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🎃 Happy Halloween! 🎃 Let’s talk about something a bit scarier than ghosts and monsters… the SUNDAY SCARIES 😱 We've all felt it... the feeling that creeps in on Sunday evening, knowing Monday is just around the corner and the workweek awaits. So in the spirit of Halloween, let’s TREAT ourselves to some tips to help us keep those Sunday Scaries away! ☕ Plan something to look forward to! Book in a Monday morning coffee with a friend or work mate, or schedule time on Monday for an activity you enjoy 📝 Instead of diving into a massive to-do list on Monday, prioritise one or two manageable tasks first up. Starting with a few small wins can ease the transition into the week 💫 Spend a few minutes on Sunday listing things you’re excited about or grateful for in the upcoming week. These few minutes spent focusing on the positive aspects can help reshape those anxious thoughts Lets make Mondays a little less spooky! 👻 What are your best tips for overcoming the Sunday Scaries? #happyhalloween #sundayscaries #worklifebalance #mentalhealth #professionaldevelopment Speller International

Anyone else starting to see Christmas Decorations in the shops? Or hearing the distant voice of Mariah Carey as she starts to defrost? Time flies and is rarely on our side, and if not managed correctly it can be taken away either by others or by ourselves. Simple exercises like Reflection Sundays can help focus thoughts, actions and boost your productivity as we head into a new week. Don't let the years fly by and lets make the most of it! #time #productivity #personaldevelopment

This December, join me for daily messages designed to inspire peace, joy, and balance (Tech issues so this is a day late!). Each tip will help you take care of yourself, strengthen connections, and embrace the festive spirit. Let’s make this season one of calm, gratitude, and meaningful moments—perfect for Christmas and beyond! Day 1: Set Your Daily Intention Start your day with purpose. Take a moment to breathe deeply and set an intention—peace, productivity, or patience. A clear focus helps you stay grounded and guides your actions. Control your day by deciding how you want to feel and watch everything else fall into place.

🌟 Saturday Reflection: Embracing Simple Joys 🌟 Amid the weekend bustle, let's pause to revel in life's simple treasures: 🌿 Breathe Deep: Inhale the morning calm. Let the tranquility of the weekend soothe your soul. 👨👩👧👦 Family Time: Cherish those closest to you: 💬 Heart-to-Hearts: Share stories with your parents, grounding yourself in your roots. 🍽️ Dinner Dates: Strengthen bonds with your spouse over a delicious meal, away from the chaos. 🏏 Playtime: Engage in fun with your kids, fostering unforgettable memories and strong connections. 🌼 Find Delight in Little Things: Marvel at nature's wonders – a blooming flower, a steaming cuppa, or birdsong serenading the day. 📚 Self-Care Oasis: Take moments for yourself – dive into a book, luxuriate in a bath, or simply bask in quietude. Family isn't just about presence; it's about shared moments and heartfelt connections. Let's treasure these moments, for in them lies the true essence of success and fulfillment. 💖 #FamilyFirst #WorkLifeHarmony #CherishMoments #LoveAndSuccess Feel free to share and spread the joy! 🌟

Christmas can be a challenging and triggering time. Here are some reasons why: 🔆Spending time with people you rarely connect with 🔆Conversations about things that aren’t important such as your weight or relationship status 🔆Dysfunctional family dynamics playing out 🔆Differing opinions and values of people - e.g. politics 🔆Missing people that we’ve lost 🔆Old traumatic memories resurfacing 🔆Not having the Christmas we’re sold in popular culture 🔆A to do list the size of your arm In what ways do you find Christmas triggering? Any tips on how you cope?

✨ It’s Not Selfish, It’s Essential ✨ Imagine starting your day energised, moving through challenges with ease, and ending it feeling fulfilled. Sounds like a dream, right? 💡 It’s possible when you prioritise yourself. Find out how to break free from the Christmas overwhelm and embrace the calm, joyful season you deserve. 🎄 Don’t let this year’s festivities drain you—transform them. 👉 I’ve just published this blog “How to Break the Christmas Overwhelm Cycle Without Sacrificing Yourself” which speaks more deeply about this.   If you'd like to read it and receive tips to support your emotional well-being DM me or drop a comment and I'll get the link to you. Thanks, JP #beyourself #impostersyndrome #authenticity #authenticleadership

CHRISTMAS IN THE SUN 🌞 A REMINDER THAT LIFE DOESN'T ALWAYS FIT THE SCRIPT! I’m writing this from sunny Fuerteventura, where the Christmas decorations are already up.🎄 Twinkling lights, tinsel, and festive displays are in full swing. It's beautiful, but I must admit—it feels a little surreal. Especially when back home its wet and cold and yet the temperature here suggests sandals rather than scarves.☔️ It got me thinking about how life can feel out of sync sometimes and different contexts can influence how we experience things. For example, grief and loss, often show up in unexpected ways and at unexpected times. Just as a Christmas tree in the tropics might feel out of place, navigating loss or transition can sometimes feel at odds with the world around us, especially when everyone else seems to be celebrating.🤔 What helps us make sense of these contrasts? For me, it’s about stopping to acknowledge them, letting them be what they are, and finding ways to move forward with care and kindness for ourselves.💕 These moments often lead to powerful conversations—whether it’s about resilience, well-being, or simply how we’re feeling. Have you ever had a moment of contrasts that made you stop and reflect? Or felt something out of step with the world around you? I’d love to hear your thoughts below⬇️ #grief #loss #balance #reflection

🎄'' Christmas can be perfect, but it usually isn’t. ''🎄 We often look forward to Christmas thinking: "this year it’ll be lovely," only to end up overwhelmed. Balancing our expectations and reality can be tough, especially with chronic pain. 💡 Expectations: Joy, love, sharing, cosy family time. 💡 Reality might include: Stress, too many obligations, doing too much, and flare-ups. 🫶 Be kind to yourself and remember: it's okay if it's not perfect. 📖🔎 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eSE-CrVd #ChristmasReality #Stress #SelfCare #ChronicPain #Christmas #PainManagement

When something breaks, there’s always something new around the corner 💔 I’m a bit of a sensitive one when it comes to things that people buy for me. I was after one of these spoons for a long time and got given it for Christmas. I smiled to myself as I opened the wrapping 😊 I’ve used it every day since and I love the fact that something so small can bring light to my day every time I look at it! But the other day I picked it up and it broke in my hands 😞 I was gutted… Something that probably cost a couple of quid made me stop and think about the small things in our lives which give us pleasure. We live. Laugh. Love. When we’re doing the things we enjoy, that gives us pleasure, and can help others in the process - we can smile. Sometimes there are hiccups along the road and sometimes the process breaks, but sticking to the plan and pressing on towards the goal helps us to stay focused and in tune with what we’re supposed to be doing. When something breaks, there’s always another way - I t’s our way of knowing that there’s something better out there! The little things in life 💖 I hope you’ve had a good day, whatever you’ve been up to. It’s Wednesday *hump day* - so I hope that you’re able to smile at the things you’re doing and know that you’re doing a good job 👍 Keep smiling. Keep going. Keep your eyes on the goal and take joy in the benefits. #joy #keepsmiling #positivemindset #dreambig #positivethoughts #businessowner #thelittlethingsinlife

This December, join me for daily messages designed to inspire peace, joy, and balance. Each tip will help you take care of yourself, strengthen connections, and embrace the festive spirit. Let’s make this season one of calm, gratitude, and meaningful moments—perfect for Christmas and beyond! Day 1: Set Your Daily Intention Start your day with purpose. Take a moment to breathe deeply and set an intention—peace, productivity, or patience. A clear focus helps you stay grounded and guides your actions. Control your day by deciding how you want to feel and watch everything else fall into place.