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Why we need more quiet spaces in public (and what to do if you can’t find one)

This article was written before the coronavirus outbreak but has been updated to reflect some ideas which might help. An article specific to COVID and anxiety is here. Is it just me, or has the world got more noisy lately? I don’t mean the normal background noise that’s present in modern every day life, likeContinue reading “Why we need more quiet spaces in public (and what to do if you can’t find one)”

Monday Mojo – Say It Last

Have you ever walked away from a conversation and thought “I should have said that?” Or found yourself in a situation when someone else does all the talking? Now, I would be the last person to tell you to be quiet; I’m always talking about raising your voice and speaking your truth. But, in anContinue reading “Monday Mojo – Say It Last”

Monday Mojo – Build a Quiet Zone

How do you feel about sitting quietly for five minutes?  When I ask people this question, they will either say they don’t have time, or if they do they find it really hard.  Because, when you take time to be quiet, you notice how noisy it really is.  If it’s not the distractions outside ofContinue reading “Monday Mojo – Build a Quiet Zone”