June’s Empower focused on discovering your true purpose in life. You may be wondering what knowing your purpose has to do with self-esteem.

If knowing your purpose and living it is key to living a happy, contented life - self-esteem plays a huge role in being able to make that happen. Self-esteem is what allows you to believe you deserve to be happy and enjoy life. When self-esteem is low, its hard to focus on what makes you happy as often the negative self-talk will drown out any positives.

Low self-esteem will have a negative impact on quality of life, affecting confidence and...

In the last blog we looked at self worth and and how it relate to the value we place on ourselves. Following on from that, we’ll explore values, how we determine what’s important to us and why.

If we were asked the question - What are your top 10 values? We would probably answer in different ways. Based on our life experiences and priorities, our value system is as individual as we are - but what exactly are values?

Values are a way of describing what’s most important to us in life and often determine our day-to day and overall priorities. These priorities are likely to...

This month’s newsletter explored self-worth and how for each of us, it ties in with what we believe about ourselves. It can feel as if our belief and values are fixed. In many instances the values we grow up with and are instilled in us, usually from our parents and teachers, are one we take with us through life. They help us navigate the world and give us a sense of ‘knowing’ and belonging. They don’t change much, if at all and they are just what we believe.

When looking at values about ourselves it can be unhelpful for them to be fixed as sometimes the level of...

Throughout September, I have been focusing on the dreams and aspirations mums visualise during the calm of a family break. Often these thoughts for the future end up by the wayside when ‘normality’ resumes. Yet you can change this and create a new reality for you and your family that reflects the lifestyle you truly want and deserve.

To do so, you can start by taking your ‘dream’ and turn it into a ‘goal’. A simple change of mind-set is incredibly powerful and can change your life! With a goal, you can create a plan of action and begin to enjoy the...

The summer holiday can be tricky for mums, with the typical challenge of balancing work and childcare consuming much of your time! Yet the family holiday can offer sporadic moments of calm during which you can truly reflect on your lifestyle and consider whether it is what you want for you and your family. The trouble comes when you return to your normal routine and get little time to continue exploring ways to create a happier, more fulfilled life.

With a bit of careful consideration and planning, you can achieve those holiday dreams. It’s about taking action! In order to achieve...

Knowing your self-worth is priceless. How you see yourself when you look in the mirror is a true reflection of who you are. You want to see a confident, capable person, ready to face the world and tackle anything and everything that’s thrown at you. But does anyone see that when they look in the mirror? And if they do, are they kidding themselves?

Your True Worth
To maintain and nurture your own health and wellbeing, you need to acknowledge your true worth. Introduce quality self-care and time-out for you into your weekly routine. Identify the areas on which you would like to spend...

Self-care by definition is all about you. It’s not selfish to put yourself first. In fact, in some scenarios, it provides a positive advantage. Think about the many ways you endlessly prioritise your children ahead of you and forget about your own needs in the bargain. It may have become second nature to ignore your own needs, but remember: you skip on your self-care at your peril.

Seconds Out
We all know how important your children are and that you would do anything for them. Yet all too often their needs and their place in your life far outweighs the time you allot to yourself....

The preparations for Christmas coupled with additional social events and late nights can leave mums feeling worn out. Early planning can help reduce the stress levels during the festive period, but mums also need to be sure they make time for themselves and their wellbeing to avoid feeling run down over Christmas.

Remembering to take care of yourself in the colder months – and especially through the festive period when Christmas preparations and socialising take priority – is of vital importance. Failing to take good care of yourself could result in feeling exhausted, run down...

The ‘perfect’ life is something to which many women aspire. The media and television have a lot to answer for; often extolling the virtues of the house with the white picket fence, 2.4 children and a pet Labrador.  But this ‘ideal’ doesn’t suit everybody.  We all have different aspirations, values and lifestyle choices.  It is important to remember that one person’s sunny day is another person’s opportunity to get burnt.  Put simply, we don’t all like the same things.

Aspire For Better
Juggling the roles of being a mum,...

Time is of the essence. As busy mums, we never seem to have enough of it and when we get some to ourselves, we need to make the most of it. Can you remember that last time you did a pastime you really enjoyed, such as reading a book, going for a walk, or perhaps having an uninterrupted bath? If you can’t remember, then it’s likely that you’re not getting enough time to yourself.

A Little Structure
Identifying your ideals can help bring structure to your schedule and reinforce your life balance. As a mum it’s worth considering your goals for your family and yourself,...