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A psychological road-map out of lockdown

Audrey Tang

Mar 25
6 min

A psychological road-map out of lockdown

Many people surprisingly have expressed mixed feelings about socialising again, about getting busy

The most effective phrase to move forward "What can I do that will help best right now?"

Audrey Tang

Mar 23
4 min

The most effective phrase to move forward "What can I do that will help best right now?"

it is ok to fear or worry, that often has loss of love at the root. But, do not let those feelings paralyse you. You can still GIVE love

A simple affirmation to avoid self-righteousness

Audrey Tang

Mar 1
4 min

A simple affirmation to avoid self-righteousness

when we are let down, or put out in some way, an automatic negative thought may well be "Is it (because of) me?!"

Clear communication: one of the best ways to establish - and rebuild trust in organisations

Audrey Tang

Feb 28
6 min

Clear communication: one of the best ways to establish - and rebuild trust in organisations

If you are a person of integrity, then a breach of trust is often not even your fault, but the problem can end up on your lap.

Ask people what THEY want, and assert your role in relation to that

Audrey Tang

Jan 20
4 min

Ask people what THEY want, and assert your role in relation to that

Being explicit with your wants is helpful for two reasons: You both know the realistic starting point You can decide on your input

Helplessness in one area, doesn't mean helplessness in all - don't let your emotions overwhelm you

Audrey Tang

Jan 8
6 min

Helplessness in one area, doesn't mean helplessness in all - don't let your emotions overwhelm you

Whatever you are going through – it is your emotional & mental fortitude that will give you the push to keep going.

We're not in the same boat - we're in the same storm...find hope in, and be hope for - others

Audrey Tang

Jan 5
4 min

We're not in the same boat - we're in the same storm...find hope in, and be hope for - others

It is not a case of schadenfreude, but a shared understanding that we are all going through this right now - BE that "hope" for each other.

5 tips to get out of "survival mode" and start to thrive.

Audrey Tang

Jan 4
8 min

5 tips to get out of "survival mode" and start to thrive.

You do best for others, by looking after yourself. Self care is not what makes us selfish, it is what ensures we are at our peak for others

Helping aging parents who just "don't want to be a bother"

Audrey Tang

Jan 3
7 min

Helping aging parents who just "don't want to be a bother"

To anyone with whom this resonates - you're not alone, you're a good person, and all you can do is your best at whatever is in your power.

In a time of crisis, ask first "How will this response help"?

Audrey Tang

Dec 29, 2020
6 min

In a time of crisis, ask first "How will this response help"?

this is as much a personal request as a professional one if you are part of someone's support network - always ask yourself before reacting

Pretty little lies: Why I don't get involved in "Other people's psychodramas"

Audrey Tang

Dec 15, 2020
5 min

Pretty little lies: Why I don't get involved in "Other people's psychodramas"

no matter what you tell yourself, it doesn't remove the gravity your behaviour may have had on yourself - or on others.

Why we need to set our own boundaries and how gratitude can help

Audrey Tang

Nov 18, 2020
4 min

Why we need to set our own boundaries and how gratitude can help

When we want something, we value it more than all the other things in its context.

Audrey Tang

Nov 10, 2020
4 min

5 helpful tips when asking for help!

I write a lot about the importance of asking for help, but thought I should take a quick look at how one might go about doing it.

Self care is about self respect...and NEEDS to be self "ish"

Audrey Tang

Nov 9, 2020
4 min

Self care is about self respect...and NEEDS to be self "ish"

Learning self-compassion – seeing value in your actions & words, not least because they have an impact on others is as much about respect...

I don't...Dealing with the psychological effects of a postponed wedding

Audrey Tang

Nov 5, 2020
6 min

I don't...Dealing with the psychological effects of a postponed wedding

I gave comments to "Hitched" regarding cancellation of weddings during the first Lockdown - they still offer support.

Lost love in the time of lockdown. 5 Question relationship audit

Audrey Tang

Oct 21, 2020
4 min

Lost love in the time of lockdown. 5 Question relationship audit

Was lockdown's “pause button” on your routine an opportunity to reconnect or realise the "routine" was the paper over cracks?

Audrey Tang

Oct 17, 2020
5 min

Friends are not your marketing minions!

You cannot judge people by the amount of interaction they have with YOUR pet projects!!

"Don't tell anyone but..." The sharing of a secret - greatest gift AND greatest abuse of trust.

Audrey Tang

Oct 16, 2020
4 min

"Don't tell anyone but..." The sharing of a secret - greatest gift AND greatest abuse of trust.

While gossip may be a form of bonding - it attracts only those who, simply, wish to bond over gossip.

Celebrate the do-er in you - just be mindful who you do it for

Audrey Tang

Oct 14, 2020
5 min

Celebrate the do-er in you - just be mindful who you do it for

we can get so focused on "doing" we neglect the other elements of success - being and loving which re-energise us

Amigos para siempre? Friends for life or just for now?

Audrey Tang

Oct 13, 2020
7 min

Amigos para siempre? Friends for life or just for now?

A true “for life”, or “good” connection (in a friendship or relationship) is hard to find

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FEATURED POSTS

Hey "new normal" - how about we rebalance "work-life" with the addition of "play"?

It can usually be done - it's just hard!

10 ways to get through the last weeks of lockdown

All Articles

A psychological road-map out of lockdown

The most effective phrase to move forward "What can I do that will help best right now?"

A simple affirmation to avoid self-righteousness

Clear communication: one of the best ways to establish - and rebuild trust in organisations

Ask people what THEY want, and assert your role in relation to that

Helplessness in one area, doesn't mean helplessness in all - don't let your emotions overwhelm you

We're not in the same boat - we're in the same storm...find hope in, and be hope for - others

5 tips to get out of "survival mode" and start to thrive.

Helping aging parents who just "don't want to be a bother"

In a time of crisis, ask first "How will this response help"?

Pretty little lies: Why I don't get involved in "Other people's psychodramas"

Why we need to set our own boundaries and how gratitude can help

5 helpful tips when asking for help!

Self care is about self respect...and NEEDS to be self "ish"

I don't...Dealing with the psychological effects of a postponed wedding

Lost love in the time of lockdown. 5 Question relationship audit

Friends are not your marketing minions!

"Don't tell anyone but..." The sharing of a secret - greatest gift AND greatest abuse of trust.

Celebrate the do-er in you - just be mindful who you do it for

Amigos para siempre? Friends for life or just for now?

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CPD provider 21190

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Hey "new normal" - how about we rebalance "work-life" with the addition of "play"?

It can usually be done - it's just hard!

10 ways to get through the last weeks of lockdown

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