Remembering The Kindness Of Women
On International Women's Day Who Are The Women From Your Past and Your Present You'd Like To Say Thank You To On International Women's Day?
Jackee Holder
Professional & Personal Coach, Author, Speaker & Journal Coach, Life Is A Work In Progress!
Why Give A Young Girl A Journal?
In this age of digital addictions why are more young women turning to the privacy of a journal and notebook? And why it makes sense on International Women's day to give a young girl a journal or notebook and encourage her to get writing.
Walking By Nature
A good long walk around your local neighbourhood could be just what the doctor ordered. It begs the question how well do you know your local neighbourhood and what are you missing?
The Grit and Grace Of Personal Writing
With a personal inquiry as to how much is okay to reveal when writing about the difficult stuff in your journal Psychologies Life Lab expert Jackee Holder reflects on the death of Psychologies columnist Sally Brampton and the challenge of mental health care and funding in modern day UK.
The 'S' Word
Today is National Stationery and in this post Jackee Holder shares her healthy addiction to all things stationery and tells the story of where it all started.
A Poem In Your Pocket
Today is national poem in your pocket day. So I am curious what poem would you carry in your pocket and why? I wonder, what ailment or challenge might your poem help with? And will you be brave enough to either send someone a poem today or read it out loud?
Why Challenge Is A Member Of The Good Life Society?
We often resist challenge and uncertainty in fear of the belief that we won't be able to cope. But what if you recognised the medicine and good stuff concealed in the belly of any challenge that comes your way?
Be The Love You Long For
A writer reflects on being single again and how she got herself through St Valentines day
Fifty Beyond and Counting
I was moved by the recent interview with Professor Dame Carol Black sharing her views leadership and on turning fifty and how this was the age where she felt most confident and comfortable to take risks.
Why Writing A Journal In 2016 Makes Sense
Discover why it makes sense to start or continue keeping a journal in 2016 and how it helps.
Kindness - Naomi Shibab Nye
A Poem by Arab-American poet Naomi Shihab Nye for World Kindness day. I love this poem and hand scribed it into one of my journals last year.
Memories Of Kindness
We've all experienced being at either the receiving end or the giving end of acts of kindness. World Kindness day reminds us of how rewarding and impactive even the smallest acts of kindness can be. Kindness is a rare and original human gift. Let's celebrate it.
Emerging Women: Women Are Doing It For Themselves
I had a great time at this year's Emerging Women Live 2015 in San Francisco. For those in the know this is the hot ticket of the year with headliners Brene Brown, Elizabeth Gilbert, Jane Goodall and Dr Terarai Trent this is the woman's conference ito light your fire. Here's a few of my highlights of what the weekend meant to me.
Why Bother Keep A Travel Journal?
Is there a point in keeping a travel journal? What do you journal about when travelling? Learn why it makes sense to and how to journal when you're on the move.
Colour Your Life
Did you enjoy colouring as a child? I did? Then you'll be pleased to know that colouring books aimed at adults are back and are hitting the best seller lists. Discover this authors story of colouring and the benefits colouring offers you.
My Tears Dry On Their Own - What Could have Saved Amy?
The film Amy moved me considerably this week and evoked many thoughts about mental health, well-being and how writing can help to change and save lives. I wonder if Amy had used her writing therapeutically may we have had another story?
Looking For Love Part 2
Some favourite tips on ways to build self love using practical application in our everyday lives.
Are You Missing Out On Happiness?
Writing about the good events in your day can make you a happier person.
How To Get Pass Your Limiting Beliefs About Becoming A Writer
Incisive questions can be a great way of challenging your writing assumptions
Writing Retreats Are In The Business Of Getting You Writing
Joseph Heller said, " Every writer I know has trouble writing." I know I often have trouble writing at home when the demands of the day and life take over. That's why I invest in attending regular writing retreats. It's where I make headway on major writing projects each year and where I am my most productive.