David Lawson, Author at Finding the Light Counselling & Coaching

The Power of Kindness for Personal Happiness

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Jul 5, 2026 | General Counselling, Healthy Workplace, Life Coaching, Stress

The power of kindness is important to us all. We think that we are just being nice, but we are doing so much more at the same time. From lowering stress to boosting our mood, the power of being kind to others can be real. Just a bit of kindness each day can make a difference in how good we are going to feel. There are many great benefits to being kind to those around us that can lead us to be happier and healthier at the same time. Some of the... read more

7 Signs of a Toxic Relationship

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Jun 27, 2026 | Relationship Counselling

A toxic relationship has the power to control your emotions and make you feel extreme highs and lows. It often happens when one or both parties show signs of manipulative behaviour, which may stem from previous experiences, past relationships or trauma. If the below signs resonate with you, it might be time to consider your options: 1. Everything is about them Toxic people have a way of making everything about them and like to be in control of... read more

Being Organised

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Jun 21, 2026 | Life Coaching, Stress

It is so easy to become a disorganised mess when life gets extra busy. Sometimes it’s the smallest habits in our days that make the biggest overall difference in our lives. Making small changes to your daily routine can help you stay more organized and allow you to feel more in control so that your busy schedule feels less overwhelming to you. Here are 7 simple tips to stay organized when life is busy: 1. Create a morning routine Creating a... read more

Six Ways to Well-Being

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Jun 14, 2026 | Life Coaching, Self Esteem, Stress

Below are the six ways of behaviour that have been shown to promote well-being and mental health: Connecting with Others This involves engaging in social relationships with the people around you (e.g., family, friends, neighbours, or community groups). Good quality social relationships can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, Challenging Oneself Challenging yourself and learning new things has been shown to enhance self-esteem, optimism,... read more

6 Lies You Tell Yourself

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Jun 7, 2026 | General Counselling, Life Coaching, Self Esteem

Some of the common lies I hear people tell themselves are: Lie #1: Something else will make me happy. Changing your job/partner is only changing your job/partner. Moving to a different work environment will not change who you are. You must choose to be happy, grateful, and fulfilled, no matter where you are. Lie #2: I will start tomorrow. A big reason most of us never get anything done is that we put it off until tomorrow. When you do not... read more