Category: people
Bringing them into focus . . .
You may recall my recent epiphany around listening (Give in to it 05 September 2015). It was a story shared from my coaching perspective: well, you’d expect a good coach to be able to hear what you’re saying, and to listen well, wouldn’t you? Listening as a stand-alone skill, is way up there on my list… Read More Bringing them into focus . . .
I just know it . . .
Yesterday was busy. The Gas Man called to service my central heating, but decided to condemn my fire instead – please don’t tell my dog – she worships it; I packed my carry-on luggage for an impending trip abroad, and am wondering how I’m ever going to zip it up (hmm . . . where is… Read More I just know it . . .
You’ll LOVE this . . .
Ages ago, I heard someone say . . . “I don’t think the universe should be set up to accommodate my personal preferences” I wish I’d made a note of who said it. I’ve kept it ever since as a reminder of a rather lovely, modest commentary. An opportunity to remember that there are others… Read More You’ll LOVE this . . .
People are so important . . .
I’ve just come back from holiday where I was able to indulge in one of my favourite occupations: reading. I learnt a new word: “panglossian.” I love this word! It means “characterized by or given to extreme optimism, especially in the face of unrelieved hardship or adversity.” I’ve also seen it defined as… Read More People are so important . . .
