by Nicola | Jan 18, 2017 | Blog
The lotus flower is a symbol of ephemeral life, a precious gift. Make 2017 a year of increased mindfullness, so you embrace the present, the gift of life each day, and live according to what is important to you. Remember too that it takes more energy to hang on to...
by Nicola | Apr 17, 2016 | Blog
Just stop. A simple pause can make a profound difference to how effective we are in any situation or circumstance. In fact pausing will allow you to be reflective and wise rather than reactionary. -Article by Dr Nicola Gates published in the NSW Law Society...
by Nicola | Jan 26, 2016 | Blog
All emotions serve an important purpose. Our emotions are like messengers or signals telling us to pay attention to something as we journey through life. Ideally our emotions result in adaptation or learning. Emotions are therefore crucial to our survival –...
by Nicola | Nov 30, 2015 | Blog
Christmas is listed as a stressful life event. So whilst the festive season may be a wonderful and joyous time for some people enjoying warm social/family gatherings, it can be a traumatic and stressful period for others. There are multiple reasons way this time of...
by Nicola | Nov 30, 2015 | Blog
Isolation hurts. Loneliness is a serious threat to body, brain and mind health. It is incredible that a sense of loneliness – an intangible feeling – leads to tangible changes in the body. Specifically, researchers have now discovered the mechanisms by...
