Yes that feeling has happened to me. I just took a bath as I find the warmth of the water so comforting. It seems as though when I am in a bath there is a sense of warmth that helps me feel loved..strange I know.
I started to think about who I am and who I have become. Sometimes change or trauma can really change you without you even being aware. I like to believe I haven’t changed but in reality that is not true…in fact I believe that it cannot be true. Trauma, death, change all make you think differently. …read more

Michael left a comment on the post How to Overcome Negative Thoughts which I wanted to respond to, as he is feeling low from his girlfriend finishing their relationship.
Any loss is difficult to deal with and much depends on the circumstances but here are some thoughts for you, Michael.

Each Sunday I host a positive thinking carnival to help you come through the depression and turn your life around so well worth checking it out.
Relationships can be painful when they come to an end, but always remember that many people don’t ever get to feel the power of love….feel proud you …read more

My friend phoned today, to say that her mother had passed away. Elsie was 88 years old and died peacefully. She was a wonderful lady who always had time for people, and wore an ever present sincere smile. The world will be poorer for Elsie dying but has been enriched by her life.
My love goes out to all her family and Elsie would be very proud of the dignity with which they have coped. Losing anyone is painful, no matter the age…..but losing a smile that used to make the world shine will mean one thing – we will all have …read more

When you are feeling lonley, depressed or just engulfed with grief do you maintain some safe anchor points? When everything seems to be changing around you and you’re feeling a bit out of control, you need a rock of stability you can hang on to until you find your bearings.
We all need some stress and tension to give our everyday lives zing and motivation, but during grief then this can become too much  and remember you don’t need any more changes for a while, it may seem like you want to make changes but you don’t allow your mind to …read more