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I was recently reminded of a story from author Jack Canfield. Two salespeople were doing exactly the same job, with the same skills, selling the same product. Yet one earned significantly more than the other. Curious, the lower-paid salesperson asked, “How do you manage to earn so much more per
Whenever something tragic happens, we often say the same thing: “If you need anything, call me.” It’s said with kindness and good intentions, and most people genuinely mean it. But here’s what I’ve learned, grieving people won’t call. Not because they don’t need support. Not because they choose loneliness. But
If you’d told me years ago I could watch a full series of my favourite TV shows back-to-back, or that a box office release would be available at home within weeks, I wouldn’t have believed you. The thought occurred mid-binge on Netflix. Within a couple of evenings, I’d almost finished
There have never been more opportunities to share what we think about someone or something. A few taps on a keyboard and our opinions on someone’s work, service, writing, performance, even where to eat or holiday are out in the world. Immediate, visible and often permanent. But somewhere in the
Finally! It feels like winter is on its last legs, though, to be honest, the same could probably be said for me. I’m just getting over a horrific cold and a bug that outstayed its welcome about a week ago. Anyone I’ve grumbled to about feeling unwell, has instantly blamed
I truly believe that everybody has a talent. Every single one of us is born with a unique gift. Some are immediately obvious and widely celebrated. Incredible singing voices, natural rhythm and charisma on the dance floor, being a talented musician or athlete. Others are quieter and less obvious. But
I noticed a tiny blob high up on my bedroom wall. In the half-light, and without my glasses, I was briefly horrified, convinced it was a spider. Once I put my specs on, I realised it was just a small damp patch. I checked it again that evening, squinted, tilted
For many, times are hard and money’s scarce. And on the surface we know that digging a financial hole to celebrate Christmas isn’t a great idea, yet getting swept along with the festivities is surprisingly easy to do. There’s payday loans, Klarna, and other “interest-free” temptations around every corner, the
I have the same thought most mornings, “Well, let’s see what today brings.” Like most people, I have some kind of expectation about what the day ahead holds for me. I run through the day in my mind’s eye. I base my thoughts partly on what’s going on in my
According to researchers at Cornell University, the average adult makes around 35,000 decisions every day. Most are so small we barely notice them, when and how we brush our teeth, what to eat, or choosing to have yet another “five minutes” scrolling on our phone before bed. On their own,