Mindful Communication – Seeing Ourselves in Our Own Conversations
‘Blah blah’ is often more than just a filler—it’s a mirror. Skipping details can reveal how rushed, uncertain, or unheard we feel. This week, let’s pause before we shortcut, and embrace the full story. Who knows what connection it might
From “Blah Blah” to “What What”
Do you say ‘blah blah’ or, if you’re in Nigeria, ‘what what’? These little fillers are handy for skipping details, but in the wrong setting, they can be a recipe for awkwardness. Read on for when this shorthand adds charm—and
Riding Life’s Storms: Finding Strength in Unexpected Curveballs
Life’s storms and curveballs are inevitable, but resilience lies in learning to adapt and grow through them. Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth, focus on what you can control, and seek support. Remember, no storm lasts forever. Take one step
When Words Are Not Enough
The time came to say an unexpected goodbye to my amazing younger brother. Words fail me but we have hope and faith in a great future, albeit one without him. My heart and prayers go out to everyone dealing with
Finding Strength in Challenging Times
There will be times when we have to dig deep to find the strength we need to get through the day. Knowing what to do at these times is critical. It starts with being honest with ourselves and recognising when
Managing Our Mental Health During Challenging Times
None of us is immune to hard times so managing our mental health especially during difficult challenges is essential. We all have moments when we need to tap in to the resilience that we are all capable of. Here are some
The Power of Kindness
Kindness is a mindset that we all need but as the world gets more disconnected, kindness becomes more challenging. This week is NSPCC kindness challenge and we have an opportunity to have a reset and connect with people on a deeper
The Silent Force
The silent force of unconscious bias is one that drives us all to form opinions about others. If let unchecked it can drive us towards making assumptions and judgements that can lead to hatred and division. Bringing bias to our conscious minds
Choosing Hope on Hard Days
Being positive is a choice we all have to make everyday because life happens and it is not guaranteed to be smooth sailing. Positive thinking can be misconstrued as ‘happy clappy’ but it’s more than that. Thinking positively is choosing hope
Conquering The War Within
Too many of us are in a constant state of inner conflict because we lose sight of who we are in a world that is telling us who we should be. Learning to make peace with ourselves is a lifesaving necessity.