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I hope that you find my posts interesting and relevant. I also hope that find some of them motivational, while others offer enjoying fresh perspectives, hopefully opening up new possibilities for you in your career, job or business, as you see your world in a different light.
Yet some other posts are simply about things that I found interesting and choose to share, including stories from my life and experiences.
Many of the ideas presented are my own. Others are based upon, or adapted from, the work of others to make them relevant to the issues that I address.
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Leigh D Wilson
Archives
Sleep your way to success: a neuroscientific view
Heal your self-critical mind
Why not knowing is harder than knowing & what to do about it
How to let go of unwanted thoughts
A simple technique for instant stress relief
The unseen battle: understanding your ‘Inner Struggles’
How your breath affects your brain and emotions
Overcoming Self-Doubt Cheat-Sheet
The lasting impact of self-criticism on your physiology

Which form of support would help you the most?
Navigating the world of professional and personal development can be a complex journey. As an individual seeking growth, understanding the different approaches available can greatly enhance your path to success. This article delves into the distinct realms of my Therapeutic Mindset Coaching, Conventional Coaching, and Mentoring, each offering unique benefits tailored to various needs.

Five signs you might need to focus on emotional healing
What is emotional healing? It’s the process by which you recover emotionally and mentally from a negative life experience. You can’t keep tough times from appearing in your life. When you are emotionally healthy and balanced, you deal with those difficult situations that inevitably pop up, and you can move on with your life.

Would you take up my offer?
You can think of your subconscious mind as the world’s most powerful biological supercomputer, far more advanced than any man-made technology.

How powerful is the unconscious mind?
You can think of your subconscious mind as the world’s most powerful biological supercomputer, far more advanced than any man-made technology.

Is a lack of confidence keeping you stuck?
Is a lack of confidence keeping you stuck, putting a ceiling on your career?
In the early parts of our career, we are often working alone or in very small groups doing our thing and so confidence doesn’t really loom as a significant matter.
But as we rise up through the ranks, we can be called upon to speak up at larger meetings, address big events, have difficult conversations with clients or customers etc.

Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall
Life is full of ups and downs and so this quote serves as a reminder that our real strength is shown not by avoiding problems, but by picking ourselves up and moving forward when we do face tough times.

Is self-doubt keeping you stuck?
Self-doubt can feel like a quiet but impassable roadblock, often appearing when as we consider new ventures or stepping outside familiar boundaries. It’s like a voice whispering, “Maybe this isn’t for you,” or “What if you fail?” This doubt makes us feel stuck, like we’re standing at the edge of new possibilities but held back by invisible chains. It’s a frustrating weight, filled with fear and uncertainty.

Is chronic stress doing this to your brain – Part 3?
Now let’s wrap up this series on ‘Is chronic stress doing this to YOUR brain?’ with actionable steps to help you dealing with it. While stress can make your world seem like a grayscale painting, the good news is that there are scientifically-backed methods to bring the colour back into your life.

Is chronic stress doing this to your brain – Part 2?
Chronic stress isn’t just a one-off villain; it can set the stage for long-term issues like depression, a condition so debilitating it’s one of the leading causes of disability around the globe. If you’ve been depressed once, you’re also at a higher risk of falling back into it, especially when stress re-enters the picture.

Is chronic stress doing this to your brain – Part 1?
Perhaps surprisingly, a small dose of stress can be beneficial; it helps you grow and become more resilient. However, when stress becomes a chronic condition—perhaps due to work-related stress, financial problems, a relationship breakdown, a family loss, or enduring harassment—it’s crucial to address it immediately.
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