Gah, social media can be a destructive beast can’t it? For all the good it does to connect with others, … More
Tag: chronic illness
When self-discipline involves skipping the gym to go back to bed
I was in a crazy rush to get to my weekly Pilates class this morning (when I say weekly, that’s … More
More than wishful thinking – putting hope into practice
I use the word ‘hope’ all the time, but rarely think about it’s meaning. It’sĀ one of those slippery words that’s … More
How to forgive yourself when you make a mistake
I really hate making mistakes… that sinking feeling you get when you realise you’ve caused something negative to happen, and … More
A glimpse of the other side: lessons from looking after my sick husband
The past week has been an eye-opening experience for me. For once, I wasn’t the sickest person in the house! … More
“Is it kind? Is it helpful? Is it funny?” 3 questions for reflection for kids (and adults)
We’re currently trying to help our six-year old Small understand when something is a joke, and when it’s not. It’s … More
I need to stop worrying about ‘letting people down’!
We have this silly phrase in my family that we use when one of us makes a minor mistake or … More
Cancelling plans – no more excuses!
For most of my adult life, I’ve been quite a sociable person. The thought of empty diary days used to … More
How chronic illness changed my attitude to money
I’ve always been a saver rather than a spender. As children it used to wind my brothers up something rotten. … More