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  • 5 Ideas for Managing an Intense Emotion

    5 Ideas for Managing an Intense Emotion

    It’s not easy when we’re feeling overwhelmed, so knowing what to do next can be useful. Here’s some food for thought. When we are activated – that is, when we are in ‘Fight or Flight’, when our heart starts pounding or our mind starts racing – everything can feel catastrophic. This is because the brain… Read more

  • Pacifism: The path to inner peace and the world we all could live in

    Pacifism: The path to inner peace and the world we all could live in

    If you feel like the world is more divided, unsettled or challenged than ever, you’re not imagining it. A flurry of recent reports including Britain Under Strain have highlighted that, certainly in the UK, many people feel as if they’re living in the constant hum of threat. This is probably not helped by wars being… Read more

  • 10 Self-Care Ideas that Actually Work

    10 Self-Care Ideas that Actually Work

    This list was compiled with the help of my Facebook group, and is offered with my personal thanks for the contributions made. It goes without saying that Self-Care for Busy People and Self-Care for Bad Days, can be important strategies for navigating a hectic world, especially in difficult moments. We might also need to do… Read more

  • The Stages of Change (ADKAR Model)

    The Stages of Change (ADKAR Model)

    Note to reader: the purpose of the articles featured in this magazine is to make emerging ideas readable. For an in-depth understanding of any topic discussed, please refer to the original authors or research of these concepts. Any references to third party sites does not necessarily mean endorsement, please read these policies for more details.… Read more

  • The 5-4-3-2-1 Activity

    The 5-4-3-2-1 Activity

    This article includes an activity for managing overwhelm, which may not be right for everyone. Being able to regulate our emotions in difficult moments can be key to managing overwhelm, and form part of an “Emotional First Aid Kit”. One way of doing this is with the  5-4-3-2-1 activity.  The activity may help you stay grounded… Read more

  • Exploring Dimensions of Safety as a Well-being Tool

    Exploring Dimensions of Safety as a Well-being Tool

    Note to the reader, this article makes reference to trauma and alludes to violence, including abuse. Please take care of yourself if you choose to read this article, and keep in mind these Terms and Conditions of use. You may find this list of links useful. If you’ve followed this magazine for a while you’ll… Read more