Author Archives: David

The Values Lantern Exercise is a self-discovery tool designed to help individuals identify and align with their core values, fostering greater clarity and purpose in life. It uses the metaphor of a lantern, with values serving as the light that … Read More

(Bookmark Path Notes for easy convenience — top right of this article) Path Note — Grounding Exercise (5-4-3-2-1 Mindfulness) When anxiety or overwhelm takes over, your mind can feel scattered and unsafe. The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique helps you return to … Read More

Exercise: The Stop, Breathe, Reflect, Act (SBRA) Technique This technique helps you pause, process your anger, and respond constructively rather than react impulsively.  Steps to Practice: 1. STOP    – Pause immediately when you feel anger rising.    – Avoid reacting in … Read More

Research and pioneering work of Barbara Fredrickson. Emotions are fleeting, lasting only for brief moments, often when we share a genuine, positive connection with others. Whether it’s laughing with a friend, hugging a neighbor, or smiling at a baby, these … Read More

Active Constructive Responding: Think back to when someone shared their good news with you. Disconnect: Passive Constructive – ‘Well done you! I also have some good news to share…’ Here you are not savoring their good news and you are … Read More

Bookmark Path Notes for easy convenience — top right of this article) Path Note — Handling Conflict Conflict can feel intense, but between stimulus and response there is space (Viktor Frankl). In that space, you can choose how to act … Read More

Path Note — I Feel Mistreated Feeling mistreated can shake your confidence and safety, but you can protect your boundaries and respond from strength. ➟ Practice rational detachment. Remind yourself: their behaviour reflects them, not me.➟ Stay in your Best … Read More

Four ways to create meaningful connections with others. By using the above 4 exercises and authentic strategies consistently, you will build meaningful connections with others.

Our psychological and emotional well being largely depend on the quality of our relationships. Since we are social beings, the connections that we make with other people play a significant role in our mental health. So the main question is, … Read More

Being compassionate to yourself after making a mistake is an essential skill that fosters emotional resilience and personal growth. Here’s how to approach it: 1. Acknowledge Your HumanityMistakes are a natural part of life and learning. Remind yourself that everyone … Read More