Why busy is not better
Positive StepsSadhbh Dunne In a world where we all lead such different lives, it seems that a lot of us have something in common. We’re busy. Pings from emails, WhatsApp and Teams are just some of the things that are part and parcel of our daily environment, and it can be a lot to handle. […]
Don’t let negative self-talk get in the way of your goals this year
Positive StepsSadhbh Dunne The New Year’s Eve fireworks barely fizzle out before people’s attention turns to resolutions and goals for the year ahead. The annual temporal landmark of January can serve as a reenergiser, giving you the jump start you need to make the changes you have been mulling over. It’s often a truly great […]
Take back control of your life
Positive StepsSadhbh Dunne Do you ever feel as though life is just happening to you? That your cards have been dealt and handed to you, and there is little you can do to sway this? Perhaps you need to work on your sense of agency, your sense of control. Agency is a really interesting concept […]
Why you should make room for passions…
…and how to find yours Positive StepsSadhbh Dunne Have you ever been asked, or thought about, what your passions in life are? It’s quite a big question, and if nothing comes to mind you might feel a little insecure or panicked. In this piece we will explore passions a little bit more to see what […]
Minding our minds in the digital age
Positive StepsSadhbh Dunne The advancement of technology in recent years has transformed how we interact with the world, bringing with it both new opportunities and challenges in the realm of mental health. While technology offers tools that can make mental-health support more accessible, it also introduces new stressors, particularly through the impacts of social media […]
Is it stress or anxiety?
Positive StepsSadhbh Dunne The terms ‘stress’ and ‘anxiety’ are sometimes used interchangeably, so much so that is hard to know what separates them. They can both feel similar, but they are different experiences that require different approaches. It could be useful to understand where one begins and the other ends, as recognising the difference between […]
Juggling too much?
Positive StepsSadhbh Dunne Have you ever felt that you are neglecting some aspect of your life? That something isn’t getting the attention that it should, but you can see no way of correcting this? If so, you are not alone. Often people feel stressed or even guilty if they find themselves in this situation. Trying […]
Failures are stepping stones to success
Positive StepsSadhbh Dunne We have all experienced failure in one of its many forms at some point throughout our lives. Business, relationship, educational or financial failures are a common and mostly unavoidable part of life. When greeted with failure, there are a number of steps you can take to cope to lessen its impact. First […]
Is your workplace psychologically safe?
Positive StepsSadhbh Dunne You may have heard the phrase ‘psychological safety’ bandied about, in reference to workplaces. If you’re not sure what exactly it refers to, here’s a simple explainer. In its most basic form it refers to a climate where workers feel comfortable in expressing their ideas, questions and concerns without having any fear […]
Reaping rewards from the great outdoors
Positive StepsSadhbh Dunne The benefits of the outdoors have long been lauded in terms of how it can positively affect both physical and mental well-being. With so much time being spent on screen these days, during both work and leisure time, people are typically spending a reduced amount of time outdoors in nature. This could […]