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Why creating order is the key to achieving freedom

by Jan Longshadow - 7th May 20217th May 2021 0878

Order /ˈɔːdə/ noun: a state in which everything is in its correct or appropriate place. It may seem slightly absurd given the times we are in to suggest you get your life in order. It may seem like something utterly possible to achieve when so little is within your control. The

Just for today… do not worry

by Emma Sims - 27th April 202127th April 2021 0960

This is one of the Reiki precepts or principles, that practitioners are first introduced to, to reflect upon. And for worriers, so much easier said than done. You may have been told numerous times 'not to worry', but it's rarely explained how not to! Read on for a tool which

What are the main benefits of meditating?

by Rachel Smith - 6th April 20216th April 2021 01070

Meditation has previously been associated with religion and individuals that have strong faiths and belief systems. However, over the past decade, more and more people are adopting meditation techniques into their everyday lives and are feeling the benefits of doing so. In this article, we will discuss what the main benefits

How Poetry can Transform your Life

by Jan Longshadow - 25th March 202125th March 2021 0997

“Poetry is not only dream and vision; it is the skeleton architecture of our lives. It lays the foundations for a future of change, a bridge across our fears of what has never been before.” Audre Lorde If poetry is a tool that has the power to transform lives, then no quote

The power of poetry – breaking through barriers and embracing opportunities

by Jan Longshadow - 21st March 202122nd March 2021 01417

In celebration of World Poetry Day 2021, J.Allan Longshadow speaks to poet and spoken word performer Lara Edwards to discover how her love of poetry has helped her overcome anxiety, conquer fear and open up incredible new opportunities. J.Allan Longshadow: Lara, thank you for joining me, It’s a real privilege to

We all have opportunities. Don’t miss yours

by Amrit Mirchandani - 15th March 202115th March 2021 0898

The game of life is a lot like football. You have to tackle your problems, block your fears, and score your points when you get the opportunity.Lewis Grizzard Did you ever get an opportunity to do something you’ve always dreamed of, then second-guess yourself and let doubt kick in? Instead of

Want to grow? Set yourself a daily intention

by Jan Longshadow - 26th February 202122nd March 2021 11432

So far in this mini guide to personal transformation, we’ve looked at the power of affirmations and the importance of setting goals and list writing. Setting your daily intention is essentially a technique that combines elements of both and can really help in the quest to make things happen. It

4 top stress management tips I learnt from planning my wedding

by Rachel Smith - 22nd February 202122nd March 2021 0248

Despite the uncertainty the past year has given us, there has been a big rise in the number of couples becoming engaged. Although there is currently no given date for when weddings can return, many couples are starting to plan their weddings while they may have a little bit more

Why vision is key to transformation

by Jan Longshadow - 17th February 202122nd March 2021 0640

Vision is your north star, a guiding light that will constantly keep you moving in the right direction as you embark upon your journey of transformation. A source of motivation that will give you the power to keep going even when the world seems to be against you. Vision will

5 Tips for Preventing Procrastination in 2021

by Jenny Paul - 4th January 20214th January 2021 12363

So you don’t want to do it right now. Totally. There’s always tomorrow. Maybe I’ll wait until after lockdown number X… Maybe you are just waiting for some enthusiasm or energy to kick in (understandable, given what we've all been through). But the underlying question remains: if you don’t want to do