How I improved my sleep after years of insomnia: part 1
Autumn is a time when teachers and many others face insomnia. I share top tips I’ve made to improve my sleep.
Category Archive mental resilience
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How postcards reduce self-harm
Is there really any point in sending physical cards or letters in our digital age? Read on to find out how cards make a difference to those who self-harm.
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How to communicate when things go wrong- lessons from my train driver
You can influence how people react when something goes wrong by the way you communicate with them. Here are some lessons I learnt from my train driver during a recent delayed train journey.
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Taking a break from the old routine
It’s August and the summer holidays. Time to slow down the pace a bit. What might you notice about your surroundings if you step off the hamster wheel?
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The letter of complaint that made me laugh
Recently I received a hand-written letter of complaint. It was from some pupils in a class that I teach, they handed it to me at the end of a lesson and it was wonderful. Working at a secondary school with teenagers is never dull. It is sometimes frustrating, often rewarding, sometimes tiring but most consistently […]
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How to bounce back from negative feedback or criticism that wounds you
Have you ever received feedback or criticism that was painful or made you feel a sense of shame? Read on to for a frame work that will help you deal with it.
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How gratitude can make you a better leader
Gratitude is proven to have a positive effect on mental health and wellbeing. It will also make you a better leader
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5 simple daily habits that will transform your mental health
Had problems with your wellbeing in the past? These 5 daily habits will help turn you around.
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How to say no without offending or feeling guilty
Do you find it hard to say ‘no’ at work? Here are 7 ways to say ‘no’ in a professional setting and still maintain relationships.
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3 steps I took to narrowly avoid burnout
“With my tight chest and shallow breaths I wondered, is this what an anxiety attack feels like?”