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5 Types of Negative Self-Talk and How to Stop Them

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Jul 16, 2023 | General Counselling, Healthy Workplace, Life Coaching, Self Esteem, Stress

We like to think we’re optimistic, positive people. After all, no one wants to be considered a grump. Besides, isn’t that what we’re taught from the time we’re children, to smile and think the best of those around us? In truth, we don’t always quite hit the mark. We might mean to be positive, but those negative thoughts have a way of creeping in, especially if we’re tired or anxious. Strong emotion has a way of derailing us, as do the negative... read more

Day 1500

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Jul 9, 2023 | General Counselling, Life Coaching, Relationship Counselling, Self Esteem

Tomorrow is Day 1500 of me posting a 1-2 minute on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube. Early on the video was about why I do what I do and it has now progressed to giving people tips and hints on how to live life differently. Over 2 years ago I started sending out a weekly email (today is 114 weeks in a row) and 18 months ago my videos were based on this email. Why would I do this? Great question. I did it as I’m always... read more

6 Ways to Deal with Critical People

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Jun 11, 2023 | General Counselling, Healthy Workplace, Life Coaching, Relationship Counselling, Self Esteem, Stress

Constructive criticism is fine, but some people who are so relentlessly negative that they can suck the joy out of life. No matter what happy news you might have, they are guaranteed to find the cloud to fit your silver lining. Here are 6 strategies you can use to deal with hypercritical people. 1. Don’t Take It Personally It’s a safe bet that it’s not you, it’s them. Some people just hug their negativity around them like a security... read more

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Apr 30, 2023 | Depression, General Counselling, Healthy Workplace, Life Coaching, Self Esteem, Stress

According to an article in The Journal of Behavioral Science about 70% of us experience impostor syndrome at some point in life, the feeling that you have only got where you are due to luck; not because you are competent or are good at what you do. Impostor syndrome can happen at any time in your life. Remember to tell yourself that your life/career did not come about by chance, where you are now and where you aim to be is justified. Know you... read more

6 Ways to Deal with Naysayers

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Apr 16, 2023 | General Counselling, Life Coaching, Self Esteem, Stress

Taking a leap of faith for yourself can be a daunting and challenging path. Naysayers or Negative Nancy’s only make the journey that much more difficult. You do not need their pessimism, nor do you have to deal with it. There are several ways to deal with these individuals so you can move past them and crush your goals. 1. Distance Yourself from the Negative If possible, put space between those individuals and your goals. Continually listening... read more

5 Ways to Overcome the Fear of Being Alone

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Mar 19, 2023 | Depression, General Counselling, Life Coaching, Relationship Counselling, Self Esteem

Humans are hard-wired for company. People, as a rule, prefer to be in groups or pairs. They feel safer and happier. In fact, for many people, being alone is one of the worst things they can imagine. Solitude has a bad rap in modern society. Maybe you associate being alone with being lonely, abandoned, unloved, or unlovable. If you fear being alone and avoid it at all costs, you’re missing out on the opportunities solitude can offer. Being... read more