Updated & Reblogged Post!!! Still reflecting and looking forward to 2017. This review of my 2016 is to capture the essence of a year that, in my opinion, has defied the odds! My 2016 has been a roller coaster of a ride of fantastic highs and painful lows. Those of you who've stuck it out…
"How do you maintain your composure when you feel like you're losing control? How do you stay on track when it seems that nothing is going to plan? How do you rise above your circumstances when you feel that there is no hope?" These are just a few of the questions that have entered my…
This post is to mark the moment for myself and my readers. Thanks for being a part of my journey and for inspiring me to continue to inspire others especially on the days when it gets difficult. Hope you enjoy reading these two feature articles about my journey so far. They are intended to share…
Grab the 'fresh starts' in your life when they present themselves. Stay focused so you don't miss them. Remember that you have the power to create some of the opportunities you need to grow and develop. There's no need to wait for 'your turn'. You could be waiting forever!!! It's also worth noting that, contrary…
Having time off from the 9 - 5 is a real blessing. It's a chance to unwind, relax and rejuvenate. As I mentally prepare to return to work next week, I'm feeling blessed to be healthy, with a good support system to keep me focused on what really matters. In between my childcare duties these…
What do you see when you look at me? Do you see my smile? Do you see my heart? Do you see my dreams? Do you see my hopes? What do you see when you look at me? Do you see my fears? Do you see my pain? Do you see me as an equal…
I live each day of my life with a grateful heart. I try my best to see the blessings in the 'disappointments' and the lucky escapes in the last minute changes to plans which are often out of my control. 'Bouncebackability' is a trait that I am grateful to have been blessed with or is…
This has truly been a momentous week for me. On 11th May, I led the procession of the lamp as a Florence Nightingale Scholar at The Florence Nightingale Commemorative Service at Westminster Abbey, London. To say, I am proud, is an understatement. To say, I'm humbled, is understandable. To say, I feel like history has…
I'm taking a sabbatical from the 'Positive Vibes' weekly feature post this week to share some thoughts on life and choosing to live positively. As someone said recently, "we don't always get a chance to choose our path in life. We choose how to live it". These wise words were spoken by a man…
Re-post of one of my favourite posts! It resonated with many readers too. As classic today as it was when first published in Summer 2015. If your compassion does not include yourself, it is incomplete.
Like many people at this time of the year, I’m on a ‘summer break’ from work and studies so just a few lines to share with you really briefly. The ‘break’ has really reminded me that, if your compassion does not include yourself, it is incomplete. There are many ways to show compassion and we need to remember to start with ourselves. We cannot give what we don’t have.
I found this gem of a picture which captures my feelings beautifully. I thought I’d share it with you so you too can enjoy the benefits of self-compassion.
Photo credit: http://livingmorefully.com/compassion-self-compassion/
I’m now feeling refreshed and ready to go. Let me know how you get on. Enjoy the rest of your summer!
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