Something interesting happened to me the other day. I had an enlightening conversation with one of my best friends. After I mentioned that I had been harmlessly flirting with a single male friend who happens to live in Sydney, my friend commented that she hoped I wasn’t going to give up everything and move interstate…
Dealing with Adversity
Life can be hard. There are times when we feel confused, frustrated, and rejected. There are times when we feel lost. All of those feelings are normal (but granted not much fun!).
But you can and will get through hard times. Getting back up after a setback is what counts.
Struggling with a difficult situation at home or work? Looking for articles on how to deal with adversity and challenge. Read on.
What To Do When Part of Your Life is All-Consuming
Have you ever had one of those times when part of your life is all-consuming? I’m in that position right now. Since starting my new job last October I have been consumed with work. There are lots of things that can overtake our lives. Certainly, not all of them are bad. Being a new parent is…
How to Come to Terms with Your New Normal
You might have noticed things have been extremely quiet around here lately. After months of job hunting, I started a new full-time Executive Assistant role mid-October. The last month or so has been a whirlwind of training, learning and settling into my incredibly busy new role. A few weeks ago my Mum was diagnosed with…
How To Deal with Periods of Transition
Change can sometimes be difficult. Change can also be vital, exhilarating and liberating. But what about the transition period – that tricky time between when you decide to make a change (or have the need for change thrust upon you) and when your new plan comes together. I’m talking about that time you feel a bit…
Giving Thanks for Good News – Even When Other Things Aren’t Going Well
I got some wonderful news at the end of last week. My news was health-related and something that had been concerning me for some time. When I received the news I was happy and relieved yet my good fortune felt overshadowed by everything else going on around me. Suddenly it dawned on me that we can…
