If you are trying to have a more positive outlook on your life and want to have a better mindset you may want to start using daily affirmations. Affirmations are short statements that have the power to stop negative self-talk as they can help reassure positive thinking. If you want to see your dreams become a reality, take your healing journey seriously, get your confidence back or just see yourself be better these affirmations I for you.  

I challenge you every day of April to wake up and claim 10 affirmations that resonate with you. 2022 is the year where you change your life and start creating healthy lifestyle habits. 

1. SELF CONFIDENCE 

1. I am intelligent and focused 

2. There is no one like me with my ideas and creativity 

3. I will step out of my comfort zone and push past my fears 

4. My insecurities do not define me nor my capabilities 

5. I am fearless and fear does not rule my life 

6. I am becoming more confident within myself everyday 

7. I am capable of doing whatever is necessary to excel in life 

8. I have endless talents and abilities  

9. I can do anything that I put my mind to 

10. I am a bold, brave individual   

    
    

2. SELF LOVE  

1. I am complete as I am, others simply support me 

2. My soul radiates from the inside and warms the souls of others 

3. I am deeply in love with the person that I have grown to be 

4. I can only try my best and my best is enough  

5. I am allowed to make mistakes  

6. I am worthy of showing myself love  

7. I embrace and celebrate all my achievements  

8. I am exactly where I am meant to be at this moment in time  

9. I choose me and set boundaries to reflect this  

10. I do not allow others to take advantage of my kindness 

3. SELF RESPECT + SELF ESTEEM 

1. I deserve to be treated with respect from those who I interact with 

2. I am deserving and open to peace in every element of my life 

3. I am enough and I will not allow into my life who makes me question this 

4. I value myself and have high self-esteem 

5. I am a valuable human being who conducts myself in this manner  

6. I do not allow negative self-talk in my daily life  

7. I am kind to myself  

8. I make choices that benefit me  

9. I only accept the best for myself  

10. I am of value and importance to the world  

4. BODY POSITIVITY  

1. My body is beautiful just the way it is  

2. I am worth more than my physical appearance and I will not let it determine my self-worth 

3. My body does not define me and my identity 

4. The size of my body does not determine who I am 

5. My body is worthy of love and respect 

6. I am currently living in my dream body 

7. Food is not good or bad but simply a matter of fueling my body 

8. I wake up every day and appreciate the skin that I am in 

9. I am on a journey of loving my uniqueness and all that my body 

10. I do not compare my body to others  

5. HEALING  

1. I have valid emotions and should express them freely 

2. I am openly letting go of the hurt, unhealed version of myself 

3. I am healing and strengthening every day 

4. I am worthy of forgiveness no matter my past mistakes 

5. I am taking charge of my healing and no longer letting my trauma rule my life 

6. I forgive those who I feel have caused me pain and suffering  

7. I release any negative feelings towards my pain  

8. I am patient and kind to myself as I heal from my past  

9. Healing is not a linear journey and I embrace this 

10. I choose peace, happiness and joy every day 

6. GROWTH  

1. I do not chase; I attract what is meant for me and me only 

2. I will continue working towards being my best in every sense 

3. I am independent and self-sufficient 

4. I will persevere through any hardships that life throws my way 

5. I am open and accepting new changes in my life 

6. I use obstacles to motivate me to learn and grow 

7. I do not believe in failure as there is a lesson in everything I go through 

8. I am in a new season where growth and learning is welcomed  

9. I am getting better every single day 

10. I am following my passions and purpose  

7. SUCCESS 

1. I trust and believe in my ability to achieve greatness 

2. My life has meaning. What I do has meaning. My actions are meaningful and inspiring 

3. I am a force of nature, ready to conquer my goals 

4. I am in charge of exceeding my full potential 

5. All I need to succeed is within me 

6. I have the ability to adapt to any situation 

7. My moment is now. I am ready for any new opportunity 

8. Every goal I set for myself is easily attainable  

9. I am on a journey of building discipline to help me achieve my long-term goals  

10. I am creating my dream life and will see my deepest desires become a reality  

8. HEALTH 

1. My body is a strong vessel 

2. My mind, body and soul are healthy 

3. I prioritise my mental wellbeing and holistic health 

4. My body is more than capable of taking care of me  

5. Ill health or sickness does not define me   

6. I make healthy choices every day to best fuel my body 

7. I feed, nourish and exercise my body because it is a temple 

8. My mental health does not rule my life  

9. I choose happiness and peace so that I do not cause myself unnecessary stress 

10. I have the strength and energy to do what I need in my daily life  

9. GRATITUDE  

1. I have a brilliant and wonderful life 

2. I am thankful for a new day of life  

3. I have an amazing network of individuals who love and support me  

4. I have access to my basic human rights  

5. I am blessed to be here at this moment 

6. I have freedom of choice at every moment  

7. Any hardship that I endure is for a purpose to guide me on my journey 

8. I live a life which is filled with abundance and positivity 

9. I am able to thrive in any situation even if it initially scares me  

10. I meet and connect with people who bring unique perspectives to my life 

10. RELATIONSHIPS 

1. I belong in this world; there are people that care about me and my worth 

2. I have healthy relationships with my family, friends and peers 

3. I communicate effectively so that I can be heard no matter my environment 

4. I am considerate of others' feelings and opinions  

5. I support and assist others where possible in their endeavors 

6. I am a social human being 

7. I speak up and support those who are unable to  

8. I am a good, loving person to those in my life  

9. I am open and honest with my loved ones 

10. I respect and have healthy boundaries in all my relationships  

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20 March 2022. The day when spring officially starts and if you ask me there isn't a better time for new beginnings. A time to shake off the old and welcome in the new. The early darker evenings are soon going to be behind us and longer brighter days are in our future.

It is tradition for many to have a spring clean, change up one's environment, purge and be ready to welcome new into one's life. This spring I challenge all to have a holistic spring clean - in regards to improving one's overall wellbeing.

from acknowledging your past pains finally letting them go, forgiving those who have hurt you, opening your heart to new opportunities, finally saying no to people and no longer people-pleasing. There is always going to be that 'thing' you need to work, something you want to achieve or something you want to accomplish. Unfortunately, it is up to you to create a lifestyle that brings you peace and joy, a life that you can look back at and be content with.

Trying to do everything at once can often be overwhelming and can often lead to not seeing our brightest hopes and dreams become a reality. So self-reflect and pick 4 things in your life that you want to 'spring clean' and start afresh. If unsure where to start read our post on personal development on key areas that you may want to focus on. Set out your goals and write out exactly how you will achieve what you intend to do - get our habit tracker to keep you focused!

I hope whatever new beginnings you have in spring 2022 are fruitful in every sense.

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It's finally February! A month of 2022 has come and gone and we have entered the month of love. Valentine's day is around the corner - dreaded by many who are single and celebrated by those who are in loving relationships.

Whatever your relationship status, whether your heart is taken or not I want you to take some time this month to genuinely fall in love with yourself. As a strong believer in the principle that to feel loved by others in one love, one must love and accept themselves wholeheartedly How are others love ever going to be enough if you look toward them for constant validation. 

From a young age, the fairy tale story of love is sold to us through the typical stories of princes and princesses. Self-love and self-care are phrases that are constantly used to promote wellbeing and holistic wellness but what does it really mean - let's get into it!

self-love

noun

regard for one's own well-being and happiness

Beyond this simple yet broad definition, practising can look different. The ultimate goal, which will often be a constant journey as life throws its different challenges towards you, is to seek peace and happiness within oneself.

The journey to self-love can be beautiful yet uncomfortable as at times it can require one to look at areas of our lives that we often shy away from. Daily actions that one may need to take is acknowledging one fear, facing your insecurities head one, spending time alone, discovering your interests, not letting others opinions rule your life, allowing yourself to make mistakes, acknowledging your imperfections and taking steps to be better. 

Take the challenge to be a better you. Happy Valentines Day! Whether you spend it with your partner, a friend, a loved one or yourself - I hope this month brings you inner peace and happiness.

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2022. Happy New Year!

The new year is here and it’s yours for the taking. This new year and season of life are waiting to give you your hearts desires. Be ready to chase what is meant for you, grow in unimaginable ways and push your limits.

Have your goals written, your visions clear – know what it is that you want from this new year. Bring the best of life lessons into this new year to shape your every experience and don’t be afraid of trying and learning. You are in the driver's seat and to reach your desired destination you need to know where it is that you're going.

2021 may have been great, mediocre or the worst for you but now it's time for you to leave it behind. You don’t need to reinvent who you are but bring the best of you to the new year.

Whatever you may want to do this year big or small, I want you to believe in yourself, know that you are capable and take the steps to live the life you dream of.

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December is here and you’ve made it!

I don’t know what year you have encountered – if it’s been filled with many highs, lows or just been even all the way through. If you reached your goals, just managed to get by or had the worst year of your life.

Regardless of any of your circumstances you have made it to the last month of the year, another year of life and that is something to be proud of and worth celebrating.

It’s that time of year of giving, receiving, being grateful and reflecting. As fast as this year has gone by, I’m sure December will race by and it will be 2022. It’s natural to get self-reflective as a new year is upon you and for many, it will be thought ‘New Year, New Me!’

To that, I implore you to think again and reconsider. Why do you need to wait for the new year to start making changes in your life? I know the new year is like the biggest Monday (when you agree to start your new habit or goal)

This is your reminder that the time will never be right, you can start now, tomorrow waits for no one and that your time is now. Use December to prepare for your new season – 2022. Your dream life, goals and passions will not become a reality without your hard work, an action plan and determination.

For 2022 we claim a healthy mind, body and soul.

Here are 4 things I challenge you to do before the new year starts - take December to reflect upon what areas of your life you need and want to focus on. Check out our post on five areas of personal development that help you.

1.

Write a list of what you are grateful for and what you have achieved in 2021. Have an attitude of gratitude. It’s easy to take small things for granted.

2.

Write down the goals that you want to achieve at the end of 2022 with a detailed action plan and milestones that will help you get there. Putting your ideas to paper is an extremely important step as simply writing your goals will increase the likelihood of them becoming a reality.

3.

List 10 ways that you aim to help others in the new year, we have to start caring for others through action. How can you use your talents to help others and create opportunities for them? How can you make someone's day? How can you help make the world a better place?

4.

Create your vision board. Put your ideas to paper/print so that you can look at your future and visualise your new reality. This is a fun way to plan and get excited about your future.

As always may your last month of 2021 be a pleasant one filled with joy, peace, happiness, gratitude, new memories and giving to those who need it!

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Self-Awareness

def.

conscious knowledge of one's own character and feelings

Being self-aware is having the ability to reflect, observe and understand your behaviour, actions, thoughts

As much as we all want to believe that we are self-aware and being the best possible version of ourselves most of the time – this is a reality that simply isn't true.

Why?

Because we are all imperfect humans trying to figure out and live a life that oftentimes throws us obstacles and challenges along the way.

However, if you want to live a life filled with more purpose, passion and joy. Where your pain, trauma and past experiences and mistakes don't haunt you or continue to affect every aspect of your life. You may want to start with you, looking within and learning to be self-aware.

To be better, to heal to grow to thrive requires looking within, acknowledging emotions and feelings and the only way you can do that is through spending that time with yourself.

It will be uncomfortable at times as you will discover those ‘ugly’ traits (which we all have). How you have contributed to your own pain. How at times you may have been the ‘toxic’ one. How others really did cause you pain and even contribute to your insecurities.

I know it sounds like the last thing you would want to do. And that is why so many of us consciously or subconsciously run away from ourselves, use any distraction that the world can offer (social media, relationships) as an escape and use our ‘issues’ as crutches and excuses for our behaviour which at times is inexcusable.

So how does one go about being more self-aware?

There isn't a magical formula. What works for you won't work for somebody else. Your journey really is your own and embracing it is the best first step you can take.

It may take therapy, counselling, coaching, journaling, meditating, practising mindfulness, listening to your inner voice, healing your inner child, having an accountability partner, asking for feedback.

Remember it’s a journey and you are human, there are only a certain number of variables in your life that you can control – this is one of them. You aren't always going to get it right; some seasons will be better than others but what matters most is your effort to try and be better for you and those around you.

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Trying to improve, create new habits and just be better in your daily life can seem like an overwhelming, near impossible challenge.

In this blog post, I’m going to break it down and help you along your journey so that you can be your best, grow and reach your potential as an individual.

There are 5 main areas of personal development, remember some areas may need more work than others.

mental, social, spiritual, physical, emotional

Remember all five areas are connected and can impact other areas.

MENTAL HEALTH

Mental health is focused on one's emotional and psychological wellbeing. If ones mental health is not looked at as a priority it can cause stress and impact all areas of your life. Your mental state can affect your day to day life which can lead to emotions that cause stress, pain, anxiety and so on.

It is estimated that 1 in 4 individuals will experience or be affected by mental health disorders in their life. That is a high statistic! It is critical to seek help from others if you feel that your mental health is negatively affecting you! Check out our causes and support page for further information.

If you want to improve your mental health there are so many different things that you can do. Exercising and moving your body is a great start. Work on having a better sleeping routine, connect with others, take breaks, put yourself first, create healthy boundaries and seek external professional help when necessary. Remember and know that you are not alone – never be afraid to speak to others and you will often find that you are not alone.

SOCIAL WELLBEING

Social wellbeing/health is the one area of personal development that is most external and can often be out of your control as it is based on your relationships with other people.

As humans, we need and crave quality time from our tribe. The better our relationships with those in our tribe and inner circle the better our social wellbeing will be. Social wellbeing is imperative as it can help foster healthy communication habits and social skills which can help you in your personal and professional life.

To have healthy, balanced relationships with other individuals you must carve out quality time. Activities can help you bond with those you care about, be honest and work on communicating effectively.

Social wellbeing is imperative to your personal development as it can help with many social skills such as sympathy, empathy and emotional intelligence. It is our second nature to want to help other people and so by taking control of your social well-being you can fuel your oxytocin and endorphin hormones.

SPIRITUAL HEALTH

Your spiritual health is connected to your beliefs – what you believe in. It can help you connect with your soul and who you really are at your core. Being spiritually healthy can help you connect with yourself and with others in your life.

To be spiritually connected means to understand yourself, take self–exploration head-on, know your needs and when necessary you can have hard conversations with yourself. When connected, balance can be created, you may find that you understand and know your life purpose which can lead to positive fulfilment.

Improving your spiritual health also takes work but can often seem harder as you may face harsh realities of who you are and as humans, it is natural for us to want to run away from taking accountability and responsibility for our own actions. It's important to think positively (affirmations), meditate, fulfil your purpose, question aspects of your life, focus on your mindset and practice gratitude.

PHYSICAL HEALTH

Your body is amazing, it is what keeps you going, literally. Our bodies feel everything that affects us positively or negatively, that is why it's so important to do your best to look after your physical health. If you don’t give your body the tender loving care it needs it can lead to lack of sleep, fatigue, no concentration, brain fog, muscle twitches, burnout and so much more.

Looking after your body can have added benefits of helping your mental and emotional health. It is often attributed to creating discipline and routine into one's life which is needed when trying to reach goals and gain success.

The main way to look after your body is through exercise and diet. It's important to move your body whether it's going to the gym, home workouts, sports activities, walks – whatever you enjoy, do it! Regarding diet, the most important factor is having a healthy, balanced diet full of nutrients and vitamins through food and supplements.

It's also important to be aware of anything that can affect your health and stressors so that you can prevent health issues in your life. This can be through having boundaries, extra supplements, further intake of certain foods, more frequent health check-ups etc.

EMOTIONAL HEALTH

Emotional health is in some ways similar and closely linked to your mental health but still different. It focuses mainly on understanding and being in touch with your feelings. Being emotionally connected is vital to your personal development as your emotions have a large impact on your thoughts and behaviour. If you are more in sync with your emotions and have a deep understanding of how they make you feel and how you will react. In effect you are more likely to be able to understand others' emotions – being emotionally intelligent is a great skill that can positively impact your relationships with others.

It is natural to instinctually want to run away from your emotions but it is better to feel them, accept them, process them and let them flow as new ones enter. Being able to take control of your feelings will enable you to make decisions for your benefit and be self-aware. Meditating and journaling are great ways to understand your emotions and to be able to express them in a healthy environment.

So now you know the five main areas of personal development. It's important to remember that you will continue to develop and grow as you enter new, different seasons of your life. Through your various life stages, your attention will need to focus on different areas more than others. It's important to be able to acknowledge when you need to take that time out to better yourself.

So, I ask you, what is it that you need to start focusing on today to be a better, healthier you?

If you want a challenge start the 7-day guide for personal development and wellness to get you started!

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HOW TO BE HAPPY  

Our bodies are amazing – this is a known fact!  

So much so that our bodies produce hormones to help us stay happy! 

This is why being self-aware and being in touch with oneself is so important. Focusing on your wellbeing and wellness can help stabilise and increase hormones that work to help our bodies feel better and happier. 

So, what are these hormones...? 

Oxytocin. Serotonin. Dopamine. Endorphins. 

Each one of these hormones works in different ways to help us feel better, feel relieved, less stressed, help stabilise our mood, relieve pain and do much more.  

So let’s break down the four individual hormones and see exactly what they can do for you! 

Endorphins

Endorphins are the hormone in place that when produced help relieve stress and pain. Feeling stressed is inevitable as life can often be unpredictable and overwhelming.  

Serotonin

Serotonin helps stabilise your mood and promotes the feeling of well-being and happiness. With the ability to impact your entire body it uses brain cells and other nervous systems to communicate.  

Dopamine

Dopamine is a natural motivator. It boosts feelings of pleasure and reward. When we get hits of dopamine we are incentivised to keep going as the feeling is euphoric  

Oxytocin

Oxytocin “the love drug” is the hormone associated mostly with social bonding. Oxytocin is produced most highly when women give birth through reproduction.  

All of these hormones can be triggered through various forms of diet and exercise but there are many more things you can do! 

Endorphins  

What you can do 

• Give to others

• Dance

• Exercise

• Eat Spicy foods and dark chocolate

• Laugh

What it does for you  

• Boosts self-esteem

• Weight reduction through regular exercise and regulating your appetite

Serotonin  

What you can do 

• Aerobic exercise

• High Protein Diet [turkey, salmon, nuts, pineapple, plums]

• Daylight/Bright lights

• Supplements

• Pure Tryptophan Massages

What it does for you  

It will positively help with your sleeping, eating habits and digestive system  

Dopamine  

What you can do  

• Healthy diet [bananas, avocado, broccoli]

• Exercise

• Meditate

• Sunlight

• Listen to music

• 8hrs sleep

What it does for you  

As it is a neurotransmitter sending signals from your body to your brain it sends signals that help remove stress and give you feels of pleasure 

Oxytocin  

What you can do  

• Spend time with loved ones

• Social bonding activities

• Hug

• Give/get a massage

• Sex

• Vitamins C and D, Magnesium

So regardless of what is going on in your personal or working life, you can still find happiness in the small day-to-day. 

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Why do you find it so hard to say no? Why do you constantly feel like a pushover? Why do you say yes when you really want to say no? 

LACK OF BOUNDARIES  

 You struggle with setting boundaries with others but most importantly you struggle with setting boundaries with yourself.  

In order to have a balanced, fulfilling life where you prioritise your wellbeing and wellness you need to have clear boundaries and you need to start with you first. You need to have a clear conversation with yourself to understand what boundaries you need and want to implement in your life. To understand and know what changes you need to be made you will need a high level of self-awareness  

So how does one become self-aware? 

Quite simply put intentionally self-reflecting is one of the most effective ways to be become more in tune with one self. There are many ways that one can self-reflect whether it be meditating, journaling, praying or getting out in nature. The main premise is to have deep thoughts about one's character, personality and to better understand oneself. A conversation where you are able to meet the real you - discover ones likes and dislikes, the pretty and the ugly. Once some of this work has been done it is important to fall in love with  YOU - wholeheartedly and authentically.  

This is when you can start to set boundaries with yourself because you know and love you for you - you have an awareness of what you are willing to tolerate in your life and when you need to keep yourself accountable. Your self-love journey should have shown you where and how you need to make choices and decisions that you have your best interest at the heart.  

Once you are clear on your personal boundaries with oneself it should be easier to set clear boundaries with secondary parties in your life such as your personal, social and work life. It will no longer be hard for you to say no to those individuals in your life as you are sure and certain of what you want and how you want to spend your time.

Remember when it comes to your wellbeing and improving one's self it will always be a journey of self-discovery filled with challenges but setting boundaries is one of the best things you can do for you. Be determined and intentional so that you can grow and evolve into the person you are meant to be. You are in control of your life, how you allow others to treat you and your story. Embrace your journey and take action to live an inspired life driven by you. 

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We all could love ourselves a little bit more!

Learning to love yourself is a process and a journey. In life, you are going to go through various seasons of your life as you constantly grow and evolve as a person. So you have to learn to adjust and love the different versions of yourself!

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Ups and downs are normal in life therefore it isn't unusual if you have to make a conscious effort to love yourself at different stages, as the person you may change into may be unexpected! This is why learning to love yourself is something which you will have to intentionally make a focus area in your life if you want to feel fulfilled and content

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Changing your life is something you will contemplate during different seasons of your life but how do you actually change your life? What does the process look like? It can seem overwhelming and impossible depending on where you try to start .

Here a few pointers to help you head start your growth journey to being a better you.

1.Mindset

You need to take a deeper look at your mindset and perspective of life. The mindset that you have will influence the choices and decisions that you make in life. Having different influence to shape your mindset will automatically help you change your life

2.Self Awareness & Self Reflecting

To know what areas in your life you want to improve you need to be self-aware of who you currently are so that changes can start to take place in your life. Some of The best ways to become more self-aware is through journaling and meditating.

3.Positivity

You need to have a positive outlook on life and for your future. You have to have hope that you can change your life. Being more positive will help change your mindset on life.

Showing gratitude in your life will also help you be more positive as you will be focusing on what you don’t have less

4.Live Life For You

Make choices for your present and your future. Do not live your life trying to impress or make other people happy. Your life is your own and you do not want to look back and have regrets or

Life is short and you do not want to look back and wish you made choices that made you happier. Having this perspective will help you make choices that are important to you

5.Focus On Yourself

Stop creating realities that do not exist. Stop caring about what people may think about you and their opinions. Stop comparing yourself to other people as they are on their own life journey and no two people's paths are the same.

6.Balance

Mind. Body. Soul.

Look after your general wellbeing so that you can be your best. When you are looking after yourself you will be able to function more effectively and make choices that benefit the changes you are trying to create in your life.

7.Find Your Purpose

Find your life purpose. If you figure out your life purpose you will be able to understand the why behind why you want to change your life and be able to take steps to get there. You will be naturally motivated as you want to be fulfilled in your life. You will be focused on reaching your long term goals and continue to be successful

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So, you have decided that you need to make a change in your life and that you cannot continue living life aimlessly as you have done in the past. The road and journey that you are going to start on to become a better you can seem unclear, overwhelming and can leave you unsure as to where you should start. 

These questions will help you as you begin your self-improvement journey, they will help you to understand yourself better and what you want to achieve by working on yourself. 

1.Am I Fulfilling My Purpose?

It is important to question if you are fulfilling your life purpose. Living a life where you intentionally try to fulfil your life purpose will lead you to feel fulfilled and content as you are doing exactly what you were put on this planet to do. 

2.Am I Happy With My Life?

It is important to evaluate and contemplate whether or not you are happy with your life at the present moment. To move forward and to change your life you need to establish what areas of your life, in particular, you are not happy with so that you can focus on them and make relevant changes to start the journey to happiness. 

3.Am I Reaching My Potential?

You need to look at whether you are doing your best in whatever you put your mind to, if you are setting goals that align with your future and if you are pushing yourself towards these goals. Whether it be a big long-term goal or a smaller short-term goal You need to have an honest conversation with yourself and establish if you are reaching your potential or not. As humans, we are aware when have exhausted our limits and it's important that, to be honest with yourself. 

4.What Does My Dream Life Look Like?

If you are starting a personal development journey you actively want to live a better life and be a better you. It is important to think long term so that you know exactly what you are working towards and so that you can make choices that align with the life you want. By understanding the life that you want you can set goals that will guide your personal development journey.  

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After 4 weeks of posting personal development, wellness, self-improvement and holistic health content I think it is time for YOU to understand and get to know We Who Thrive a tiny bit better!  

The main aim and focus of We Who Thrive is to be - "An inclusive community for individuals looking for personal development and a better lifestyle."

But what does this really mean? As the founder, I want We Who Thrive to be a community where any and everybody can feel at home, included and understood! A place where you can come for personal development, wellness, holistic health, self-improvement, lifestyle and positive inspiration and content. Where you can be a part of a community where you can learn and grow through life's ups and downs! 

As I have started this journey as a Life Coach, building a business and a community – as I grow, I hope we can grow together! 

 I hope you stay awhile or as long as you need. I want to see YOU live a life that brings you happiness, is driven by your purpose and makes you content. I hope that We Who Thrive can help YOU on your personal growth journey as you strive to be the best possible version of yourself! 

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Should I get a Life Coach? How can a Life Coach actually help me? Is it just a waste of money?

These are questions you may have when considering what a life coach can do for you. What you must realise is that a life coach can help you change, shape and succeed in your life.

I'm going to help you understand the process and what you can expect from Life Coaching. Coaches can specialise in various subjects, from spirituality to health or career coaching. So it is important to find a coach which specialises in the area of your life that you want to focus on.

I am a Life Coach that specialises in and focuses on Personal Development and Wellness (Holistic Health). Therefore my approach to helping you would vary in comparison to a coach in a different specialisation. If you want to work with me click here.

There are many different ways that I would help you that would be tailored to your needs but the main focus would be around helping you develop in areas of your life that need attention.

Focus areas may be but are not limited to;

- personal projects

- life goals

- confidence building

- changing your mindset and limiting self-beliefs

- having deeper clarity and understanding for your life purpose - putting yourself first

- setting boundaries - in your professional and personal life

- having better relationships

- a better mindset (mental and emotional state)

- work/life balance

- social life

- money management

- general health and wellness

So one or more of the above listed are areas that you want to improve but what will the process be like?

Open communication is important and your life coach should be a person that you can trust as you will be discussing and divulging information about your personal life. Every session will be focused on discussing your needs, hopes and how to achieve what you want.

With personal development, you most likely will have goals that you want to achieve. Working collaboratively I will help you outline your goals and ensure that they are sustainable. I will ensure that you are also focusing on the future and help you set long term goals aligned to your needs. As a coach who specialises in wellness, I will help you ensure your goals are beneficial to you in every aspect of your life - mind, body and soul.

Sometimes it can be difficult to discover what you want to achieve in your life, what your purpose is and what your why is. These are all areas that I will help you with, I will guide and open conversations about your emotions if necessary. I will help you understand how your emotions are linked directly to these areas.

Once you have greater clarity on what goals you want to achieve I will help you create a clear and concise action plan. The action plan will be tailored towards your long terms goals, with applicable steps along the way with necessary milestones that you will need to achieve. A timeline will be created and can be adjusted as time goes on to ensure you are always working and focusing on the correct areas.

As your life coach, I am a helping hand to you and you must remember that it is a partnership, I will not be doing the hard work for you. You must contribute and put your ideas out there so that I can help you in the right way. I will keep you accountable for the goals that you have decided on. I will also be a voice of reason who will give you constructive feedback. I will be a positive influence who can be in your life for as long as you feel is necessary. As time goes on I can be somebody who you can check in with and I can help you readjust and refocus your attention if your goals have not been achieved or are no longer desired.

If you want to change your life, be more fulfilled, understand your purpose, have clear goals, be well rounded, achieve your desires and live your best possible life. Book a free consultation and start today.

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Are you struggling to feel fulfilled? Do you often wonder why you are here at this moment? Are you struggling with finding peace and happiness in your life? 

The truth is you are most probably struggling to find your purpose and understand your why.

It is difficult to feel fulfilled, have inner peace and be completely happy if you have not identified what your purpose is. Once you identify what your why is and what you believe your purpose is, you can start making choices and have a lifestyle that is directly aligned to your purpose. Ultimately you will be able to achieve your dream life.

It can be frustrating not knowing what your purpose is. Some individuals have a strong sense of what their purpose is from childhood and this normally manifests into the career they pursue and how they choose to live their life. There are various ways to explore what your purpose may be.

1. Explore Your Hobbies & Interests

Dig deeper into your hobbies and interests, things that bring you enjoy. More often than not your hobbies and interests are linked to your purpose, hence why you are naturally pulled to them.

2. Focus On Your Core Values 

Look at what is most important to you - your beliefs. Note what you find unjust and unfair in the world. Understanding your core values can help you understand your purpose and what you really want to spend your time on.

3. Acknowledge Positive Feedback From Those Around You 

What is it that you are continuously complimented on by those around you? More likely than not character traits that are habitual to you are aligned with your why. Whether it be you being naturally patient or calm, these are strong traits that you hold that are meant to be used to fulfil your purpose.

4. Surround Yourself With Positive People

If you are surrounded by other people who are positive and know their why it can have a direct effect on you. Such individuals can help guide and shape your journey as they may have stood in your position before. 

5. Get New Influences

Read, listen to podcasts, join a new community - there are various ways to get new influences. By connecting with new influences you are opening yourself up to new opportunities or interests, that you have not discovered yet. A new interest could lead to you finding your purpose. 

6. Create A Vision Board

As a child or teenager, many of us will remember creating a vision board with all the various things we wanted to do or achieve in our adult life. Create a vision board with all the things you want to achieve now and in the future, hopefully, you will be able to notice trends and it should be able to lead you to similar interests and what you want to do.

Finding your purpose is so important as it can affect so many areas of your life. If you are focused on bettering yourself and having as many meaningful experiences in your life, finding your purpose is essential. At the end of the day, we all have a purpose and are here for a reason whether or not we realise it. 

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So you want to lose weight or get back in shape especially after being at home and eating more after the pandemic but you don’t know where to start. These 10 tips are tips that I learnt throughout my 2-year weightloss journey that I wish I knew sooner.

1. Drink Water

You want to be drinking AT LEAST 2 litres of water a day. Water has so many benefits such as boosting your energy levels, keeping you hydrated and boosting your metabolic rate - which in effect helps you lose weight. Drinking more water will have you feeling balanced and can also satisfy unnecessary hunger.

2. Exercise & Get Active 

You need to be getting exercise daily. Whether it be 10K steps, a 45-minute workout or both. You need to be physically active to burn fat and unfortunately, there is no way to get around it. Plus your body will thank you for looking after it. Take a strength training class, do pilates, skip for 10 minutes or go for a jog. There are so many different ways to get active you don’t have to just go to the gym

3. Get An Accountability Partner

Getting in shape and living an overall healthy lifestyle at times can require discipline, be a challenge and often push your limits. There will be times when you will want to give up for good and this is when having an accountability partner will be the best thing for you. Whether it be a life coach (click here to work with me), a friend or a family member. You will want somebody who you will have to answer to and make you rethink your choices when wanting to fall off the wagon. 

4. Get In A Caloric Deficit  

To lose fat you will HAVE to be in a caloric deficit, it’s science and there is no way around it. You need to be burning more energy than you are consuming. This will mean that you will need to be tracking your meals and your food intake. Using an app such as LifeSum or My Fitness Pal can help to track your calories but be careful not to become fixated on the numbers.

5. You Can Eat Carbs

There is a misconception that you can not eat carbs and your favourite foods. This is a lie. You need to eat everything in moderation. I always advise the 80/20 rule. 80% of the time eat clean and the other 20% can be for the meals and snacks which are tasty but not the healthiest. If you do not satisfy your cravings down the line your cheat meal will most likely turn into a cheat week or month and undo all your hard work.

6. Take It Slow & Steady

You need to understand and accept that it is going to be a journey and not a quick fix. Whether you just want to lose 10lbs or 100lbs you will have good and bad days, days when it is easier and days when it is harder but you need to remain consistent to see long term results. Do not expect anything to happen overnight and trust the process.

7. Your Best Results Will Be In The First Few Months 

You will see the best results in your weight loss journey in the first few weeks and months, as your body is detoxing and you will be losing water weight. After a while, most people plateau and this is when it is easy to lose motivation. This is when you need to keep going regardless of visual results as if you do not you will most likely regain all the weight you have lost and revert to your old habits.

8. It’s A Lifestyle 

You must understand that you are ultimately trying to achieve a better lifestyle and therefore this journey will affect every aspect of your life. Anything worth having does not come easy. You will have to adapt and change habits that you have had for many years to get your desired lifestyle and have general wellness.

9. Listen To Your Body 

It is okay to take breaks. The worst thing you can do is overexert yourself and get an injury. Listen to the signals your body is giving you and always take appropriate action. If you need a few more rest days than usual take them. Remember it isn’t just about getting your physical health in check. Your mental health is just as important and should be seen as a priority.  

10. Do Not Give-Up

You have to fight for your goals and this journey is no different. Never compare your journey to another person as you will never know their struggles and battles. Always try your best and the results will show.

To have your dream body, lose weight or get fit you need to understand that you are going to be trying to achieve a healthier lifestyle which is a long term goal. You are in control of your destiny and do not let anybody discourage you from doing what is best for you. Comment below on how much weight you want to lose and your target timeline.

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