If ever there was some advice I like to give to others but have trouble accepting myself, its showing self compassion. “Don’t be so hard on yourself.” “No one’s perfect.” “Cut yourself a bit of slack.” I hear myself saying things like this to others, but I don’t often give myself the same kindness. I… Continue reading Self Compassion – Show yourself a little tenderness

During my younger years, I thought I knew how to relax. Spending time with family or friends, going camping, waterskiing or fishing for the day, going away for a holiday or chilling watching TV were all things I loved to do and I have some very fond memories of these times. But over the years,… Continue reading Learning to be still with Mindfulness

  Many years ago, a friend told me a bit about what he called ‘Voluntary Simplicity’. The idea struck a nerve with me. Living simply to consume less was an interesting concept but seemed out of reach in the consumer driven world we live in. It was not until recently that I came across the… Continue reading In Search of a Simpler Life

I am a Mum to two adult kids and soon to be a Grandmum. My kids both had their fair share of struggles growing up so parenthood has been difficult at times but always worth the journey and I learnt many lessons along the way. I am not a school teacher, a social worker or… Continue reading Kids are our Future

If you’ve ever had a panic attack, you’ll know how debilitating they can be. How they can make day to day activities impossible and control your every moment. But I found a way to take back my life. For me, mindfulness and ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy) has proven to be the answer.  In Dr… Continue reading Mindfulness, ACT & Panic Attacks

Mindfulness is not some elusive state of being, that you only achieve through hours of deep meditation, on a mat on the floor, with your legs crossed, breathing deeply, burning incense and repeating mantras. If meditation’s not your thing, then try including at least one of the following in your day today. Stop and look… Continue reading Mindfulness is for Everyone

Contentment does not mean that I desire nothing but rather, it’s the simple decision to be happy with what I have – Paula Rollo Mindfulness and contentment go hand in hand to me, because when mindfulness enables me to live life in the moment, contentment naturally follows. Being focused on what is in front of… Continue reading Contentment

“Mindfulness involves intentionally bringing one’s attention to the internal and external experiences occurring in the present moment.” – Wikipedia “Bringing one’s complete attention to the present experience on a moment-to-moment basis.”  – Marlatt & Kristeller “Paying attention in a particular way: on purpose, in the present moment, and non-judgmentally” – Kabat-Zinn “Consciously bringing awareness to… Continue reading What Mindfulness Means to Me