This week we have a bonus day, an extra 24 hours that we can make the most of! Did you know that the leap year system was started by Julius Caesar over 2000 years ago and that traditionally young ladies can propose to their beloved on February the 29th (as long as she rises at […]

Some would say it’s money, some say it’s via the stomach, some say it’s kids (then they say their kids make them miserable, ha ha), some say it’s a new car, shoes, hairdo, etc. etc. etc. Having ‘stuff’ might provide a short-term fix (like a sugar fix creates a spike in energy and mood but […]

Valentine’s Day is often a significant date for many people – we create a whole bunch of beliefs (about ourselves) based upon how many (if any) cards and gifts we get. We often value ourselves and our lovability on how others choose to demonstrate their appreciation of us. The trouble with that strategy is we […]

February can be a bit of a glum month so I have some tips to put a smile on your face this week. Reasons To Be Cheerful (a fab track by Ian Dury and the Blockheads, why not upload it and sing along – that will make you smile). Every morning remember all the things […]

It’s true, so many of us aren’t ready to welcome the ‘new year, new me’ in January because we are reeling after the busy-ness and sometimes the excesses of the festive season. Twelfth night is in January isn’t it and it’s not uncommon for the food and drink goodies to still be hanging around just […]