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Tips for Coping with Stress

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Nov 15, 2025 | Stress

There are two main ways to cope with stress: change the situation that is causing stress, or to change your response to the situation. 1. Identify what you can change about the stressful situation. Problem solving can be a helpful approach to work out your options, or to learn ways of communicating more effectively with others in a conflict. If exams or assignments are causing stress, draw on skills such as time management, exam preparation, or... read more

Tough times

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

Whether you’re in the middle of a stressful situation or feeling anxious about events from the past, having some reliable coping mechanisms and strategies can help you find relief. Try using some of the coping strategies listed below to help manage and relieve stress when you need it the most: 1. Talk to someone Coping with the hard stuff doesn’t have to be done on your own. Share your worries with a trusted friend or family member. It could... read more

Wellbeing & You

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Aug 30, 2025 | Life Coaching, Self Esteem, Stress

As you prioritise your wellbeing, you also need to shift your mindset away from viewing wellbeing as work. The whole point of bringing more wellbeing into our lives is to lower our stress, not add to it. Here are six ways to prevent wellbeing from becoming just another item on our to-do lists. Stop glorifying busyness We often wear our busyness as a badge of honour, believing that we should be in a state of perpetual motion. For many of us,... read more

Do You Think Motivational Thoughts?

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Jul 27, 2025 | Life Coaching, Self Esteem, Stress

What do motivational thoughts do? They help us to take action. What motivates each of us is unique, so you need to have your own thoughts – those which are most effective at getting you going. Motivational Thoughts of Your Own Making it your own means experimenting with a good thought until you find a way to use it in your own recipe for motivation. Suppose, for example, you’re in a difficult situation and don’t feel like... read more

Intentional Living: Choosing a Life That Matters

This entry was posted by David Lawson | Jul 20, 2025 | Life Coaching, Stress

In a world filled with distractions and the constant pursuit of productivity, intentional living stands out as a powerful antidote to the overwhelming pace of modern life. Embracing intentional living involves choosing actions, habits, and thoughts that align with your values and purpose. With it, individuals can lead more fulfilling lives, cultivate meaningful relationships, and pursue goals that resonate with their deepest selves. Here are... read more

Stressed about Stress

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

Stress is a normal response that we can experience every day and is the body’s way of preparing us to face a challenge. A certain level of stress is necessary to not only function, but to motivate us to reach our full potential. Too much stress, however, can be a health hazard. The first important step in stress management involves noticing when our stress levels have become unhealthy. What causes stress Usually stress comes from a combination... read more