"Write one true sentence." "Write the truest sentence that you know." This sage advice from Ernest Hemingway introduces the final chapter in our emotional health series, and we’re ending on a high note: self-expression. This is where the magic happens—the ability to share your thoughts, feelings, and truth authentically. You’ve done the inner work of self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-regulation. Now, it’s time to let it out. Think of self-expression as the dance floor for your soul....
9 days ago • 1 min read
Oooh, we've got a live one here! Let’s talk about self-regulation. You know, that magical ability to stay calm in the middle of chaos, to respond thoughtfully instead of lashing or dashing out, in the face of big emotions. If self-awareness is noticing what’s going on and self-acceptance is making peace with who you are, self-regulation is the bridge to what you do next. It’s the art of not letting your emotions run the show, while still letting them have their say. What does self-regulation...
16 days ago • 1 min read
Who am I...really? Self-acceptance—it's a sticky one. What a tangled web we weave when we try to be who we think we should be instead of embracing who we truly are. Peter Parker vs Spiderman. What does self-acceptance look like? It’s the ability to accept—and forgive—yourself as you are. Not the 'best version of you' but the version that exists right now. Flaws, strengths, mistakes, triumphs, quirks, and all. It’s not about letting yourself off the hook for things that matter. It’s about...
23 days ago • 1 min read
Who the heck am I?That's all! You may have noticed that we're BIG FANS of self awareness here at this human. It is the gateway to meaningful change, inside and out. After all, wherever you go, there you'll be. This week is the first of our deep dives into emotional health self check-ins and yes, it's about self awareness. A little reminder from last week... The first step is ALWAYS self awareness—the ability to observe your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours without judgment. It’s about...
30 days ago • 1 min read
When's the last time you did a self-check in on your emotional health? Emotional health is the art of recognising and managing your inner world with clarity. It helps you navigate life’s challenges thoughtfully rather than reactively. It is the gateway to emotional mastery. When emotional mastery is achieved, the heart trusts the mind, and the mind trusts the heart.- Brendon Burchard Here’s a brief overview of four essential elements of emotional health that support emotional mastery: Self...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Arguably one of the greatest inventions of all time is the wheel. Wheels help us get from here to there with more ease. They offer a smoother ride. So, how can we use a wheel for self-care? Introducing the Wellness Wheel This version builds on the original 'six dimensions of wellness', developed in the late 1970s by Dr Bill Hettler, co-founder of the National Wellness Institute. It is an holistic approach to understanding and promoting well-being. His framework aimed to encourage individuals...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Tragedy or comedy? First the tragedy. Here comes a sad story... At the time of writing this newsletter, both my parents have just passed away. First my mother five weeks ago, and then, just this week, my father also left his body. My parents had been divorced for 45 years, so their passing was somewhat of a tragic coincidence. As you can imagine, it's an overwhelming experience. Two funerals to attend and all that comes with them. I've been deep in reflection. Part of that reflection is about...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
How to be hard at rest. Sounds odd doesn't it? My relationship with rest is unhealthy. I find it hard to rest well. Usually there are feelings of guilt, of wasting time, or missing opportunity, or letting someone down, of being unproductive. I try to turn up in all aspects of my life in high definition. But without downtime, without a deliberate practice around self-care, the cycle is one of diminishing returns. So here's what I'm at work on: I am changing my relationship with time. I realise...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
She sells self-care by the sea shore We wish that were true. It's more like... She sells her time 24/7/365 because that's what makes her valuable. She has no time for self-care. That's for other people. She's too busy to even think about it. Western culture often ties productivity to personal worth, promoting the idea that relentless hard work is the only way to succeed. This 'grind culture' pushes people to ignore their need for rest, making them feel guilty when they take breaks. It...
2 months ago • 1 min read