Being in the present (the “here and now”), mindfulness and meditation are often suggested to counteract our increasingly busy, digital and stressed lives. “The Power of Now” by Eckhart Tolle is a spiritual guide that emphasizes the importance of living fully in the present moment. It blends mindfulness, psychology and Read More
Many attendees on confidence courses and some of my therapy clients have low self-esteem – and for a variety of reasons (e.g. childhood experiences and family dynamics, toxic relationships, cyberbullying, workplace intimidation). Low self-esteem can lead to low confidence, anxiety and depression that impairs personal and work life. This book Read More
Speed is a hallmark of contemporary life. But remember the story of the tortoise and the hare? Speed isn’t always the winning strategy. At the recent MBL session on “Boost Your Confidence at Work - A toolbox for professionals” we considered the benefits of slowing things down. There were two Read More
I’ve reviewed several books on business conversation skills (see list below) and this 2024 book, subtitled “How to discuss what really matters”, is one of the best so far. It’s aimed at senior people for leadership development – especially during change management. However, HR professionals, coaches, facilitators and even therapists Read More
How much do you know about ADHD? And how it affects those who are diagnosed with it? People with ADHD show a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity–impulsivity that interferes with their day-to-day functioning. Psychoeducation involves helping therapy clients understand their challenges so that they are better able to manage Read More
