Things are not always what they seem. And things change, adapt and adjust. What was once one thing can become a different thing entirely. In a heartbeat. The familiar and expected can shapeshift into the unknown and the unexpected. Rarely does something remain the same. The reason is as difficult to understand as it is … Continue reading Was, Is, Will Be
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A Tale Once Told
Any attempt to rewrite, retell or reconstruct the story of our life thus far is most certain to result in a combination of confusion and disappointment. Different people remember different events in different ways. What was significant and life-changing for one person can be of far less consequence to another. Recollections diverge despite the best … Continue reading A Tale Once Told
Who, What And Why
The person we are has - to a greater or lesser degree - been created by both nature and nurture. In the final analysis, however, it's what we do with what we have that makes all the difference. The bottom line is a matter of choice. And while there will always be contributing factors well … Continue reading Who, What And Why
Words, Actions, Choices
All too often the most difficult thing about any particular task is getting started. That is certainly the case when facing something challenging. It can also apply to the simplest of things. The problem is that procrastination feeds anxiety and anxiety is a direct challenge to our mental wellbeing. We can face the predicament where … Continue reading Words, Actions, Choices
A Friend For Life
We know far more about ourselves than we are prepared to admit. Admission opens the way to change, change is often painful, and we would all prefer to avoid suffering. The fact remains that no-one knows us like we know us. In this case, however, knowledge is not enough. We need understanding. What is it … Continue reading A Friend For Life
Topping The Takers
It's not easy to accept that, somewhere out there, is a person who is plotting or planning to take advantage of us either emotionally, physically or spiritually. They may be nearby or they may be far away...but they seek to exploit us. They see something we have and they want it for themselves. They see … Continue reading Topping The Takers
All Things Must Change
Everything we do, say or think has consequences...and that's true whether we choose to deny it or not. One thing results in the next, one direction leads to another. Any attempt to freeze time and space is futile. Change happens minute by minute, hour by hour despite our often desperate attempts to delay or postpone … Continue reading All Things Must Change
Hooray For Today
Life is full of surprises. At its best a surprise is simply something unexpected or not anticipated. At its worst a surprise can be a shock. There is no way to prepare ourselves for every eventuality. It's not possible to be ready for anything. Living a life of hyper-vigilance would be to invite mental and … Continue reading Hooray For Today
Freedom In The Moment
Reliance on prediction and preference is unwise. What we want and how we see ourselves getting what we want can rob us of the ability to manoeuvre when we need that ability the most. There is a lot of repetition throughout life. There is also a lot of ducking and weaving. It's important to know … Continue reading Freedom In The Moment
Up, Down And Sideways
Expectation can often exceed result. What we want is not necessarily what we will get. It's rare that we plan for a loss but a negative outcome is always a possibility. In a lifetime we will experience many good things and we'll experience many bad things. There will be times when our spirits are lifted … Continue reading Up, Down And Sideways
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