Many of us are thrown out of kilter for a day or two when the clocks fall back. However, for some of us the loss of daylight hours can throw us off balance for a substantial amount of time. This can have a powerful effect on our mood. What is Seasonal Affective...
During Autumn, in between the rainy spells, it’s good to get outside and appreciate the changing foliage around us. Autumnal colours are warm and earthy. The burgundy of a conker. The bright orange of pumpkin flesh. The rich browns and reds of falling leaves....
Moving home is generally acknowledged to be a majorly stressful life event. Whether you’re moving into a rented house or buying your own home, moving house is always more involved than we first envisage. Moving house and /or area can happen for many reasons: A...
Loss occurs when we lose something that is precious to us. It usually refers to a person, for example – the death of a loved one, but it can also denote many other circumstances such as: Grown up children leaving home Being made redundant or leaving a...
Resilience: a metaphor from my experiences. Whilst on holiday in Greece I was struck by the importance of the Olive Tree. Primarily by its beauty. The ancient dark gnarly trunk in contrast with the silvery sage and bright green leaves almost translucent in the sun....