Symbols and Symbolism
It's been said that we are symbol making creatures, and symbols are a powerful influence in our lives. Happy New Year.
Lessons from Nature and Personal Growth
Lessons from nature teach life-long skills.
Contemplating mindfulness
As we go about our business and the business of life we are expected to act. We behave as though our value to ourselves and others is based entirely on what we do or what we produce, rather than who we are. Some people are constantly saying how busy they are and how there is no time for this-and-that. The paradox is, the less time you think you have the more we can benefit from making space for contemplation.
Life’s Journey, or a Guilt Trip? I’ll Try Again
You can break free of unwarranted feelings of guilt, here's some news to help.
Choosing Between Difference and Similarity (or Anything Else)
Difference is important, sometimes. But it can lead us to overlook shared interests, common goals and loads of things that psudo-science calls 'stuff'. Have fun with your language this weekend. Let me know how it goes.
Extremism Is Easy, But There Are Other Shades
We are naturally inclined to take up positions. Maybe it's a bit extreme to say we are natural extremists, but being wholly for or against something, in a complex and shifting world, also seems extreme.
Ask a Different Question
The quandary of an unanswerable question might best be solved by changing the question.
Playing for Change
Playing For Change is a movement created to inspire and connect the world through music. They put out great videos, like this one.
The Solution Focused Practitioner
In any treatment – psychological or medical – the practitioner's demeanour is a vital contributor to 'successful' therapeutic outcome.
Your Stress Barometer
People often fall foul of stress because they soldier on, ignoring the warning signs of mind and body, often completely oblivious to the unreasonable pressure they are putting themselves under. Here's an idea to avoid that.
