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Cosmetic Surgery and Self-Esteem: why Surgery Alone won’t Transform Your Confidence
The widely accepted narrative that cosmetic surgery is a cure-all for self-esteem and confidence issues has permeated popular culture. This blog post aims to dispel this misconception by delving into the complexities of self-esteem and the limited role that procedures like rhinoplasty, liposuction, or breast augmentation can play in achieving lasting confidence.
The Missing Ingredient in Your Love Life: Building a Relationship with Yourself First
In a landscape where love seems to be dictated by the number of swipes on a screen or 'likes' on a photo, it's easy to forget the most crucial relationship in your life—the one with yourself. While social media and dating apps offer the illusion of endless choices, they don't necessarily provide the key to lasting happiness in love. So, what's the missing link that leads to a fulfilling romantic life? It starts with you and your relationship with yourself.
The Transformative Power of 'What Is': How Mindfulness Turned My Heartbreak Into a Life Lesson
Last September, my return from a year-long New Zealand adventure with our 10-month-old baby was met with a crushing reality: a sudden breakup. The emotional toll was unbearable, and for weeks, I found solace in my grief, enveloped in a narrative that cast my partner as the villain and me as the innocent victim.
The value of coaching for cosmetic surgery patients
Having the opportunity to discuss concerns before surgery is beneficial for my clients as it can help alleviate stress and change how they think about these things. The common concerns I hear from my clients include; worry about who they should tell and how people will react to their surgery, guilt for having elective surgery and spending money on it, and most commonly embarrassment around wanting or needing surgery because of their condition.
The Power of Forgiveness: A Journey to Self-Love and Personal Freedom
Are you quick to let go, or do you find yourself clinging to grudges? When I recently polled the women in my community about their struggles with forgiveness, the feedback was as diverse as you can imagine.
Navigating Life's Big Decisions: The Wisdom-Based Approach to Finding Your Path
Ever feel overwhelmed by life-changing decisions or midlife challenges? You're not alone. The weight of responsibility can be crushing, but here's the good news: decision-making doesn't have to be a solo journey.
From Therapy to Coaching: My Journey to Finding a Fulfilling Career Path"
When I walked out of my last therapy session, I hid my tears behind oversized sunglasses. It wasn't the first time, and it had become a disheartening routine. After 16 weeks, I finally decided: enough was enough. The constant dwelling on an unchangeable past, dissecting memories of a traumatic childhood—it wasn't serving me anymore. So, I took the path of least resistance and ghosted my therapist.
The Game-Changer We All Missed: How a Simple Morning Routine Transformed My Life and Career
In my 40s, I stumbled upon a revelation that, frankly, I'm stunned we don't teach in schools or bring up in dinner table conversations: the unparalleled power of a morning routine. Before you roll your eyes, let me assure you, this isn't just for the yogis or self-help gurus. It's an effective, life-altering practice I wish I'd started decades ago.
From Relationship Addict to Self-Love Guru: My Journey Through Emotional Awakening
You've likely heard the saying, "As within, so without" a wisdom nugget that's become something of a life barometer for me. And let me tell you, it's been eerily accurate, especially when I examine the transformative year I've had in my own romantic relationships.