Ah L’amour: The Enigmatic Journey of Love

Ah L'amour

A break from the usual as I contemplated love last week (and I was feeling a bit poetic) Love, in all its splendour and mystery, has been a captivating subject throughout the ages. From Shakespearean sonnets to modern rom coms, it remains an evergreen theme that resonates deeply within the human experience. “Ah L’amour,” a […]

Excited About the Year Ahead, or Maybe Not So Much?

Excited About the Year Ahead, or Maybe Not So Much?

(Feeling a bit Ugh About it All?) I hope that everyone had a lovely festive break, however, from those I have spoken to since, it appears that a large majority of people went down with various ailments and maladies that knocked them for six for most of the time.  Why is that?  Why, when your […]

Give Us Grinches a Break

Give us Grinches a Break

(Please note that the views expressed in this article are not necessarily the views of the author….or are they?) It’s mid-December and I am just about ready to commit Hari Kari! I’m thinking back to September. Remember the warmer, though, in Wales not necessarily drier, lighter days? The grass cutting still being needed and the […]

The Silent Dangers of Insomnia

dangers of insomnia

A Personal Journey Through Sleep Deprivation Insomnia is not merely an irritant; it poses a significant threat to both personal well-being and public safety. In an era marked by escalating stress, the prevalence of insomnia seems to be on the rise, impacting individuals in unforeseen ways. Despite having overcome sleep challenges in the past, recent […]

After 24 Years Have I Cracked It?

After 24 Years Have I Cracked It?

Well Almost…. I honestly thought I had found the winning formula for surviving the anniversary of the train crash.  However, maybe there is still some tweaking to do.  Since being afflicted by PTSD I have had a healthy respect and, hopefully, a more informed attitude to mental health issues. Anyone suffering, to whatever extent they […]

Let’s Start the To-Do Tombola!

(It actually does sound kinda fun don’t you think?) OK I’ve tried it every which way but loose in recent years, but I still sometimes get overwhelmed with my to-do tasks when I’m in the office. Is it just me or does there honestly seem to be less time to get things done these days? […]

Bringing Back Laughter

Smiley ball

(I am on a mission to re-introduce the laughing habit back into my life) As the curtain rises on another New Year, I think I’m on fairly safe ground when I congratulate you all on successfully drawing up an impressive goals list. I think it’s a pretty safe bet you will have made reference to […]

Finally at Home – Tales from Wales (Part 10)

I have even got my own tool belt now! Below some before and after pictures for you.   12 months on from buying my ‘forever’ home and I can finally see the light at the end of what has turned out to be a very long tunnel. Back in August the builders and I parted company. […]

Telepathy & Insults

telepathy

(It is so important to be clear, concise and informative with communication) I’m beginning to think that a lot of modern misunderstandings are caused by people assuming other people are telepathic. I’ve noticed this a lot recently within teams and organisations when communicating outwards. The problem leads to misunderstandings which can in turn lead to […]

Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word

sorry-signs

So why is it so hard – and heard so infrequently? Which two small words are among the hardest to utter as a leader – yet among the most powerful? ‘I’m sorry’ – rarely heard from the mouths of leaders, most appreciated by those around them that they influence. For such a simple utterance can […]