Jacky’s Tips

Have you ever had negative self talk such as “OMG I’ve done it the wrong way; I’ve really messed up this time; everyone will think I’m stupid; I’ll get into trouble”. Sound familiar? We’ve all told ourselves something similar at times. So why do we fear mistakes so much? Probably because at school we were made to feel bad for making a mistake... Continue Reading

Do you thrive on change or do you regard it with uncertainty and angst? Are you someone who believes that change is as good as s holiday or do you traditionally fear the unknown? In today’s world it is guaranteed for most of who work that change will happen at work. We just get used to the last change and it happens again, and then again and... Continue Reading

Are you a gunna? Do you constantly decide to eat better, do more exercise and take time out for yourself? And then not do it? Don’t worry you’re not alone. We all cave in to time and work pressures despite our good intentions. Here are some reasons to motivate you towards better self care and turning any health downsides upwards again. Just as... Continue Reading

How many times have you thought you won’t make it through a crisis? How many times have you thought of throwing in the towel? Life regularly pitches ups and downs at us and sometimes the downs can be very, very painful. Well take heart. You can become one of life’s survivors, attend to your wounds and keep moving on. Here’s how. Setbacks: what... Continue Reading

Are you truly over winter, like me? Cheer up. Spring is here! My step feels lighter and my mood brighter. I always seem to have more energy and creativity in springtime. Do dark days often bring on dark moods and make you long for warm weather and sunshine? Do you get really fed up with the cold and damp? If so, then you may be experiencing... Continue Reading

One of my greatest thrills is when I see someone take a step forward and start climbing upwards out of the particular hole into which they have fallen over time. As one client put it, it is like moving ‘from the darkness into the light’. Of course it is not an overnight miracle but takes time and effort. With the right amount of support,... Continue Reading