Grief can be experienced as a result of any significant loss — not just when you’re mourning someone who has died. You may be grieving right now, and not have any explanation for your emotional pain.
The way you language tasks and goals can have a huge bearing on whether you achieve them — or whether you start procrastinating. Would you believe that changing just one word can make all the difference to you getting things done — and enjoying the the process?
Circumstances, events, situations —even the weather can throw us off course. Regardless of the causes, you’ll want to cheer yourself up quickly. No drugs, apps, equipment or money are required. All you need is a little time, focus and a commitment to improving your mood.
Disempowering internal dialogue (aka negative self-talk) has an adverse impact on your wellbeing. If your internal voice has become an internal terrorist, berating you with unwanted and unhelpful chatter, then read on to discover ways to deal with it — and start feeling better.
“Sticks and stones may break my bones… but names can never hurt me.” These are the words of the childhood chant I’d use to counter the unkind taunts from kids at school. I didn’t realise at the time how words, whether my own or those of others, could affect my health.