GoInspireMe
johndabell
Imagine if we could have a ‘GoInspireMe’ site where people can ‘donate’ motivational and energising messages of support. I recently posted this idea on the social media platform X and…
motivation
Cancer And The Self-Contract
I was recently asked how I motivate myself on the days when I don’t really feel like going for a walk outside. It’s a good question because it gets to…
The Michelin Mindset Of Positivity
Positive thinking is not McMindfulness or a quick fix of junk food for the brain. This is fine dining where the ingredients have been carefully chosen and the dishes have…
Be A Twinkle Dispenser
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Cancer And Being A Warrior
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Cancer And Free-Range Optimism
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Cancer And Mottoes
Let’s start with a joke from The Lion King: “What is a motto? I dunno, what is a motto with you?!” Do you have a motto or mantra to express…
Neg Ferrets Et Al.
We all work with them. They tend to be in every workplace. These are the people that are the flies in the ointment. They are often toxic. They change the…
Do You Know My Name Sir?
How many teachers really know their students?
Teaching Children The 40% Rule
Our bodies are capable of much more than we think. I know this because I went through 6 weeks of daily radiotherapy and chemo. Okay, if you have a medical…