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5 Common Conflict Issues in Relationships

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Jun 22, 2025 | Life Coaching, Relationship Counselling

No relationship is free from conflict, but healthy couples know how to navigate it with empathy and skill. Conflict doesn’t mean something is wrong—it means you’re two different people trying to grow together. Understanding the root causes of conflict can help you respond instead of reacting. Here are five of the most common issues: Communication breakdowns. Communication is the foundation of connection. When it breaks down, so does... read more

6 Signs It’s Time to Change Your Mindset

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Jun 15, 2025 | General Counselling, Life Coaching

Sometimes, the biggest barrier between where we are and where we want to be isn’t a lack of opportunity – it’s the mindset we carry. Our thoughts shape our actions, and when our thinking becomes rigid or negative, it limits our potential. Here are six signs it might be time to reassess and shift your mindset: 1. You’re stuck in a cycle of self-doubt. Do you frequently tell yourself you’re not capable, not ready, or not worthy? This inner... read more

Five Productivity Tips

This entry was posted by David Lawson | May 24, 2025 | Employee Assistance Programme, Healthy Workplace, Life Coaching

Do you ever get to the end of the workday and feel that it has been unproductive one? You’ve had so much on you’ve struggled to prioritise your time and haven’t got half as much done as you should have, or that feeling of forgetting to do something important? There’s a common saying; “I work well under pressure”, however when we feel like were organised, managing our time well and keeping on top of our work; we feel content, healthier and all... read more

Questioning Your Negative Thoughts

This entry was posted by David Lawson | May 11, 2025 | General Counselling, Life Coaching, Self Esteem

Confidence gives you the ability to trust in yourself. You understand that you’re going to make some mistakes. You’re going to fail. But you keep going. You’re confident that you can create a positive outcome. You also understand that any failure is not a declaration of who you are as a person. It’s just a thing. It’s just something that happened, nothing more. You learn from it and then move on. When you lack... read more

5 Tips for Getting Out of a Rut

This entry was posted by David Lawson | May 4, 2025 | General Counselling, Life Coaching

If you feel like life has become predictable, unfulfilling, and boring, maybe it’s time for a fresh start. Deciding to make a change doesn’t mean you have to turn your life upside down, but it is an opportunity to stand back and revise your current way of life. Whether it’s a lifestyle, location, or career change, there are some simple things you can do right now to get out of that rut and get some positive energy back into your life. 1. Work... read more

Caring for You During the Holidays

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Apr 13, 2025 | General Counselling, Life Coaching

Holidays are a time to reflect and identify what you truly need and value. They can be busy and stressful, but if you can carve out some down-time, it’s also an opportunity for self-reflection. Above all, holidays are a time to be kind to yourself. Get some rest If you are feeling a bit rundown, it’s important to get some rest and give yourself some space to de-compress. Take a day or two to relax, unwind and recharge your batteries. If this... read more