A Wellness Path

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The Hidden Power of Habit: What a New Zealand Sheep Farm Taught Me About Mental Health

I always thought sheep were pretty dumb. But looking at the habits they form, I now realize that actually, they aren’t totally woolly in their thinking (sorry, I had to say it). As a child growing up on a New Zealand sheep farm, I remember asking my father a very […]

How Photos Can Help Your Mental Health

Over the past week I have noticed in this end of the year period a new Facebook type of post – ‘My Year’. In this post the Facebook friend has selected highlights and photos from the years journey to tell the story of ‘My Year’ I have looked at some […]

Three Gratitude’s

  Three Gratitude’s Every night before I go to sleep I say out loud Three things that I’m grateful for, All the significant, insignificant Extraordinary, ordinary stuff of my life. It’s a small practice and humble, And yet, I find I sleep better Holding what lightens and softens my life […]

How to Help Others Solve Problems in 8 Steps

How to Help Someone Solve a Problem in 8 Practical Steps

  Quick answer: The best way to help someone solve a problem is not to solve it for them. Gather a small team, name one problem clearly, brainstorm at least ten solutions without judging them, weigh the pros and cons, choose the most doable option, write down a plan with […]

Do You Feel Alone in Your Struggle?

Do You Feel Alone in Your Struggle?

What is it like to feel alone with your struggle? You are having a hard time in your life. There is pain, frustration, a desperateness and you feel completely alone with it. You may have people around you who care. They may even be professionals such as doctors, nurses, support workers, […]