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The tension between trends and timeless truths “Our nervous system doesn't align with the fast-paced nature of social media, and promoting the idea of instant fixes can do more harm than good.” In almost 20 years as a resilience consultant, I've seen firsthand the...

According to recent LinkedIn research, resilience is now the number one power skill to develop in the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, France, and Australia  ~ LinkedIn Learning (2021) This article explores how, when leaders and managers...

As 2023 draws to a close, I invite you to grab a cuppa and take 2 minutes to read this thought-provoking article by Business Insider that gives us a glimpse into the future of working culture and sets the stage right up to 2030. It’s a must-read for business...

Resilience isn’t merely a destination to reach but an ongoing journey woven intricately into our lives. It’s the sum of our behaviours, skills, and beliefs, shaping our response to life’s myriad challenges. Meaning of resilience At its core, resilience is the ability...

Work is an essential part of our lives, but it can also be a significant source of stress. Champion Health, a leading provider of workplace wellness solutions, has identified the top 10 causes of stress in the workplace. By acknowledging and then understanding these...

I understand that, as leaders and managers, your days are often packed with meetings, deadlines, and a myriad of responsibilities that can sometimes leave you feeling drained and overwhelmed. That’s why I’m thrilled to introduce you to a special project that’s been...

In the hustle and bustle of our modern lives, it’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of routines, responsibilities, and challenges. Yet, amidst this chaos, lies a profound truth that has the potential to reshape our perception of the world around us: we create...

Life can be a whirlwind of responsibilities, demands, and challenges, leaving us feeling overwhelmed and stressed. In the pursuit of tranquility and inner peace, many have turned to the soothing power of binaural beats. So, what exactly are binaural beats, and why do...

How well we cope with stress – also known as how resilient we are – hugely depends on our physical health. And in turn, our physical healthhugely depends on the quality of our sleep.  If you’ve been following our recent blogs, you will know we’ve been...

Resilience is a life-long journey rather than a destination… but what behaviours, skills and beliefs contribute to how resilient we are?  We humans are complex beings, and nowhere more so than in the area of resilience. So much contributes to how...

From our habits to the movies we play in our minds, how we approach the Elements of Resilience will determine whether we create Spirals of Resilience or Spirals of Stress and Overwhelm.  As a leader, are you creating Spirals of Stress and Overwhelm for yourself...

When we learn to focus on what is in our control and let the rest go, we can calm and soothe our nervous system. Here’s how…  Many of us go through our lives playing out movies in our minds of past regrets – things we wished we had or hadn’t done – or future...