What I mean by a ‘kept woman’ is a woman who is dependent on her partner in one or more ways, usually financially and socially. Socially – the man is…

Our beliefs about ourselves (core beliefs) can often emerge from early life experiences. As adults, there are things we do on a day-to-day basis that…

Have you ever noticed your judgement of yourself? The little voice in your head: “you are too fat”, “you look stupid in that jacket”, “no one likes y…

There really isn't enough emphasis on adult bullying. Many people believe it only happens in childhood but this is a fallacy. Bullying can happen in…

Self-doubt underlies many aspects of anxiety and low mood. It is the lack of trust in the self; the lack of belief in the self’s ability. This can be…

Does this sound like you? "I always feel let down. I give so much of myself which other people are happy to take and get nothing back. Then I think…

Struggling with hierarchical relationships? Do line managers and people in authority always seem to be a source of irritation? Do you react to certai…

I hear that question almost everyday. And not even from my clients. But from friends, relatives or strangers. The words come with frustration, despai…

Just imagine putting a bottle under the tap and turning the tap on. What happens? Bottling up your emotions can affect you in your mood, your reacti…

Self-belief wanted. Apply within. A friend sent me this and it made me chuckle and then me being me I had to reflect. So many people want self-beli…

So alone She felt so drained, so desperate, so ashamed and alone. She did not want to be herself anymore but she had to be. She was stuck with herse…

I am a great believer in optimism and positive thinking. I include it in both my personal and professional life, sometimes even to the extreme. And I…