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The Squidgy Stuff…The Guts Of It
The Squidgy Stuff: Understanding the Mind-Body Connection Emotions—what I call “the squidgy stuff”—can make anyone squirm. Most people see emotions through a prism, with lights flashing in all directions when we lose control. Generally, we’re not taught that emotions have a direct effect on the body’s wellness. Have you ever seen something and felt a shiver run through your body without knowing why? It’s the old story: for every action, there’s an equal and opposite reaction. When we have a thought, we always have a physical response in the body—conscious or unconscious. As Maya Angelou once said, “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” Our…
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Skys the limit…..or is it?
Flying Solo: From 30,000 Feet to Ground-Level Dreams Let’s be real—2012 was like that turbulent flight nobody wants to remember, but somehow we all made it to our destination with stories to tell! It was one of those years where the universe decided to shake things up for everyone, and honey, did it ever deliver some personal growth served with a side of “what the hell am I doing with my life?” For me, 2012 was all about learning where to draw the line and actually listening to that little voice inside (you know, the one that’s usually drowned out by Netflix and self-doubt). The outcome? Absolutely stunning. But let…
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A Breath of Fresh Air
Ease Off the Accelerator, Darling – Life’s Not a Race! Let’s be real: it’s human nature to go against the grain every now and then. We push the boundaries, we test the limits, and just like curious little kids, we poke the bear to see what happens. Sometimes, we create habits—some fab, some not-so-fab—without even realising it. And before we know it, those habits start affecting our happiness, health, and whole vibe. But guess what? That’s totally normal… just not always helpful. Every now and then, we need a good old-fashioned reassessment. A pause. A moment to check in with ourselves and ask, “Hey love, how am I doing, really?”…
