Giving The Gift of Presence This Holiday Season
As the holidays approach, itās easy to get swept up in the search for the perfect gift. The adverts, the shopping lists, the wrappingāit all becomes part of the seasonal rhythm. But have you ever wondered: what if the most meaningful gift you could give doesnāt come in a box? What if, instead of giving… Read More
Want Deep Emotional Freedom? Stop Trying to Control Your Emotions!
The common wisdom tells us we should ācontrol our emotionsā and āchoose how we respond.ā Viktor Frankl famously said, āForces beyond your control can take away everything you possess except one thingāyour freedom to choose how you respond to the situationā (Frankl, 2006). But letās be honest. When weāre in the grip of intense emotions,… Read More
Help! Iāve Hit a Creative Block. What Do I Do?
We’ve all been thereāstaring at the blank page, canvas, or screen, feeling that immobilising frustration of a ācreative block.ā So, what now? Hereās the thing: not all blocks are created equal. The first step isnāt necessarily to push through; itās to pause and ask a simple question: Is this truly a block, or do I… Read More
Turning Pain Into Creative Power.
Letās be real for a second: Being a creative isnāt just about those moments of inspiration or the thrill of finishing a piece. Itās raw. Itās messy. And sometimes, it can be painful as hell. If youāre a creative, you know how heavy it can getāthe doubts, the frustration, the feeling that youāre on the… Read More
The Mental Health Struggles of Creatives: A Call for Deeper Understanding
Yet again, the world has lost a talented artist too soon. Liam Payne, former member of One Direction, had been open about his struggles with mental health and substance abuse. While the specifics surrounding his recent passing remain unclear, it’s hard to ignore the connection between the mental health challenges he faced and the tragic… Read More
The Art of Setting Boundaries: Protecting Your Energy and Honour Your Worth
Setting boundaries can feel like an impossible task. For many of us, the idea of saying “no” or establishing limits brings up feelings of guilt, fear, or even the worry that weāre being unkind. But the truth is, boundaries are not about pushing people away; they’re about protecting our energy, honouring our worth, and creating… Read More
Self-Silencing vs. Quiet Influence: Navigating the Fine Line
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you questioned whether staying quiet was a form of strength or simply holding yourself back? It’s something many of us grapple with, and thereās a powerful difference between self-silencing and quiet influence. Recognising which one we’re leaning into can make all the difference in how we… Read More
Is Healing Trauma Worth It?
Exploring the Impact of Trauma on Creativity Trauma ā itās a word that carries a heavy weight, especially for those who’ve experienced it firsthand. For many, particularly in creative fields, trauma leaves an indelible mark, influencing not only personal lives but also artistic expression. But here’s the big question: is the journey of healing from… Read More
Quality vs Quantity: Defining Your Entrepreneurial Path as a Practitioner
In life and in business, you eventually reach a point where you have to make a choice: do you want to be a bespoke provider who offers high-quality, personalised services, or do you want to focus on quantity, offering more affordable services to a larger number of clients? The reality is, it’s incredibly difficult to… Read More
The Emotional Weight of Female Leadership in a Male-Dominated World
“As a woman in leadership, Iāve felt the weight of societal expectations more times than I can count. Whether itās being told Iām ātoo assertiveā or having my decisions questioned simply because Iām a woman, the journey has been anything but easy. But we need to talk about these challengesānot just for ourselves, but for… Read More