Resilience Re-boot is a supported, self-paced on-line program which blends the power of personalised coaching support, with expert advice on proven strategies to boost resilience. Is it suitable for me? Resilience Re-boot has been designed for people who are: Looking for sustainable ways to manage the challenges of their job…
Even in our relatively safe and prosperous country, bush fires, floods, crime and accidents are all too common. And we all know someone who’s battled cancer, responded to a family tragedy or faced a life changing event. Somehow these people find a way to keep going. We call them resilient,…
We live in uncertain times, in a world that is not only changing exponentially, but one in which we’re increasingly less certain of what tomorrow will bring, let-alone able to confidently predict and plan for possibilities years into the future. Whilst much has been written on the topic of managing…
A year or so after I started my business I finally accepted that I needed a break. So I took the plunge and booked a holiday – a week long dive expedition on Ningaloo reef in far north WA. Convincing myself a holiday meant a holiday, I left the laptop…
Staff development for an uncertain, changing and challenging workplace Employees are facing increasing pressure to keep up, to do more with less, and to respond to constant change, ambiguity and challenge. Supporting our staff to become more resilient so they bounce-back from set-backs, maintain productivity and positivity, and survive and…
Whilst we don’t celebrate this American tradition in Australia, it doesn’t mean we shouldn’t look for other ways to express gratitude. The benefits of gratitude have been written about in almost every religious and philosophical tradition throughout the ages, and now positive psychology research is contributing a wealth of science…
Fear not, I’m not launching an anti-smoking campaign! I’m working with a number of people who are currently job seeking, and one thing stands out – finding a new job, especially if you’re unemployed or really unhappy in your current role, takes enormous stamina. Of course there are all sorts…
As I sit down to write this article, I adopt my usual strategy of turning on the radio – always ABC classic FM, no ads, no talking, just music. It’s there in the background, soft and low, not intruding on my thoughts, but somehow contributing to them. As I write,…
When you study and practice in the field of positive psychology, people expect you to be happy ALL THE TIME. Well here’s a confession, I’m not! (don’t worry, I’m not unhappy all of the time either – that wouldn’t be great for my credibility!). Expecting to be happy all of…
Do you remember playing that game as a child where you had to guess what someone was thinking about by only asking questions that had a yes or no answer? Well this article has nothing to do with the game, but now I’ve got your attention let me explain what…
