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To get ready for a new year ahead I like to put the old one to bed with a brief but constructive review. With limited mental energy, we can tend to have an overgeneralised memory which can put a negative slant on our impressions of the past. But if we guide our attention carefully we … Read more
A few months ago, I went through a bit of a dip in my health. As I started pulling out of it and resumed my walks around the block, I noticed that my heart rate alarm was going off a lot more regularly, and even when I slowed down or stopped, it was almost impossible … Read more
Ready for a great year ahead! Last year I shared my process for ending the year constructively and I thought I’d share my answers with you again this year. I hope that it will inspire you to be kind to yourself and find a positive way of looking back so that you’re ready to leave … Read more
Last week I had a wonderful 4-night break in a log cabin with amazing views. Despite being below baseline for 2 weeks before hand, and being rather overwhelmed by the travel day, I had a wonderful time and felt amazingly well. Despite relaxing with a little gentle yoga on arrival and going to bed really … Read more
Spoonies with Purpose podcast episode 3 In this interview, author of the book ‘Relentless: from national champion to physically disabled activist’ talks about her journey from being an incredible achiever to learning to seperate purpose from productivity. You can buy Kates book on Amazon or find out more about her at the following links Goodreads … Read more
How to stop fighting when you have a chronic illness When we fight against chronic illness we waste huge amounts of energy, and yet it’s the most natural thing in the world to want to fight against adversity. The desire to take action to prevent our suffering is programmed into our DNA. In fact, it’s … Read more
A couple of weeks ago, I had an email from Leonie Dawson titled ‘100 things I did in 2021’ and it made me think. As a chronically ill person, whose functioning has be worse than it’s been for years, could I list 100 things I’ve done this year? So I thought I’d try. I can … Read more
The nominations keep rolling in It’s a bit mind blowing that I’ve now been nominated in 7 categories of the WEGO health awards. Thank you so much to all of you who have chosen to recognise my contribution with nominations and endorsements. It feels so nice, if a little uncomfortable. Brought up on a cocktail … Read more
Inspiration and encouragement from the ancients wisdom of Lao Tzu A thousand-mile journey starts with a single step When you have a chronic illness like ME/CFS achieving better health and a more functional life can seem like a thousand-mile journey. For me this quote holds several layers of encouragement and inspiration. Most importantly it encourages … Read more
What if you believed that you had a magical power to heal yourself and create a life that you love? A bit woo woo for you? But just think about it for a moment….. How would that feel in this moment? Wouldn’t your mood be lighter? Wouldn’t you feel more peaceful knowing that you were … Read more
