how to stop being resentful....

Overcoming resentment, bitterness and anger takes work… but it’s better than letting it eat away at your soul and becoming nasty and miserable! With time and effort you can learn to feel less anger and bitterness, forgive someone who wronged you, and also how to stop bringing up the past, so that you can focus on moving forward with your life and gain greater peace of mind. In this latest video, linked with the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about how to work through...

Learning to be more present is a way of grounding yourself, which leads to better mental health. Why? Because to be more present in life means that you’re able to embrace the power of the present moment, rather than letting yourself be distracted by worries about the future or ruminating over the past. In the latest episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m talking about how to be more present, and I’ll be discussing: What does it mean to be fully present?  Why focusing...

Learning to be more present is a way of grounding yourself, which leads to better mental health. Why? Because to be more present in life means that you’re able to embrace the power of the present moment, rather than letting yourself be distracted by worries about the future or ruminating over the past. What does it mean to be fully present? In this latest video, linked with the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m talking about how to be more present, why focusing on the present...

Why is being hopeful important? Can you learn how to find a greater sense of hope? Learning how to improve your hopefulness involves working through challenges with an open mind and learning how to see things from different perspectives… and that’s exactly what I’m focusing on in the latest episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast.  Ready to stop feeling hopeless and discover how to create a sense of hopefulness in your life? Then let’s talk! 🙂 📺 For tips on how to stop...

Want to stop feeling hopeless, and learn how to start being hopeful? It can be hard to know what to do when you feel hopeless about the future, and many people, especially in challenging times, might feel hopeless about future prospects, wondering if things will ever get better. But the good news is that it is absolutely possible to start feeling more hopeful and to gradually improve your state of mind. Ready to take control and start feeling more hopeful? Then let’s talk! 🙂 Let’s Talk...

What’s the meaning of life, and how do you figure out what to do with the time you have on this planet? And why is ‘a sense of meaning’ so important for your mental health and well-being anyway?! If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Is life meaningful?” or “Does life have a purpose?” then you’ll know how challenging finding greater meaning in life can be… so in this latest episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m helping you to find meaning in life with simple tips and...

Wondering how to live a more meaningful life? Asking yourself “Is life meaningful?” Not sure where to start finding greater meaning in life? Then I’ve got you covered! If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Does life have a purpose?” Or “why is ‘a sense of meaning’ so important for your mental health and well-being anyway?!” then you’ll know just how challenging finding greater meaning in life can be. In my latest video, based on the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, I’m helping you to find...

This week is all about your mental health questions! I recently did a shout-out on social media for questions you’d like me to cover, and there were so many good ones I had to do this as a two-parter. This week I’m talking about topics like validation, parents, anxiety, trauma, physical health and more, and then next week I’ll be back to my regular format.  So, let’s talk! 🙂 And for tips on how to be more self-aware, watch my latest YouTube video: https://youtu.be/0uSSj5xgnmY   👋💬 PS: When...

Are you constantly caught in the web of people pleasing? Tired of feeling like you're seeking external validation? Then this is the video for you! In today's episode, I’m talking about the world of people pleasing, uncovering the secrets to help you break free from the chains of people pleasing tendencies.  We'll explore practical strategies to stop people pleasing, set healthy boundaries, and develop assertiveness skills that empower you to stand your ground.  This isn't just about saying...

This week is all about your mental health questions! I recently did a shout-out on social media for questions you’d like me to cover, and there were so many good ones I had to do this as a two-parter. This week I’m answering questions about topics like growth, world events, unreliable people, healing, worry, procrastination, friendships and more, and then next week I’ll cover even more topics.  So, let’s talk! 🙂 And for tips on how to be more self-aware, watch my latest YouTube video:...

Ever wondered how truly knowing yourself can revolutionise your life? Dive into the world of self-awareness with this latest video based on the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast, uncovering how to know yourself better and the many self awareness benefits that can improve your mental health.  This video is your guide to understanding the benefits of self-awareness as well as how to become more self-aware, including practical strategies and insightful tips.  Whether you're a seasoned...

Let’s talk about the importance of breaks… because taking time to rest and recharge is necessary to avoid burnout, so taking regular breaks helps improve your productivity and can reduce work stress.  In the latest episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’m talking about the importance of taking breaks as well as how to start taking time to recharge more often can improve your mental health. So, let’s talk! 🙂 And for tips on how to take a break without feeling guilty, watch...

You need to take a break. Seriously. Your mental health depends on it! Knowing when to rest and recharge is essential, because pushing yourself too hard will lead to exhaustion, stress and even burnout. It’s impossible to understate the importance of taking regular breaks; taking time off to rest and recharge helps you to deal with challenges better (like work stress) and creates better work life balance, plus taking time to recharge helps you feel better about yourself and will improve your...

Let’s talk about goals… because self improvement and goal setting play an enormous role in personal development and good mental health. Why? Because when you work on goals and objectives it helps you to grow and it enables you to feel actively engaged in creating your own future.  Only you can create your future, and doing so requires you to set and achieve realistic goals, and make regular time for reflection and goal setting. In my latest episode I’ll show you how to improve mental health...

Want to create your future? Self improvement and goal setting play an enormous role in personal development and good mental health, and that starts with reflection and understanding the benefits of self awareness.   Setting goals and objectives that are aligned to your dreams and aspirations, understanding the differences between goals and objectives, and taking consistent small steps to achieve your goals will all help you to create the future you want, and that’s what I’m covering in this...

Let’s talk about difficult conversations… because we all know they can be painful, but avoiding conflict tends to make difficult situations worse. Tackling tough conversations requires preparation and a considered approach, and in my latest episode I’m sharing practical tips for how to tackle difficult conversations effectively.  Whether you’re dealing with tough conversations at work or at home, this episode will show you how to resolve conflict peacefully so you can move forward. Ready to...

Let’s talk about difficult conversations… because we all know they can be painful, but avoiding conflict tends to make difficult situations worse, especially when it comes to your mental health.  Tackling tough conversations requires preparation and a considered approach, and in my latest episode I’m sharing practical tips for how to tackle difficult conversations effectively.  Whether you’re dealing with tough conversations at work or at home, this episode will show you how to resolve...

Let’s talk about the harm secrets can do to your mental health… because the lies we tell ourselves, and others, can leave us carrying around a heavy emotional weight, and the burden of secrets can do real damage to your relationships with other people as well as how you feel about yourself.  If you’ve been looking for some practical advice to help you speak your truth, or going through motivational speeches looking for guidance, then my latest episode is going to help you to stop deceiving...