For my readers who have been asking about my change in diet which I wrote about in November, here is an update. You may recall that I gave up all meat, fish and eggs (had already not eaten dairy food for a long time) and alcohol. This did me me a great boost, though I found that it was not easy to stick to as I am a busy person and often out and about. Over the last week or so, tiredness and the cold had started to get to me and the choice of vegetables (local and in season) were getting rather boring. Also to compensate I was eating far too much carbohydrate; bread...I love toast....fried potatoes and just more in quantity that was good for me.
So I introduced a little more protein in the form of organic eggs and sustainable fish into my diet, also allowing myself some imported vegetables. This seems to have done the trick and my energy level are returning. It seems that even at my age I do need some high quality protein; pulses and nuts just don't always hit the spot! Tofu is another blog...
It makes me wonder how my parents generation managed during the war, when boring food was the only food and they had no choice, plus quantities were always small and nothing was wasted. No wonder most people at that time were at their healthiest.
I am sure that food shortages will return, not because of war I hope but because there are too many people on earth to feed the way we in the west think we should eat. Therefore, when I come across waste it causes a real angst within me. This festive season please don't overbuy, use up leftovers and be thankful, for this bounty cannot last for ever.
Friday, 18 December 2009
Saturday, 12 December 2009
Grandchildren and the passing of time!
My eldest grandchild, James is 20 today. I find this a little disturbing to put it mildly. He is a grown up (has been for a while really) goes to work and leads an interesting and young man about town type of life.
His father Simon was 23 when James was born, I was 21 when I gave birth to Simon. At the other end of the spectrum my daughters children are aged 6 and 2 so these little girls will continue to be children for a good few years yet. In the middle, Simon has another son, now into his early teens who at the moment fits with neither end of children in the family. Fortunately he is well adjusted and has many friends of his own age.
My sister and I are seven years apart and had many years with very little in common and in fact little contact. Then when time evened up our ages we met again, this time on a different level and became the very best of friends. Time changes our response to people of all ages, so if you are having a rough time with family or friends, just give it time.
His father Simon was 23 when James was born, I was 21 when I gave birth to Simon. At the other end of the spectrum my daughters children are aged 6 and 2 so these little girls will continue to be children for a good few years yet. In the middle, Simon has another son, now into his early teens who at the moment fits with neither end of children in the family. Fortunately he is well adjusted and has many friends of his own age.
My sister and I are seven years apart and had many years with very little in common and in fact little contact. Then when time evened up our ages we met again, this time on a different level and became the very best of friends. Time changes our response to people of all ages, so if you are having a rough time with family or friends, just give it time.
Thursday, 3 December 2009
The increase in anxiety as we count down!
Have you noticed that people are becoming more anxious than usual? It seems OK to most people that around this time of the year we build up to the festive season with the frantic round of shopping and parties, in most cases to drop and often succumb to illness during the time off.
Why not make this year different. Do it slower, spend less money and enjoy every day. After all for most people, Christmas or whatever you wish to celebrate during the winter solstice season, is just another day to survive. Think of the homeless, the jobless and children who will receive very little this year. Think of the planet and the waste that we will all be part of.
Let this year be the first one that we can all say "I tried to be a better person" rather than "I want". This very change of emphasis will reduce your anxiety, bring down your blood pressure and save you three weeks of worry.
Why not make this year different. Do it slower, spend less money and enjoy every day. After all for most people, Christmas or whatever you wish to celebrate during the winter solstice season, is just another day to survive. Think of the homeless, the jobless and children who will receive very little this year. Think of the planet and the waste that we will all be part of.
Let this year be the first one that we can all say "I tried to be a better person" rather than "I want". This very change of emphasis will reduce your anxiety, bring down your blood pressure and save you three weeks of worry.
Wednesday, 18 November 2009
Red Roses
I have just received a bunch of roses, red roses and not from a man! It's a late birthday present from an old girl friend, one I don't see much of but one I talk to every few days. We have a great friendship and as we both get older we value this highly.
This is just a reminder that not all friendships depend on face to face contact, coffee round the kitchen table or a bottle of wine over lunch, some long distance onces are just as important though sometimes it needs just a little more focus.
The one thing to remember is to listen. It's a good idea to take on the other persons news first, then have your say, or the temptation is to talk over each other and never 'hear' anything. Communication, that's all it is, but communication with love, patience and commitment.
This is just a reminder that not all friendships depend on face to face contact, coffee round the kitchen table or a bottle of wine over lunch, some long distance onces are just as important though sometimes it needs just a little more focus.
The one thing to remember is to listen. It's a good idea to take on the other persons news first, then have your say, or the temptation is to talk over each other and never 'hear' anything. Communication, that's all it is, but communication with love, patience and commitment.
Saturday, 7 November 2009
Money saving & health promoting!!
Over a few months during the summer, I had started to feel my age a bit (not like me at all) so gradually I took myself in hand. First I cut out all food derived from animals; meat, fish, dairy and eggs (I was buying as much organic as possible) also alcohol which I had already reserved for weekends only. I lost half a stone over about six weeks and started to feel heaps better.
But the best thing is this....I am saving around £100 a month! I live alone with a small dog and my average monthly food bills were approximately £170, mainly due to paying the organic premium for meat and maybe the red wine! My food cost are now around £75 and I live very well. Vegetables and fruits in season are cheap, even the organic ones when I can get them. I eat pulses, my favorite meal is Dahl and rice with vegetables curry, nuts and a small amount of tofu for protein. I have not been a great dairy fan for years as I found it aggravated my lungs and created mucus, so this is no great loss.
Understanding the 'Save the Planet' argument for meat reduction also gives me a feeling of helping out; less pollution, less factory farming, less cruelty and much less additives and chemicals in my diet.
Next project is to get more exercise; may even join a gym again!
If you are interested in finding out more, please contact me....together we could change the world or at least get a bit healthier.
But the best thing is this....I am saving around £100 a month! I live alone with a small dog and my average monthly food bills were approximately £170, mainly due to paying the organic premium for meat and maybe the red wine! My food cost are now around £75 and I live very well. Vegetables and fruits in season are cheap, even the organic ones when I can get them. I eat pulses, my favorite meal is Dahl and rice with vegetables curry, nuts and a small amount of tofu for protein. I have not been a great dairy fan for years as I found it aggravated my lungs and created mucus, so this is no great loss.
Understanding the 'Save the Planet' argument for meat reduction also gives me a feeling of helping out; less pollution, less factory farming, less cruelty and much less additives and chemicals in my diet.
Next project is to get more exercise; may even join a gym again!
If you are interested in finding out more, please contact me....together we could change the world or at least get a bit healthier.
Wednesday, 4 November 2009
Jasper the barking dog
Since the workshop with Gwyneth and learning more about working with animals, I have been doing some surrogate work on Jasper a dog that is walked by my Pet Services friend Emma. He barks constantly and is very naughty and unresponsive.
I have been tapping for him to calm down and to stop him barking at everything, especially horses that pass his home. When this has worked I will start on his other behavioral issues. I will let you know the results as I get them....nothing so far but it's very early days.
To have an impact on animals I feel I should also work with the owners, so if the results are not conclusive I hope to get to see the humans in this equation.
It's quite a strange feeling to find that through EFT my intuition has become heightened, when I 'get into' Jasper I get feelings that belong to him. He sort of tells me how he feels, for instance I can tell that he feels lonely and barking gets him noticed. He feels neglected, as his owners are busy people and he has no companions at home, though for three days a week he is with Emma and lots of other dogs. His routine therefore, is different every day and animals like us, prefer some routine to feel grounded and safe.
We also need to remember that animals have less memory function than we do, have no knowledge of our language and have different survival mechanisms. Having said that, my dog CJ understands everything I say, is totally obedient (given that treats are around) and is flexible with his routine as he is secure that his owner and home are still there to come back to.
When he has been to Emma's for a few days, as I have to go away sometimes, he spends the next two days mostly asleep as being with other dogs is both exhilarating and exhausting!
I have been tapping for him to calm down and to stop him barking at everything, especially horses that pass his home. When this has worked I will start on his other behavioral issues. I will let you know the results as I get them....nothing so far but it's very early days.
To have an impact on animals I feel I should also work with the owners, so if the results are not conclusive I hope to get to see the humans in this equation.
It's quite a strange feeling to find that through EFT my intuition has become heightened, when I 'get into' Jasper I get feelings that belong to him. He sort of tells me how he feels, for instance I can tell that he feels lonely and barking gets him noticed. He feels neglected, as his owners are busy people and he has no companions at home, though for three days a week he is with Emma and lots of other dogs. His routine therefore, is different every day and animals like us, prefer some routine to feel grounded and safe.
We also need to remember that animals have less memory function than we do, have no knowledge of our language and have different survival mechanisms. Having said that, my dog CJ understands everything I say, is totally obedient (given that treats are around) and is flexible with his routine as he is secure that his owner and home are still there to come back to.
When he has been to Emma's for a few days, as I have to go away sometimes, he spends the next two days mostly asleep as being with other dogs is both exhilarating and exhausting!
Thursday, 29 October 2009
New EFT ideas and working with animals
Patricia and I have recently spent a weekend in Ilkley with Gwyneth Moss (EFT Master) doing new stuff and keeping up to date with developments in the EFT world. I love going to Yorkshire anyway as the area is just so beautiful.One of the topics we covered was working with animals and I have always know that some practitioners do this but just never had the belief that I could. So it was a revelation that this works so well and so quickly.
I am now sending leaflets to my pet services pal Emma in the hopes that I can try out my new techniques with some of her more wayward customers, the dogs that is, though I do think working with the owners as well would be a great help. The energy between owner and pet is the link to many behavioral issues and stress in the animal may be the cause of illness just as it for us.
We also did some remarkable stuff with humans which I have been putting into practice with my clients so far this week, they were amazed and I have to say so was I. In fact even after all this time working with EFT I have to say that I am constantly awe struck at what it can do.
Monday, 19 October 2009
It can't be next year yet?
Last week I was sent forms to complete from one of the Holistic Centers where I run workshops. The dates were for the early spring brochure, January to April 2010 and it kind of threw me for a while. With the weather being so kind that week, the clocks not gone back and my November birthday still weeks off, it's hard to start thinking about next year.
I am aware that I should have started my planning when I told everyone else to, but being me I was just too busy, so I had to get a real move on and decide what I wanted to teach and how best I could deliver that teaching.
My weekend therefore was spent trying out concepts, thinking about workshop content and visualizing the delegates. The forms went off this morning by email all filled in and now all I do is wait until the dates I requested are sanctioned, the brochure printed and distributed and people express an interest in my offerings...or not!!
This year, though I had several workshops and courses planned, many were cancelled due to lack of interest. Like many of my friends who are therapists, we have all had a lean time during the recession, so lets hope that now things are more positive, people will feel more comfortable spending a little on their personal development and health. After all, that is the most important thing in life.....but that's only my opinion of course!
I am aware that I should have started my planning when I told everyone else to, but being me I was just too busy, so I had to get a real move on and decide what I wanted to teach and how best I could deliver that teaching.
My weekend therefore was spent trying out concepts, thinking about workshop content and visualizing the delegates. The forms went off this morning by email all filled in and now all I do is wait until the dates I requested are sanctioned, the brochure printed and distributed and people express an interest in my offerings...or not!!
This year, though I had several workshops and courses planned, many were cancelled due to lack of interest. Like many of my friends who are therapists, we have all had a lean time during the recession, so lets hope that now things are more positive, people will feel more comfortable spending a little on their personal development and health. After all, that is the most important thing in life.....but that's only my opinion of course!
Monday, 12 October 2009
The knowledge of age
There may be creases in my face, laughter lines Mum used to call them and my body maybe showing signs of traveling south without asking me first, but life is good. I do have to remind myself sometimes as I am not always in the right place but wow, how good it is when I am.
This a wonderful, sepia tint of my mother when she was about 18, no creases at that time!
There are times when I get down and fed up but I try to accept that it is just how I feel then and that I am OK really...and I do love and accept myself... and I tap. EFT is a calmer, a tool for every day not just for when we think we need it or even remember. The time you most need EFT is when you are stressed and most likely to forget. Tap as a part of life and see what it can do for you.
Friday, 9 October 2009
The closeness of friendship when it's needed most
I have just had a long conversation with an old friend Margaret, who was bereaved last November. This very close family lost a husband, a father and a grandfather and she lost her best friend.
It happens, death and taxes as they say... the only certainty in life. It makes it no less traumatic when it is expected; in this instance John died after fighting cancer for over two years, now my caring friend is left without a person to care for, or one to share her life, so the empty space looms large and a little daunting.
She has her family for support and has been to see cousins in Australia, traveling alone for the first time in her life. She learned to swim, snorkeled on the Great Barrier Reef and drove herself around city's and towns she did not know. She is justifiably very proud of herself.
She called to tell me all about her new life and ask about mine. We shared notes as old friends do, I have not seen her for many years nor do I plan to. Friendship that relies on constant feeding can be tiring and not always a two way trade. This one rests on the knowledge that we are just there; we can just pick up the phone and we as as we were, friends with a shared past, a spiritual connection and hopefully a long future .....so good to know.
We will be there for each other and all our friends providing the best support we can when needed. Just reminded me to be thankful for my wonderful support system of family and friends; thank you all for just being there.
It happens, death and taxes as they say... the only certainty in life. It makes it no less traumatic when it is expected; in this instance John died after fighting cancer for over two years, now my caring friend is left without a person to care for, or one to share her life, so the empty space looms large and a little daunting.
She has her family for support and has been to see cousins in Australia, traveling alone for the first time in her life. She learned to swim, snorkeled on the Great Barrier Reef and drove herself around city's and towns she did not know. She is justifiably very proud of herself.
She called to tell me all about her new life and ask about mine. We shared notes as old friends do, I have not seen her for many years nor do I plan to. Friendship that relies on constant feeding can be tiring and not always a two way trade. This one rests on the knowledge that we are just there; we can just pick up the phone and we as as we were, friends with a shared past, a spiritual connection and hopefully a long future .....so good to know.
We will be there for each other and all our friends providing the best support we can when needed. Just reminded me to be thankful for my wonderful support system of family and friends; thank you all for just being there.
Thursday, 1 October 2009
Changes and more changes!
I am sure that all my readers are aware that change is the only certainty in life!
Well I have just had to change the date for the Carers of Loved ones with Dementia workshop. Had so much interest "Wow what a great idea!" but just not enough people booked in. So instead of this Sunday 4th October it's now Sunday 8th November.This workshop is designed to help take away the uncertainty, pain and grief that carers experience when a family member or close friend slides remorselessly into dementia of any kind.
Tomorrow the 2nd October is my wedding anniversary and I will celebrate with my husband, knowing that it means nothing to him as he fixates on the tissue in his hands, folding it ever smaller, unfolding and refolding it.
I will choose to
remember the best of the 25 years we have shared and tell him stories about the good times; the children, grandchildren, sailing and narrow boating that he loved so much.By remaining busy, seeing two clients, lunching with a girl friend (always good for a giggle) as well as spending an hour or so with Peter, will mark the day for me in a very positive way....as I flow with my ever changing life.
Embrace the changes, roll with punches and laugh as much as you can.
Friday, 25 September 2009
Another week gone!
I can't believe how fast life is traveling. Friday already and next week is almost booked up with clients for EFT and even some for accounts and business mentoring. I love the variety of work that I do but it makes for anxious moments when I forget a persons name.
This morning I attended, briefly, a McMillan coffee morning being run by my Forever Living friends and forgot one of the girls names...it just would not come and I know her so well. This could be my age of course or maybe just so much to do.
My EFT therapy work is going very well and I am working on a half day workshop for 'The Gathering' in Ilkley at the and of January. This was well attended last year where I did a one hour presentation, this time a little longer so I need to get my head in gear. The details are needed now to go on the web site. I will let you know more about this when the site is functioning.
As you may know I do a considerable amount of work with relationships and families, so that is what the workshop will be based on. It's more about hearing each other, listening to the 'Story' that we all tell and caring enough not to make judgments but to learn loving strategies to cope with life's ups and downs.
This morning I attended, briefly, a McMillan coffee morning being run by my Forever Living friends and forgot one of the girls names...it just would not come and I know her so well. This could be my age of course or maybe just so much to do.
My EFT therapy work is going very well and I am working on a half day workshop for 'The Gathering' in Ilkley at the and of January. This was well attended last year where I did a one hour presentation, this time a little longer so I need to get my head in gear. The details are needed now to go on the web site. I will let you know more about this when the site is functioning.
As you may know I do a considerable amount of work with relationships and families, so that is what the workshop will be based on. It's more about hearing each other, listening to the 'Story' that we all tell and caring enough not to make judgments but to learn loving strategies to cope with life's ups and downs.
Monday, 7 September 2009
Internal anger and pain
In my daily life I take my dog out for a walk early in the morning then again, when I am working at home, about 10.30 for a real walk. Often we meet a man and his dog, he is maybe in his late 60's and over the years we have always stopped to chat. Should I say HE has always chatted; chatted is the wrong word, he talks at me.
I call him Mr Actually, as he has an actual wife, the actual plumber, the actual rain!!! He also is the most depressing person to be around, constantly moaning. He has such internal pain and anger it seems to consume him, this of course makes more pain. Yesterday he moaned about the weather, "It's cold now and will rain" he said (At the time it was warm and dry). I suggested that we were having a nice day......."Why are you so lucky?" he said. More of this in the next Newsletter.
There are many people who find it difficult to listen, they are filled with 'Their Story' and are identified by it. If you have an uplifting story then please share it, if your life is depressing and you feel unloved, unlucky and beset with problems then the best remedy is to be quite and listen. Listen to the real inner voice and not the constant chattering that your story makes.
Find a way to learn EFT and lift your spirits, have a new perspective on life and move into loving yourself and every moment as it comes. Acceptance, love and forgiveness are the three main stepping stones to a happy and joyful life.
Have a happy day!
I call him Mr Actually, as he has an actual wife, the actual plumber, the actual rain!!! He also is the most depressing person to be around, constantly moaning. He has such internal pain and anger it seems to consume him, this of course makes more pain. Yesterday he moaned about the weather, "It's cold now and will rain" he said (At the time it was warm and dry). I suggested that we were having a nice day......."Why are you so lucky?" he said. More of this in the next Newsletter.
There are many people who find it difficult to listen, they are filled with 'Their Story' and are identified by it. If you have an uplifting story then please share it, if your life is depressing and you feel unloved, unlucky and beset with problems then the best remedy is to be quite and listen. Listen to the real inner voice and not the constant chattering that your story makes.
Find a way to learn EFT and lift your spirits, have a new perspective on life and move into loving yourself and every moment as it comes. Acceptance, love and forgiveness are the three main stepping stones to a happy and joyful life.
Have a happy day!
Friday, 4 September 2009
New Working Year
I attended the launch of Tewkesbury 4 Networking breakfast meeting on Wednesday this week. It was well attended with familiar and new faces; one guy, our local printer said 'Happy New Year...now the children are going back to school and that holidays have been taken or booked, there is a window of opportunity in which to work hard and move your business forward'.
How right he is, I hear on the radio that 'Christmas' is already on sale in department stores all over the county! Pleeeease... give me a break....another year will go quickly enough.
My therapy business is really busy again, I think people are sick of the recession and are spending on their health. There is an underlying need to feel well and happy so they try EFT rather than drugs; quite right too. I am running a workshop on the 4th October for 'Carers of loved ones with Dementia' you will be aware that I have intimate knowledge in this area, so please get in touch if you are interested in taking part in this one or those to follow around the country.
This next few months I am also gearing up my business 2 business company, with more coaching and EFT of course and even some special cost saving solutions for cash strapped businesses in my area. So much to do, so little time....well it keeps me young!
Wish me luck for the New Business Year...it's still ages until Christmas.
How right he is, I hear on the radio that 'Christmas' is already on sale in department stores all over the county! Pleeeease... give me a break....another year will go quickly enough.
My therapy business is really busy again, I think people are sick of the recession and are spending on their health. There is an underlying need to feel well and happy so they try EFT rather than drugs; quite right too. I am running a workshop on the 4th October for 'Carers of loved ones with Dementia' you will be aware that I have intimate knowledge in this area, so please get in touch if you are interested in taking part in this one or those to follow around the country.
This next few months I am also gearing up my business 2 business company, with more coaching and EFT of course and even some special cost saving solutions for cash strapped businesses in my area. So much to do, so little time....well it keeps me young!
Wish me luck for the New Business Year...it's still ages until Christmas.
Tuesday, 1 September 2009
Family Weekend
I have just had a lovely weekend with my family. All three of my children in the same place at the same time, unusual for us as one of my sons lives in Thailand. We also got all but one of the grandchildren together for a day at Heaver Castle in Kent. Quite splendid with loads of Tudor history that I would like to read up about, in fact I may go back when I am on my own as touring a castle with a six year old and a two year old was fast...!!!
The reason we were all together really was for the birthday party of the 6 year old...and a very special day on Saturday when she had her friends round for tea in the garden.
It's a good feeling to know that the generations are growing up, the only trouble is that it makes me realise that time passes all too quickly and I have so much more that I want to do, so I must get on and do it...!!!
Sunday, 23 August 2009
The River Severn and the Bore!
This is amazing, the river just flows up stream and the power is awesome. Matt my son from Thailand was staying with me for a few days and on Saturday morning we drove to a good view point and watched the river and the surfers! Apparently this Bore was not as good as expected and the surfers were a little disappointed, never mind there is another one today and every month, so they get lots of tries at it...!!
Wednesday, 19 August 2009
More on dementia
I was looking after the client with vascular dementia in North Wales again last week and feel so much for the family watching the deterioration of their Mother. Having been through that loss myself and now with my husband, I understand maybe more than most.
Due to that I am running a workshop in October, 'For Carers of Loved Ones with Dementia' check out the web site for more details and if you are, or know somebody who is interested, please contact me as I hope to take this workshop around the country next year. It's not just about how to help the loved one cope but about the changes you will find in yourself as a carer or family member.
We all learn by taking note of what life throws at us; how we deal with it makes us the person we are,learning how to change, accept and still be happy is the key.
Due to that I am running a workshop in October, 'For Carers of Loved Ones with Dementia' check out the web site for more details and if you are, or know somebody who is interested, please contact me as I hope to take this workshop around the country next year. It's not just about how to help the loved one cope but about the changes you will find in yourself as a carer or family member.
We all learn by taking note of what life throws at us; how we deal with it makes us the person we are,learning how to change, accept and still be happy is the key.
Sunday, 9 August 2009
Saturday Lunch near Hereford
I spend a lovely day yesterday, with my dog CJ taking a trip to visit Patricia who is working near Hereford. The lady she is with is lovely, as is her home and garden. The view from the front room is so tranquil and as Pat tells you in her Blog, the area takes us both back to our childhood.
After lunch we took a stroll around the extended village and I almost expected to see great farm horses pulling hay wagons..!
Patrica and I are both a little overweight so we are working on our 'Fat Cells' using EFT. "Even though I have more fat than my body needs I love and accept myself", then we tap on,"I release my excess fat cells as I have no need for you any more", "I have no need for the protection of excess fat cells". Will keep you posted; I will also try to eat less and exercise more and stick to my mostly alkaline diet. At 9st I am not overweight,just uncomfortable in my clothes, I am also very aware that the fat I can see is not the only fat and there will be more around my vital organs....don't want that!
On my way to Hereford I had a client family to see at Prestberries in Maismore, just north of Gloucester. This was a case of bereavement, but one that happened quite some time ago and the family left behind were still having serious issues. It was so good that EFT could help them, all three, within an hour. If you are still skeptical of the effectiveness of this technique, get to see a decent practitioner..you will be amazed, I still am!.
After lunch we took a stroll around the extended village and I almost expected to see great farm horses pulling hay wagons..!
Patrica and I are both a little overweight so we are working on our 'Fat Cells' using EFT. "Even though I have more fat than my body needs I love and accept myself", then we tap on,"I release my excess fat cells as I have no need for you any more", "I have no need for the protection of excess fat cells". Will keep you posted; I will also try to eat less and exercise more and stick to my mostly alkaline diet. At 9st I am not overweight,just uncomfortable in my clothes, I am also very aware that the fat I can see is not the only fat and there will be more around my vital organs....don't want that!
On my way to Hereford I had a client family to see at Prestberries in Maismore, just north of Gloucester. This was a case of bereavement, but one that happened quite some time ago and the family left behind were still having serious issues. It was so good that EFT could help them, all three, within an hour. If you are still skeptical of the effectiveness of this technique, get to see a decent practitioner..you will be amazed, I still am!.
Wednesday, 29 July 2009
Summer!!
Just heard on the news today that we are not due any heat waves this year, well not after the one we have already been through of course. That's a real shame as my youngest son will be coming to the UK on a visit and as he is already not keen on the place. the weather just makes it worst for him.
Matt lives in Thailand and has an interesting and warm existence, here is not and I know that when he has 'done the rounds' of family and friends he will be very happy to go back 'home'. I miss him greatly. I have easy access to my other grown up children and their families and love watching my grandchildren grow into adults, the eldest is nearly 20 and the youngest just turned 2.
This is a fact of life and I am not alone having family overseas. We know that they are OK and happy and thank God for technology that keeps us all connected.
Matt was on Messenger this morning so we had a chat, not quite a voice chat but a decent conversation. I will see him soon, for just a short while.
Matt lives in Thailand and has an interesting and warm existence, here is not and I know that when he has 'done the rounds' of family and friends he will be very happy to go back 'home'. I miss him greatly. I have easy access to my other grown up children and their families and love watching my grandchildren grow into adults, the eldest is nearly 20 and the youngest just turned 2.
This is a fact of life and I am not alone having family overseas. We know that they are OK and happy and thank God for technology that keeps us all connected.
Matt was on Messenger this morning so we had a chat, not quite a voice chat but a decent conversation. I will see him soon, for just a short while.
Wednesday, 22 July 2009
Portfolio Working & The Law of Attraction
I had tea with an old friend last week and we talked about this current trend for multiple income streams that we both subscribe to. When I think about it I, it's many, many years since I had a 'proper job' 9 to 5 and nothing else to bring in money.
In common with many in the natural therapy businesses, when times are a little lean we need to know that the essentials are covered and I have other areas of expertise that I can utilize. In the past I was an Accountant so keep a few small business clients, I coach business people so have one client that I am seeing again, I run my Forever Living business and of course see personal EFT and therapy clients. Now, on top if this I am working as a carer for about one week a month and maybe, just maybe getting too busy!! How's that for planning in a recession.
Patricia has recently talked in her Blog about the 'Law of Attraction' and as we both have some of the same limiting beliefs, I agree with her about shifting the big one; why does this not work for me?
I seem to recall that part of this is about making stuff happen. As life coaches we know and teach that after setting the goals, working out the how to, the next step is the doing. If planning is not followed up by action the law of attraction has nowhere to 'make and send' what you have asked for.
Like a wish to lose weight, doing what you always did is unlikely to get you there. It means changing habits, eating less and exercising more. In other words, taking action. As we are human 'beings' we also know that we need to visualize how we are (when all goals are reached) so in this case already know that you are slim and healthy. Follow the Be, Do, Have principal, so wonderfully written about by Neale Donald Walsch in his 'Conversations with God' books.
When we need money we need to 'know' that we are already safe and have enough. (Tap for this if you find it unacceptable). When we know we have enough, there will be more, so that our goals and dreams are constantly met. Keep expanding your dreams...there is enough for everyone.
Just don't forget that 'doing' is also important and even when you 'have' there is ever more and not just for yourself.
In common with many in the natural therapy businesses, when times are a little lean we need to know that the essentials are covered and I have other areas of expertise that I can utilize. In the past I was an Accountant so keep a few small business clients, I coach business people so have one client that I am seeing again, I run my Forever Living business and of course see personal EFT and therapy clients. Now, on top if this I am working as a carer for about one week a month and maybe, just maybe getting too busy!! How's that for planning in a recession.
Patricia has recently talked in her Blog about the 'Law of Attraction' and as we both have some of the same limiting beliefs, I agree with her about shifting the big one; why does this not work for me?
I seem to recall that part of this is about making stuff happen. As life coaches we know and teach that after setting the goals, working out the how to, the next step is the doing. If planning is not followed up by action the law of attraction has nowhere to 'make and send' what you have asked for.
Like a wish to lose weight, doing what you always did is unlikely to get you there. It means changing habits, eating less and exercising more. In other words, taking action. As we are human 'beings' we also know that we need to visualize how we are (when all goals are reached) so in this case already know that you are slim and healthy. Follow the Be, Do, Have principal, so wonderfully written about by Neale Donald Walsch in his 'Conversations with God' books.
When we need money we need to 'know' that we are already safe and have enough. (Tap for this if you find it unacceptable). When we know we have enough, there will be more, so that our goals and dreams are constantly met. Keep expanding your dreams...there is enough for everyone.
Just don't forget that 'doing' is also important and even when you 'have' there is ever more and not just for yourself.
Saturday, 18 July 2009
Constant Learning
I am often staggered by the awareness that I am still learning about me; my reactions and perceptions, my values and beliefs. I know that we change all the time and rolling with the changes is an important lesson to learn in it's self.
My new 'lesson' and one I have been trying to get hold of for many years, is the ability to say no and pace myself. For instance, a potential client called me yesterday and asked to see me urgently. I had some free time in the afternoon and would normally have scheduled her in to that slot....but I was tired and I would have been unable to give of my best so I explained that I was already booked up and gave her a slot for the following week.
Just saying 'no' was liberating and I am sure when the client comes to see me I will be on top form and she will get the benefit.
The moral of this little story is that we all need space and time to reflect and we do not have to cram everything in at once. Stop and smell the roses..!!!
My new 'lesson' and one I have been trying to get hold of for many years, is the ability to say no and pace myself. For instance, a potential client called me yesterday and asked to see me urgently. I had some free time in the afternoon and would normally have scheduled her in to that slot....but I was tired and I would have been unable to give of my best so I explained that I was already booked up and gave her a slot for the following week.
Just saying 'no' was liberating and I am sure when the client comes to see me I will be on top form and she will get the benefit.
The moral of this little story is that we all need space and time to reflect and we do not have to cram everything in at once. Stop and smell the roses..!!!
Sunday, 5 July 2009
My dog CJ got a First Prize!!
I was at our local village fete yesterday with my Forever Living Aloe Vera products and a health and well-being stand. There was a dog show going on and my friend Emma suggested that CJ be entered into the 'Veterans' class. He is 12ish, not really sure as he is a rescue dog but I have had him for over 10 years and the vet reckoned his was about 2 when he came to us. It's his first time at a show and was so well behaved, even when the judge checked his teeth in order to make sure he really was the age we said.
Emmas son Thomas took charge of CJ in the show ring as I was busy on my stand and when he came back with a red rosette and a large bag of dog food as a prize I was extactic. He is such a lovely companion and even though he developed arthritis a year or so ago, this is kept under control with a daily dose of Forever Freedom Aloe gel in his food. It also keeps his coat in lovely condition, his eyes bright and a spring in his step.
Now to get on with mowing the green stuff that passes for grass at a distance, before we get any rain and CJ can have a well earned rest.
Saturday, 4 July 2009
Change of work
I have just had a few days in North Wales working as a carer for an elderly lady with dementia and other problems. This a job that Patricia has been doing as she has been a carer for many years and we overlapped on this one which was great. I have never worked with my sister in this context and learned from her greater experience.
It seems strange that I can be paid to care for a person I don't know, but not to care for my own husband. His carer is paid very well, but the money was not available to me.
Doing this work is helpful for my bank balance right now as the recession is hurting me just like everyone. It seems that clients who would normally spend money on clearing their emotional issues with me and EFT are holding back, this is the same for the workshops that I facilitate. Had to cancel another one this weekend as only one person had booked and it's not possible to do it unless I have 4 or more.
Well, I know things will get better, change is constant so life moves on. Doing a local Fete this afternoon, promoting my Aloe Vera products, EFT and health and well being. The weather is hot, just hope the promised storms keep at bay until 6 o' clock anyway!!
It seems strange that I can be paid to care for a person I don't know, but not to care for my own husband. His carer is paid very well, but the money was not available to me.
Doing this work is helpful for my bank balance right now as the recession is hurting me just like everyone. It seems that clients who would normally spend money on clearing their emotional issues with me and EFT are holding back, this is the same for the workshops that I facilitate. Had to cancel another one this weekend as only one person had booked and it's not possible to do it unless I have 4 or more.
Well, I know things will get better, change is constant so life moves on. Doing a local Fete this afternoon, promoting my Aloe Vera products, EFT and health and well being. The weather is hot, just hope the promised storms keep at bay until 6 o' clock anyway!!
Sunday, 28 June 2009
Early start on hot summer days
Yes it's hot...very hot and my body is not quite sure it's a good thing. Yeterday I did some work in the garden and it looks lovely but it was too hot for me to finish. So this morning I was up and in the garden by 7am, having already done my Yoga and walked the dog!! Yes I know, I will need a rest later, under the sun shade with a good book I hope.
Makes me wonder if we are able to take real advantage of our climate. It's not like it will be hot day after day as it is in some parts of the world. We get variety and in each weather condition we need to find something to love. I love the rain and even though I would rather it not be today, it's lovely when it comes....just like the sun and it's intensity at the end of June.
Its Sunday and I have a client this afternoon,this is not a regular occurance but I try to fit people in when they can make it. It's a young child today, so his Mother can sit in the shade with a cold drink and take a little time for herself.
Makes me wonder if we are able to take real advantage of our climate. It's not like it will be hot day after day as it is in some parts of the world. We get variety and in each weather condition we need to find something to love. I love the rain and even though I would rather it not be today, it's lovely when it comes....just like the sun and it's intensity at the end of June.
Its Sunday and I have a client this afternoon,this is not a regular occurance but I try to fit people in when they can make it. It's a young child today, so his Mother can sit in the shade with a cold drink and take a little time for herself.
Sunday, 21 June 2009
Another job off the list!
On Friday I completed my accounts, filled in my tax return and heaved a sigh of relief!! I know this should not be a problem for me (many years as an accountant) but when I do other peoples accounts I get paid, when I do mine it's a chore!
How long do we procrastinate about doing things? How much energy does this procrastination take? How much easier then to make the time and JUST DO IT!!!
Yes I know, I can tap for that. I have to clear the decks of long stjavascript:void(0)anding 'stuff to do', business is picking up all round and soon I will have more work than I can handle.
I spent yesterday at Cheltenham Race Course attending a convention for Forever Freedom products. This is one of my businesses which fits so well with my ethos of natural, chemical free products for a natural chemical free life (or as much as we can). It is also a business opportunity as health and well being is the fastest growing area in all economies. Many people are now disillusioned with the medical and pharmaceutical fraternity and are looking for natural alternatives.
Well I am all fired up so anyone needing any information, you know who to call.
Health and wealth to you all.
How long do we procrastinate about doing things? How much energy does this procrastination take? How much easier then to make the time and JUST DO IT!!!
Yes I know, I can tap for that. I have to clear the decks of long stjavascript:void(0)anding 'stuff to do', business is picking up all round and soon I will have more work than I can handle.
I spent yesterday at Cheltenham Race Course attending a convention for Forever Freedom products. This is one of my businesses which fits so well with my ethos of natural, chemical free products for a natural chemical free life (or as much as we can). It is also a business opportunity as health and well being is the fastest growing area in all economies. Many people are now disillusioned with the medical and pharmaceutical fraternity and are looking for natural alternatives.
Well I am all fired up so anyone needing any information, you know who to call.
Health and wealth to you all.
Friday, 12 June 2009
Another Month another newsletter
A few weeks ago Patricia and I decided that our two weekly newsletter should change to just one a month; partly because we are increasingly busy and it is a time consuming activity, but also we have both got huge writing projects on the go.
Patricia is writing a book on using EFT for the caring professionals and the thousands of unsung hero's who care for relatives and friends with little recognition or support. I am also half way through a series of articles on EFT for relationships which, if I have enough material, may make a small book and on the other hand I am writing a novel....!! Not as auspicious maybe by just as important to me as it started with the most vivid dream I can ever remember.
I try to write down my dreams but mostly as soon as I wake they disappear, like gossamer threads on an autumn morning.
Today is Newsletter Day and though now I have it prepared, I am thinking of using a more up to date and technological system to mail it....wait and see what happens ....or not!
Patricia is writing a book on using EFT for the caring professionals and the thousands of unsung hero's who care for relatives and friends with little recognition or support. I am also half way through a series of articles on EFT for relationships which, if I have enough material, may make a small book and on the other hand I am writing a novel....!! Not as auspicious maybe by just as important to me as it started with the most vivid dream I can ever remember.
I try to write down my dreams but mostly as soon as I wake they disappear, like gossamer threads on an autumn morning.
Today is Newsletter Day and though now I have it prepared, I am thinking of using a more up to date and technological system to mail it....wait and see what happens ....or not!
Wednesday, 10 June 2009
The passing of time
Just had a few days with my daughter and her two little girls. The youngest was 2 years old on Saturday and the speed of life and learning takes my breath away.
From trying to force odd shaped bricks into the right holes in a tub one day to saying "Square, triangle, round and star"and getting them right the next!
I think all adults should spend time with young children, even if they have none in their own family, just to re connect with the story of life. Dwelling only on your own time frame is limiting, try looking at life from the aspect of a mere beginner; maybe that will make sense of time passing and the reality of life for the rest of your time and your perpetual growth.
If we cease to grow, learn and expand our thinking we may as well just give up. The joy in life is the unexpected, the new experiences and new people to love, especially the little ones.
From trying to force odd shaped bricks into the right holes in a tub one day to saying "Square, triangle, round and star"and getting them right the next!
I think all adults should spend time with young children, even if they have none in their own family, just to re connect with the story of life. Dwelling only on your own time frame is limiting, try looking at life from the aspect of a mere beginner; maybe that will make sense of time passing and the reality of life for the rest of your time and your perpetual growth.
If we cease to grow, learn and expand our thinking we may as well just give up. The joy in life is the unexpected, the new experiences and new people to love, especially the little ones.
Friday, 5 June 2009
Changes
Well it's all change again...the weather is cooler and rain is on the way. It seem that my business is getting underway again, many clients coming back for more sessions and a couple of new clients!!
After weeks of 'drought' it's changing and for the better.
We all have to cope with changes, life's like that. When we learn the copings mechanisms that help us the move and accept the changes, we will find that we can go with the flow.
God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; the courage to change the things I can; and the wisdom to know the difference. ...
Have a good weekend and tap for the serenity to accept the changes that life throws at you!!
After weeks of 'drought' it's changing and for the better.
We all have to cope with changes, life's like that. When we learn the copings mechanisms that help us the move and accept the changes, we will find that we can go with the flow.
God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; the courage to change the things I can; and the wisdom to know the difference. ...
Have a good weekend and tap for the serenity to accept the changes that life throws at you!!
Monday, 1 June 2009
Summer is here
What a wonderful few days we are having. Summer is officially here and it's hot. My garden is lovely, the vegetables are growing well and I am getting lot's of excercise watering the old fashiond way with an outside tap and a watering can. Maybe I should get a hose...!!!
Just been reading Patricia's blog and having sent my particulars to the same agency she works for, I too am hoping to do care work again.
After her little encounter with the emergency services I hope I don't have to face up to that just yet a while. Fortunatly EFT will help get me through any bad patches.....!!
I am sure most readers will understand that working as a therapist in a recession does not increase the bank balance very much . So it's onward and upwards to find a part time job that will help to pay the bills.
Just been reading Patricia's blog and having sent my particulars to the same agency she works for, I too am hoping to do care work again.
After her little encounter with the emergency services I hope I don't have to face up to that just yet a while. Fortunatly EFT will help get me through any bad patches.....!!
I am sure most readers will understand that working as a therapist in a recession does not increase the bank balance very much . So it's onward and upwards to find a part time job that will help to pay the bills.
Wednesday, 27 May 2009
Back to normal
Back to normal again, whatever normal is! I have had a great holiday with Patricia in Cornwall, (Picture of Pat Mullion Cove on a windy day) got my lovely little car back from the menders and my hire car has been repatriated to the garage.
Now to get myself geared up for the next few workshops and contact clients who are waiting for 1-2-1 sessions. This and other work that I do, makes me feel more 'normal' but there is a strange tension in the air and an unwillingness on my part, to just get on with it.
I think we are all suffering from lack of normality. It's already nearly the end of May, this recession is still with us, giving uncertainty and stress. There seems no real signs of life getting better any time soon, so we have all gone into a holding pattern of limiting spending and generally being careful. Of course this is not the way to live life, only exist, but with less money for many, this is or has become the normal pattern.
As for me, I tap for the lack of direction that I feel, tap for the energy I need to move on and ask the Universe to provide stability for everyone again. This is not impossible if we all do it, but we also have to take action; the Universe is not a person to whom we talk, it's energy that we can use for the greater good. Make things happen by expecting good things to come into your life and if we all do that, things will change for the better.
Maybe the old normality will never return, I hope that a new 'normal' will be better.
Saturday, 9 May 2009
The bump!
Yesterday my car and I got a shock! We were bumped at the rear and what a day it turned out to be.
I was just on my way, driving from one meeting to the next and indicating to turn right when I was hit from behind. The poor lady in the other car was more shaken than I was and reckon her car is a write off. Loads of tapping for the trauma and I was able to cope with both of us.
The rest of the day was taken up by organizing a hire car and getting mine to the repairer next week.
It's at times like this you know who your friends are; thanks go to Hazel, a cup of coffee and a chocolate biscuit at hers and I was able to calm down. Then John who called in during the evening...just to make sure I was OK, (who caught me in my PJ's!) ...thanks to you as well.
This morning I feel a little battered...but I will be fine.
I was just on my way, driving from one meeting to the next and indicating to turn right when I was hit from behind. The poor lady in the other car was more shaken than I was and reckon her car is a write off. Loads of tapping for the trauma and I was able to cope with both of us.
The rest of the day was taken up by organizing a hire car and getting mine to the repairer next week.
It's at times like this you know who your friends are; thanks go to Hazel, a cup of coffee and a chocolate biscuit at hers and I was able to calm down. Then John who called in during the evening...just to make sure I was OK, (who caught me in my PJ's!) ...thanks to you as well.
This morning I feel a little battered...but I will be fine.
Monday, 20 April 2009
Motivation to just keep going
This morning on the news there is talk about 'Green shoots of recovery'. Well that may be a while off yet but it gives heart to us all.
I have just been writing an article for the WHO2 newsletter on motivation and keeping going during the tough times. I know it can be difficult for me and I am OK on the personal motivation front.....so how do others cope? Maybe we should ask, it's not about money it's all about caring and sharing.
I problem shared is a problem halved. Just do it!!
I have just been writing an article for the WHO2 newsletter on motivation and keeping going during the tough times. I know it can be difficult for me and I am OK on the personal motivation front.....so how do others cope? Maybe we should ask, it's not about money it's all about caring and sharing.
I problem shared is a problem halved. Just do it!!
Friday, 3 April 2009
New ventures for 2009
I am working on a joint venture to create courses for redundant people who are over 50 and have little hope of getting a job in this current economic climate. It's a departure for me as part of the course is all about e-commerce and getting your computer to earn money for you!! I am out of my depth but luckily Howard (my collaborator) is not! Between us we can deliver the skills needed to set up in business, take care of the personal and emotional issues of self-employment and get to have income whilst working from home.
This is also valid for many others who wish to take up this type of work, so the courses are open to all but we hope to start work with local companies in the first instance who are having to make so many people redundant.
This is also valid for many others who wish to take up this type of work, so the courses are open to all but we hope to start work with local companies in the first instance who are having to make so many people redundant.
Friday, 20 March 2009
Slimming down for summer!
I have been taking myself in hand recently. Somehow I had accumulated fat over the winter, through my hibernation (I thought you lost fat in hibernation, maybe I just ate too much). Then I realised that I never eat too much, so why was I putting on weight, especially around my middle.
On my book shelf I have a book called 'Fat around the middle' by Dr Marilyn Glenville, I have read it before and ignored the advice, mainly because I would have to give up coffee and red wine...!! A step too far. So now I re read it, took the advice and my fat is diminishing...rapidly.
I am getting used to herbals tea's and water again and have no longing for wine, chocolate or sweet things. I am eating a healthy, mainly raw diet and have gone back to being a vegetarian, though this is not in the book. As a nutritionist I know when I am well and right now I am in peak condition or at least well on the way.
After find this book I also found 'The PH Miracle' about eating more alkalising foods, this is the other strand to losing fat and gaining health. I feel great!!
On my book shelf I have a book called 'Fat around the middle' by Dr Marilyn Glenville, I have read it before and ignored the advice, mainly because I would have to give up coffee and red wine...!! A step too far. So now I re read it, took the advice and my fat is diminishing...rapidly.
I am getting used to herbals tea's and water again and have no longing for wine, chocolate or sweet things. I am eating a healthy, mainly raw diet and have gone back to being a vegetarian, though this is not in the book. As a nutritionist I know when I am well and right now I am in peak condition or at least well on the way.
After find this book I also found 'The PH Miracle' about eating more alkalising foods, this is the other strand to losing fat and gaining health. I feel great!!
Sunday, 8 March 2009
The EFT Clinic
I ran an EFT clinic yesterday in Cheltenham and in the short space of two and half hours, covered topics like anxiety, chronic pain, persistent migraine, compulsive eating. ME and addictions! Quite a list and not unusual as we all have issues that need sorting.....including me.
Each person got a fifteen to twenty minute slot to go through their own problem with me and the rest of the delegates were able to tap along and 'borrow the benefits' , in fact by the time that last person came to sit with me their problem had already diminished....!
These short open clinics are a great way to see EFT in practice and experience the power of the therapy, get an understanding of what it can do for you and then you can make the choice of taking it further with more training or 1-2-1 sessions.
Check out the web site and book onto the next one...
Each person got a fifteen to twenty minute slot to go through their own problem with me and the rest of the delegates were able to tap along and 'borrow the benefits' , in fact by the time that last person came to sit with me their problem had already diminished....!
These short open clinics are a great way to see EFT in practice and experience the power of the therapy, get an understanding of what it can do for you and then you can make the choice of taking it further with more training or 1-2-1 sessions.
Check out the web site and book onto the next one...
Wednesday, 4 March 2009
The mice have departed!
At long last there are no more traces of mice, they have departed this B&B and I hope they will not return! I am going to have to be really careful about cleaning out the cupboards in the kitchen, I think that's where they got in, fortunately it's only storage and tinned food so no real damage to health. It is just amazing that a mouse can squeeze though a gap no larger than a pencil..!! I consider life is too short to be constantly cleaning, once a week is usually enough, maybe I am wrong.
Not sure that the EFT I did made them go but you never know and Gary always says, "try it on everything".
I am working on a presentation on 'Health and Well Being in the Work Place' right now and as Patricia is home I hope she will write the next newsletter article...due this Sunday!!
Not sure that the EFT I did made them go but you never know and Gary always says, "try it on everything".
I am working on a presentation on 'Health and Well Being in the Work Place' right now and as Patricia is home I hope she will write the next newsletter article...due this Sunday!!
Tuesday, 24 February 2009
A feeling of spring in the air
It's so good to see the days are longer, the light is brighter and on occasion there is sun shine. The birds that I hear on my morning walk are getting louder so I reckon they too are thinking of spring.
Had a nasty surprise recently as I appeared to have a mouse to two using my place as a warm and comfy B&B. Never has my place been so clean....spring cleaned everywhere, even tried EFT...and then today found more evidence.
After having spent time and effort, not to mention an electrical gadget that sends out sound waves, they are still here...I may just borrow my neighbours cat!
Had a nasty surprise recently as I appeared to have a mouse to two using my place as a warm and comfy B&B. Never has my place been so clean....spring cleaned everywhere, even tried EFT...and then today found more evidence.
After having spent time and effort, not to mention an electrical gadget that sends out sound waves, they are still here...I may just borrow my neighbours cat!
Monday, 16 February 2009
Be Happy on Monday Mornings
I remember when I was an employee, many years ago now, that come Sunday evening and on Monday morning I would have a sinking feeling in my stomach, I would start the day with dread. Even though I enjoyed what I did, it was coping with the constant stress, other peoples problems and my own unfulfilled dreams and desires.
Not had that feeling now for over 20 years, though that is not to say that running your own business is not stressful. At this time in the economy money is short and clients are few so I plan for the upturn and just keep going. Helping others though their traumas and illnesses is more rewarding than anything else in the world.
Not had that feeling now for over 20 years, though that is not to say that running your own business is not stressful. At this time in the economy money is short and clients are few so I plan for the upturn and just keep going. Helping others though their traumas and illnesses is more rewarding than anything else in the world.
Friday, 13 February 2009
Friday 13th
Just been reading Pat's blog and she is now looking towards the end of her fantastic trip. It will good to see her again, maybe I will go up to stay over Easter..if she asks me!
Today is just another day and I am not superstitious, in fact if anything it has always been a good day. Twenty five years ago I was enraptured by the ice dance and Torvil and Dean getting the perfect score to Bolero, which has become a national favourite tune. They have just been on the breakfast TV and I cannot think why it seemed so recent...not 25 years really!
Back to work, got more writing to do and problems to solve.
Today is just another day and I am not superstitious, in fact if anything it has always been a good day. Twenty five years ago I was enraptured by the ice dance and Torvil and Dean getting the perfect score to Bolero, which has become a national favourite tune. They have just been on the breakfast TV and I cannot think why it seemed so recent...not 25 years really!
Back to work, got more writing to do and problems to solve.
Wednesday, 11 February 2009
Snow..gone!!
Yesterday I woke to thick carpet of snow, rapidly turning to slush, now today it's all gone. Problem now it that as the snow melts in the hills and mountains of Wales, the River Severn with join the Avon and burst it banks and we will have floods.
My place is not usually bothered but there are so many low lying housing estates, built on the flood plains, the people there will be getting a little worried.
Maybe we should take this financial crisis as an opportunity to make some cut backs in our use of fuel etc. it may help to slow down the global warming we are being told about. The winter has been one of the coldest on record.....so far and I for one have not stopped using my heating. How I pay for it is another thing and I refuse to worry about it...In fact I don't worry about anything, I can tap for any anxiety, then it's gone.
My place is not usually bothered but there are so many low lying housing estates, built on the flood plains, the people there will be getting a little worried.
Maybe we should take this financial crisis as an opportunity to make some cut backs in our use of fuel etc. it may help to slow down the global warming we are being told about. The winter has been one of the coldest on record.....so far and I for one have not stopped using my heating. How I pay for it is another thing and I refuse to worry about it...In fact I don't worry about anything, I can tap for any anxiety, then it's gone.
Monday, 9 February 2009
New dates for EFT Training
OK guys, got it sorted. The workshop will now be 4th and 5th April....!! The next full weekend after that is 27th/28th June. There are lots of other workshops in the mean time check out www.who2.co.uk if you are interested.
More snow...I don't believe it!! This lot is just melting so should get to do my Slimming and health club this evening, then snow in the morning which will no doubt 'stop the world' again.
More snow...I don't believe it!! This lot is just melting so should get to do my Slimming and health club this evening, then snow in the morning which will no doubt 'stop the world' again.
Saturday, 7 February 2009
EFT training postponed by snow!!
The great British weather and Gloucestershire's councils lack of gritting salt has caused me to postpone the EFT training this weekend. Quite a few people have been house bound for days and I bowed to the majority decision.
It is now being re convened, hopefully 28th February and 1st March, just waiting for a couple of delegates to get back to me.
It's such a shame; there is so much work and preparation to get a weekend up and running and I feel flat this morning. Never mind I can tap for that...!!!
It is now being re convened, hopefully 28th February and 1st March, just waiting for a couple of delegates to get back to me.
It's such a shame; there is so much work and preparation to get a weekend up and running and I feel flat this morning. Never mind I can tap for that...!!!
Friday, 6 February 2009
What.....Not more snow??
I am getting a little bored with this winter now. So much cold weather earlier on and now snow...so much that the whole of the UK has ground to a halt...again. I have this course to run at the weekend and I really don't want to re-schedule as I have very few free weekends anyway.
Well, as I am stuck indoors once again so just got to get on with other stuff. Yesterday couldn't get to see my client so I did the filing. Feel good about that anyway.
Well, as I am stuck indoors once again so just got to get on with other stuff. Yesterday couldn't get to see my client so I did the filing. Feel good about that anyway.
Tuesday, 3 February 2009
Following Patricia's blog
I am quite relieved today to hear that Julie has arrived in New Zealand and has met up with Patricia. They will have a great time exploring the area in the hired camper van and Pat's adventures make my drive home in the snow look a bit tame!
It's still very icy here today so I think I will take a day off and just work on the computer as and when I feel like it. Still very tired...the weekend was emotional and in some ways exhausting. I was so pleased that I stayed in a B&B and not in the hotel with nearly everyone else...too much, I needed my quiet space.
My presentation was very well received and once I got started it felt good. It's not the presenting or demonstrating that was the issue on this occasion as I am quite used to it, it was the fact the audience were my peers, all EFT practitioners and trainers, so they all knew as much as me. That was the scary bit.
Onward and upward, life is so good.
It's still very icy here today so I think I will take a day off and just work on the computer as and when I feel like it. Still very tired...the weekend was emotional and in some ways exhausting. I was so pleased that I stayed in a B&B and not in the hotel with nearly everyone else...too much, I needed my quiet space.
My presentation was very well received and once I got started it felt good. It's not the presenting or demonstrating that was the issue on this occasion as I am quite used to it, it was the fact the audience were my peers, all EFT practitioners and trainers, so they all knew as much as me. That was the scary bit.
Onward and upward, life is so good.
Monday, 2 February 2009
EFT Gathering - Ilkley Yorkshire
Just got home from the EFT Gathering where I made a presentation and demonstration of EFT in Relationship Mediation....went down very well so I am as proud as punch! It was a fantastic weekend, loads of wonderful people doing fantastic work...
Having driven back home (220 miles) in driving snow, to tired to write much...more in the morning. Feel elated though, EFT is just so good!!
Having driven back home (220 miles) in driving snow, to tired to write much...more in the morning. Feel elated though, EFT is just so good!!
Tuesday, 27 January 2009
Networking and the social side of life
I don't want to sound pathetic but I really love networking....been to a great group this morning and it's like meeting friends, it's not all about business.
Business does get done but it can take time to build relationships; then when you have, they will use you or refer to people they know who can use you and your products or services.
With my EFT and Natural Health Business I like to think that people will remember me when they need me.....here's hoping!!
Business does get done but it can take time to build relationships; then when you have, they will use you or refer to people they know who can use you and your products or services.
With my EFT and Natural Health Business I like to think that people will remember me when they need me.....here's hoping!!
Sunday, 25 January 2009
Please, no more doom and gloom!
Are we all a little tired of the doom?....the R word and now in today's (Sunday) papers the D word. Depression not recession....we can all get depressed but the only way out of that is to think positive and drive forward with passion. Is that not the same for the economy?
We seem to have allowed the rogue bankers to dictate how we feel. OK, so we may have less money to spend on 'stuff' , some folk may lose their jobs and homes. They still have their wits!
Let's all pull together, help others where we can and turn this crisis into an opportunity!!!
Get out there and DO something.
We seem to have allowed the rogue bankers to dictate how we feel. OK, so we may have less money to spend on 'stuff' , some folk may lose their jobs and homes. They still have their wits!
Let's all pull together, help others where we can and turn this crisis into an opportunity!!!
Get out there and DO something.
Friday, 23 January 2009
My article is on Garys Newsletter!
Just read Gary Craig's Newsletter www.emofree.com and I have a 'Featured Article'...wow this is great!!
Also got an email from an interested trainee..already. Must get the on-line EFT Coaching course out there. It so important and it's almost there, just needs a bit more effort....
Lately I have been much more effort into my Natural Health and Aloe Vera business, in times of recession the opportunity to start your own business is great! Forever Living is a really positive business and so are the products. www.aloeenterprises.myflpbiz.com check it out!!
Also got an email from an interested trainee..already. Must get the on-line EFT Coaching course out there. It so important and it's almost there, just needs a bit more effort....
Lately I have been much more effort into my Natural Health and Aloe Vera business, in times of recession the opportunity to start your own business is great! Forever Living is a really positive business and so are the products. www.aloeenterprises.myflpbiz.com check it out!!
Tuesday, 20 January 2009
Natural health - whats that then?
I tell people l that I have a Natural Health business....and no one ever asks me what that is....oops! Maybe I am not getting out there yet.
My business is helping people get well and healthy, emotionally and physically and I use EFT, nutritional medicine and Aloe Vera products to that end.
I can also help them start their own health business by using the Aloe Vera products to get optimum heath, retailing the products and introducing others to the business to increase their income......so that is MY NATURAL HEALTH BUSINESS and it works very well thank you....maybe you would like to join me.
My business is helping people get well and healthy, emotionally and physically and I use EFT, nutritional medicine and Aloe Vera products to that end.
I can also help them start their own health business by using the Aloe Vera products to get optimum heath, retailing the products and introducing others to the business to increase their income......so that is MY NATURAL HEALTH BUSINESS and it works very well thank you....maybe you would like to join me.
Wednesday, 14 January 2009
Therapists supervision and mentoring
I have been a therapist for over 15 years and have valued the contributions from my coach, Patricia and my EFT Mentor Gwyneth Moss, so I am now offering this service to other therapists. They can be from any discipline as mentoring is not about what they do but how they work and function within their profession, their own business and in their personal life.
For a new therapist, understanding the difference between empathy and sympathy is not easy and they can get 'sucked in' to a clients problems. Being able to talk about issues with another person, one not related in any way, is in it's self therapy for the therapist.
Anyone interested please contact me.
For a new therapist, understanding the difference between empathy and sympathy is not easy and they can get 'sucked in' to a clients problems. Being able to talk about issues with another person, one not related in any way, is in it's self therapy for the therapist.
Anyone interested please contact me.
Friday, 2 January 2009
New year thoughts
Another year and today is my daughter's 41st birthday, Happy Birthday Shelly!!
Patricia is on her way again to the next leg of her journey, this time to Australia to see her other son Damian, twin of Richard. Much love to them all with the family get together.
I have been considering plans for the future and right now I am just content to work on my current projects, keeping an eye open for opportunities and new challenges; that's what I thrive on.
Having had loads of time on my own, which was good and time with my family, which was great I will be glad to get back to 'work' again and if that is not how you feel, you may need some EFT to help you see a way forward.
Happy New year to my readers..with love
Patricia is on her way again to the next leg of her journey, this time to Australia to see her other son Damian, twin of Richard. Much love to them all with the family get together.
I have been considering plans for the future and right now I am just content to work on my current projects, keeping an eye open for opportunities and new challenges; that's what I thrive on.
Having had loads of time on my own, which was good and time with my family, which was great I will be glad to get back to 'work' again and if that is not how you feel, you may need some EFT to help you see a way forward.
Happy New year to my readers..with love
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