Well that was nerve-wracking. It's one thing writing a poem, it's another thing reciting it and putting it out there into the world. I've given myself the challenge of doing something every week that pushes me outside my comfort zone to show how our mind works in trying to hold us back and to show … Continue reading Challenge number 4 – write a poem and recite it
Inspiration
The simple truth about you
There is a simple truth... You are more amazing than you realise. Yip, even you. You are stronger than you think. Aha, even you. You're more resilient than you know. That's right, even you. You have the capacity for greatness and the courage and confidence to achieve your goals and dreams. You're hearing me: yes, … Continue reading The simple truth about you
What’s your superpower?
What's your superpower? It's a question that's bugged me for years and then one morning, all bleary-eyed as I was making my first cup of coffee in the dark it suddenly dawned on me. In the past I thought I had to choose a strength like my determination. Or a skill like my ability to … Continue reading What’s your superpower?
What comes first – bravery or action?
What comes first - bravery or action? So often in our heads we think we need to be brave or confident before we can take action - I need to be more confident before I ask that person out on a date; I need to be brave/confident before I go for my dream job or … Continue reading What comes first – bravery or action?
Age is no excuse if you’re up for the challenge
Are you too old to set out on your dreams? Forge a new path? Take on a physically demanding challenge? According to society’s standards I technically have passed my peak (I cry tears into my wine glass while examining the grey hairs sprouting from my temples). Even my mother recently told me I was classed … Continue reading Age is no excuse if you’re up for the challenge