Stuck? Explain It to Someone Else
If you ever find yourself going round in circles there are ways to break the pattern and re-start the creative process. But you won't do it by just thinking about , here are some things to DO.
Depression Speaks Louder Than Words
It's hard to ignore depression, just as it's hard to ignore the loudest voice in the room.
How You Behave is What You Are
People are pre-occupied their own self-image for good reason; self-awareness and insight are the cornerstones of social acceptability. Privately though it's another matter and we often have a distorted image of ourselves. But as self-image is a private affair, does it matter?
Expect the unexpected
We filter information because we couldn’t possibly take in and process everything our senses can pick up, that is as it should be. Most of the time going along with our expectations will be fine, but sometimes, particularly when an unwanted situation keeps occurring or a solution evades us, the problem is in our thinking. We are seeing what we assume will happen rather than what is actually happening. Expect the unexpected or you'll miss opportunities.
The More You Think the Less You Do
We are adept at creatively obstructing ourselves in so may things we claim we'd like to do. The truth is (pause for dramatic effect by pointing out that lots of people are seeking the truth), you can start it today and complete it sometime later. You might even complete it today if you are very quick. It's all a question of the steps you take. It's not about 'being creative'.
A Day of Remembrance
Some days its important to stop, and to think about those who helped make us what we are.
What’s In a Word? Therapy Means Healing
Therapy just means healing, and there are many ways to go about it. Like anything, preparation is a critical. Deciding that something needs fixing is a is a vital first step, then, here's a warm up exercise.
Sharing Can Bring Joy, Just Don’t Overdo It.
Sharing things that give you pleasure is generous and it's good to be magnanimous, but be careful not to over-share.
Questions about bullying
I get a lot of questions about bullying and judging by the Google figures related to my website bullying is a hot topic. I provide training and advice to organisations that want to tackle bullying, and personal consulting for individuals who are concerned that they are being bullied. If you want guidance on the subject, start by downloading the free article Bullying and Harassment; climate control from my website. You could also buy my book Difficult People; a Guide to Handling Difficult Behaviour, which has a whole chapter on what ...
