Take a break – is it time for a holiday?

Are you ready for a break?  It looks as though Pickle is! I’ve never really understood the whole ‘rest is for the weak’ approach. I know some people thrive on very little sleep but for me it’s essential.  Some industries seem to value the hours of work put in rather than the quality of it. …

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Don’t Beat Up On Your Self-Esteem

Yesterday my call with my lovely, bubbly, kind and caring friend started with her in tears. Why? Because she was frustrated and cross with HERSELF. As the sniffles subsided her story came out.  She was angry and disappointed with herself as she had so much to do and was going to miss some deadlines and…

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Selfcare – Good Health to You

There’s nothing quite like a night of constant coughing to remind us of the value of good health is there? I wrote the draft for this post at 3am before Christmas, unable to sleep for yet another night.  I can only sum up time spent with a cold as being incredibly tedious.  Normally I would…

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The Importance of Self Care

If you know me well, or if you’ve worked with me, you’ll know this is something I’m particularly keen on.  Looking after yourself is the single most important thing you can do in this life.  If you aren’t in good condition you won’t be in a fit state to look after anyone else or to…

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