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At this time of year we often overextend ourselves trying to get “everything” done before the end of the year. We even add arbitrary goals that seem symbolic before year’s end such as clearing out your email inbox, decluttering your home, perhaps even redecorating or remodelling to create a ‘picture perfect’ home for seasonal visitors. …
Take five and cuddle up. Get really comfy in your favourite spot and cuddle under a cosy blanket. Close your eyes and tune into your breathing, taking 5 deep breaths. Focus on how it feels to be safely ensconced under the blanket. Can you sense a layer of warmth. How does it feel where the …
Throughout December I’m sharing prompts to help you increase your focus, slow down and enjoy a more thoughtful and calm close to the year. Today the invitation is to practice presence. Being (in the) present means not worrying about what’s already happened or what’s coming, or things that are happening elsewhere. It means being here, …
Today’s #fiveminutefocus is a simple invitation to capture on paper everything that is swirling in your mind, pulling your focus at inconvenient times and tipping you towards that feeling of overwhelm. December can be a really overwhelming month and unvoiced worries can easily let your feel out of control. https://videopress.com/v/xUXlDAGG?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true Let it pour out Take …
It’s time to take our noticing skills outdoors. Bundle up to suit your weather (it’s freezing here!) and take yourself out for a little nature walk. Head to a trail or park or beach - somewhere that inspires you - and let nature be your guide. "Look deep into nature, and then you will understand …
It’s amazing what you see when you really begin to look. Today I invite you to keep building your ‘noticing’ muscles by taking a look out of a window and engaging your sense of sight. Set a timer for five minutes, take a few deep breaths and look out a window of your choice. Look …
At the heart of coaching and mindfulness is creating awareness. This gives us insight into our beliefs – those that are helpful and those that hurt. And when we understand our beliefs it opens up options and choices that can help us achieve our goals. For example, you might see your dream job but think …
This December I’m inviting you to join me for a short daily practice to slow down and find clarity during what can be a chaotic month. To start the month we will focus on our breath and set our intentions for how we want to be today and through the month. Setting intentions is a …
Starting tomorrow I’ll be posting new content daily along the theme of #fiveminutefocus for December. The purpose is to invite you to slow down and find clarity during what can be a chaotic month. Each day I’ll share a prompt to engage your senses and clear out some of your mental clutter. Often I’ll invite you …
Much of what I've worked with clients on this year has been about finding space and clarity to focus on the things that matter, The things that take us one step closer to achieving our goals. And that process starts with stopping. Catching your breath. Looking around. Taking stock. Refocusing. Checking the horizon. Replotting your …
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