Category Attuned Life
Why didn’t I get the job? The not so hidden perils of anxiety
Job interview anxiety continues to be a struggle for many candidates in the job interview. As a result, many of us dread job interviews and experience negative thoughts about our performance in the days leading up to it. Despite this,…
Carpe Diem! How to make the most of time by living mindfully
Time – What does it feel like to you? Do you feel like it is disappearing fast or are you taking each moment and savouring it, knowing that it won’t come again? Life is precious. Do you know how to…
My child is anxious at school drop off. How can I help?
Most young children will experience some level of anxiety related to school at some stage, particularly when commencing their first year of school or at the beginning of each new school year or term after the holidays. They might worry…
Five key steps to managing change
For someone who dislikes change, I have had more than my fair share over time. I’m lucky. For the most part I have been in the driving seat – choosing change rather than having this forced on me (odd I…
13 Reasons Why: It’s Got Our Attention, So Let’s Talk About It
13 Reasons Why. Chances are you have either watched it, heard about it or have been somewhat curious about the series. To update those who may not be familiar, 13 Reasons Why is a topical and popular US Netflix series…
Did you know that your body language shapes who you are?
What do we give away without even realising it? Our body language, including the way we stand or sit can affect the way others see us and how we see ourselves. Our non-verbal postures convey some powerful messages to others…
4 simple steps to quickly de-stress
If I had the opportunity to meet you for 5 minutes in your life today and share one helpful evidence-based tip, this would be a mindful pause technique to encourage you to “take a mindful pause every now and then”.…
My kids fight constantly! 6 tips to help them to get along.
If you have 2 or more children, I’m betting you have had to break up arguments, screaming matches or even physical fights between them at one time or another. It happens to most parents! Brothers and sisters not getting along,…
Juggle better or juggle less? Demystifying the steps to taming stress and achieving work/life balance
“Seriously, how are you meant to juggle it all?” This post the other day on Facebook by a friend of mine made me stop to reflect……it seems we are all searching for solutions to this ongoing challenge. The elusive work/life…
How gratitude can change your life
Gratitude is an emotion where you appreciate what you have. However, in today’s society it’s really easy to get caught up in wanting what everyone else has – to lose track of what we have and instead focus on what…