Christmas Countdown – Manage Your Well-Being; Hold on to the Joy!
Christmas season comes with extra pressures, stress of pleasing others and wanting to make the best impression with guests. The implication is that the joy of the season is under attack by the fanfare. It's time to recapture the essence of the season by prioritising our well-being whilst still having a wonderful celebration.
Celebrating The Season
We are often reminded that this is the season to be jolly but can lose sight that first and foremost, this is the season to be grateful and rejoice. And a good way to show our gratitude is to give others a reason to be grateful too. Happy holiday season.
Guess Who is Six today!
PurposefulMe is six years old today and what a journey. From days of not knowing what to write, managing busy schedules to writing whilst commuting, it has been my joy to write every week. My reflections include previous lessons being deployed and new lessons learnt. Thank you for being on this journey with me. Please subscribe if you haven't already done so.
Conquering Imposter Syndrome: Unleashing Your Authentic Self (Part 2)
In this concluding post, we look at the pervasiveness of imposter syndrome and ways to overcome it. We all have to deal with imposter syndrome at some point and must learn to reframe negative thoughts quickly. The right mentors, cultivating a growth mindset and practicing self-compassion will help. Embrace your authenticity and remind yourself that you're not an imposter, but a work in progress.
Conquering Imposter Syndrome: Unleashing Your Authentic Self
We constantly hear about Imposter Syndrome; it's something we all have to deal with to varying degrees. It is a psychological pattern where people doubt their accomplishments and fear being exposed as a "fraud". It can manifests in our personal and professional lives, creating a feeling of inadequacy. It's necessary to recognize and tackle Imposter Syndrome before it tackles us.
Prioritizing Your Mental Wellbeing: A Winter Self-Care Reminder
The importance of self-care particularly during the colder months can't be over-emphasised. Combating winter blues is another pressure we all deal with. Read on for tips to to help you and remember there's no shame in seeking professional help for your mental health. Self-care is vital to your overall wellbeing and your ability to thrive in all areas of life.
Unleashing your inner creativity: Roadmap to unlocking ‘Your Creative Potential’
This post provides a roadmap to unleash your creativity. It's important that you diversify your experiences to fuel creativity, keep a creativity journal, seek constructive feedback, practice mindfulness to clear mental clutter, and be courageous. Creativity is a journey, so patience and open-mindedness are essential.