Changing Thinking, Getting Positive, and Moving Forward
Why a Guide Makes All the Difference Running in Guangzhou was a doddle. I’d just pound the pavements along major roads or do laps within my compound. No brainer, really. It meant I could properly zone out – get lost in an audiobook, find my rhythm with some tunes, or catch up on a cracking […]
Managing Life’s Twists and Turns Ever feel like you’re adrift, unsure of your direction? Life throws us unexpected challenges – an empty nest, a career change, or just a general sense of unease – and it’s easy to feel lost. But as Anna’s story, featured on our East West Coaching podcast, demonstrates, even during major […]
Why We Make Them (and Why We Break Them) Introduction It’s January 1st. The air is filled with optimism, and many of us are armed with a list of resolutions. But by February, many of those lists are gathering dust. Why? New year is traditionally the time (at least in the West) for setting resolutions. […]
Responding to Emotional Outbursts In my previous post, we explored the importance of acknowledging and naming our emotions accurately. Today, I’m shifting our focus to how we receive and respond to the emotions of others. Facing the Outpouring Few of us relish being on the receiving end of a verbal outburst, whether it’s anger, frustration, […]
Understanding Your Emotions We often resort to broad terms like “happy,” “sad,” and “angry” to describe our emotions. While these labels offer a basic understanding, they fail to capture the nuances of our emotional experiences. By employing more precise language, we can gain deeper insights into ourselves, communicate more effectively, and negotiate life’s challenges with […]
In a world that often equates success with relentless hustle and unyielding ambition, it’s not uncommon to hear high achievers whisper doubts like, “Do I truly deserve this?” or wonder, “Am I worthy of such happiness in my relationship?” These questions are more than mere reflections; they’re indicative of a psychological phenomenon known as imposter […]
Embracing Empathy in Our Relationships In our work and personal life, we often find ourselves tangled in misunderstandings and conflicts. It’s a universal truth: we all make mistakes, sometimes upsetting others or exacerbating situations despite our best intentions. Recognising our humanity means acknowledging our imperfections and the complexities of our actions. The Inner Advocate: Justifying […]
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where, despite your achievements, you feel undeserving? Maybe it’s that promotion you received at work or the loving relationship you’re in – yet, you can’t shake off the feeling that you don’t belong. This internal conflict between our self-concept and our accomplishments can lead to increased stress […]
