Articles
Welcome to my collection of thoughtful articles, where I explore life and its many contradictions.
My writing draws deeply from personal experiences, as well as my background in mindfulness and Buddhism.
These perspectives shape how I approach life’s complexities and offer insights for navigating them with clarity.
I often reflect on timeless wisdom from past and present teachers, whose lessons remain profoundly relevant today.
Here, you’ll find articles that challenge conventional thinking and inspire deeper understanding. Explore ways to reflect on your past, approach the present with mindfulness, and uncover practical guidance for living with balance, purpose, and peace.
Take a moment to browse the articles below and begin your journey towards living in alignment with your true self.
The gift of being the underdog.
Why being an underdog can be a gift, if you know how to use it.
Why Authenticity is Important.
The sad truth is that when we follow a path that is set out for us, rather than the path that calls to us from our innermost depth, we cause a huge conflict.
What is wrong with me?
Do you have a desperate need for quiet and solitude? If so, do you wonder why you might be different from other people? There’s nothing wrong, this might help you understand.
Can authenticity and leadership co-exist?
What is leadership and can a leader be authentic in the corporate world?
Change your thoughts to change your life
To attempt to change your circumstances before you change your thinking is like………
How to let go of negative thoughts
A practice to help you let go of negative thoughts.
Why do we lack self-belief?
There are many reasons why you might lack self-belief and feel you are not enough. Let’s explore that together.
Three Simple Changes That Will Transform Your Life for the Better
Learning perspective, gratitude and self-love are three simple changes you can start to make today to transform your life.
What divorce taught me about being a woman today.
I learned many things from my divorce, but this was one I didn’t expect.
Why taking small steps is important.
Kaizen a Japanese philosophy teaches us that small, continuous changes leads to improvements. That’s why small steps are important.
Can we truly achieve a fully inclusive society?
Is becoming a truly inclusive society realistic and are there any potential risks in pursuing this?
What is artificial intelligence and how might it affect our lives?
What are the implications of further development of AI on our mental health?
What makes a good parent?
The question of what makes a good parent is a complex one, with endless opinions and expert advice, so how do we know if we are doing it right?
Why am I not perfect?
Why am I not perfect and why perfection is not healthy.
The Search for Freedom
Is freedom found only in our physical conditions or is it more than that?
What is Happiness?
We might know that we want to be happy but do we know what happiness is?
Top 5 Well Being Books
These five books will help you better understand stress, anxiety, depression and give you the tools you need to take care of yourself.
The downside to Valentine’s Day
Valentines Day should be a day we feel good, except that’s not always the case.
The Miracle of Mindfulness
How do we practice Mindfulness in our busy life?
Why self-awareness is important
Why is self-awareness important and how is Mindfulness useful to help raise our self-awareness