Jo’s Blog
Why are you so hard on yourself? Understanding the inner critic
Why are we often so much harder on ourselves than we are on others? Explore where the inner critic comes from, why it feels so powerful, and how it influences anxiety, people-pleasing, self-worth, boundaries, and identity.
Who are you when you’re not being productive?
What happens to your sense of self when you’re not being productive, useful, or “on top of things”? This blog explores the uncomfortable link between self-worth and achievement, and why slowing down can bring up guilt, anxiety, and self-doubt. If your value has become tied to what you do, this is a gentle invitation to consider who you are underneath the performance.
How to reconnect with your self-worth (without having to earn it)
If your self-worth feels tied to achievement or approval, this blog explores how to reconnect with a steadier sense of value, one that isn’t dependent on doing more or proving yourself.
Why keeping quiet for an "easy life" isn't so easy after all
Not speaking up is not an ‘easy life’! Communication is important and needs to be honest, it doesn’t have to be aggressive or ‘confrontational’. Read on to learn more…
Compare yourself to others at your peril!
It is so easy to be caught up in what others’ lives look like and what others are doing. It can be hard work to focus on yourself and to work on improving your own life, but, you are worth doing the work for. Read on to find out how…
Boundaries Create Freedom!
Recognising where your boundaries need to be according to what’s acceptable to you, and communicating them effectively, is essential to your sense of self-respect and to your relationships.
“Small steps” to self-worth
Working towards goals? Want success in life? Start with you! Pay attention to how you think about goals and success and start small to feel your sense of self-worth grow.
A People Pleaser’s Guide to Assertiveness
What if I told you the secret to healthy relationships is assertive communication? If you have some people pleasing tendencies and want to think a bit differently about how you speak to others and how you can influence the type of responses you receive, read on…
Not feeling your usual self?
Normal coping techniques not working? Read on to learn more about the signs that may mean you’re struggling and how to manage your mental health in a more stable way.