Blog - Essential Difference

Dec 25 2023

A Fresh Start

As the calendar turns its pages to 2024, a new year unfolds before us, and the opportunity to make a fresh start is waiting. It serves as a powerful reminder that each day, each moment, is an opportunity to a start fresh, to rewrite the script of your life, and to shape a future that aligns with your heart. Step into the new year with purpose and possibility The notion of beginnings carries a profound significance, for it embodies the essence of renewal and growth. In a world where change is the only constant, the dawn of a new year […]

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Dec 4 2023

Minimising stress and maximising joy during the festive season

The upcoming holiday season, particularly Christmas, is often considered to be associated with joy, warmth, and togetherness. However, it’s no secret that the festivities can also bring along a plethora of demands, emotional turmoil, and psychological stress. In the pursuit of creating the perfect holiday and the perfect Christmas gathering, many people find themselves overwhelmed and exhausted. Can you relate? The Pressure of Perfect Holidays: The cultural narrative around Christmas often emphasizes extravagant decorations, elaborate feasts, and an abundance of gifts. While these traditions can bring a feeling of happiness and a sense of success, it can also set unrealistic

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Jul 10 2023

Helpful vs Unhelpful

Life is a journey of transformation. Discover how thoughts, emotions, actions, and habits can shift from helpful to unhelpful and vice versa.

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Jun 19 2023

Embrace Life with Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Life is an adventure. It’s a journey that weaves together moments of joy and challenges. However, at times, we find ourselves entangled in painful thoughts, emotions, and experiences full of stress and anxiety, preventing us from fully embracing the present moment. Today, I want to share with you how to embrace life with Acceptance Commitment Therapy. A powerful approach, which can help guide you through stress and anxiety, and towards a life of fulfilment, with increased resilience, and authentic self-expression. A Therapeutic Approach Making Room for What Truly Matters, even in the Face of Stress ACT is a powerful therapeutic

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Jun 14 2023

Unleashing Your Potential

Unleashing Your Potential is as simple as it is complex! And that is because in life, we often encounter crossroads that demand a choice between the safe, familiar route and the bold, unknown path. Choosing a path, that’s challenging and uncertain holds the promise of growth, transformation, and unparalleled opportunities as it requires us to step outside our comfort zone, confront fears, and embrace the unknown. This is a recipe for discovering parts of yourself that you may not know are there until you need to use them. In this blog, I will delve into the essence of how turning

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Mar 7 2023

Repeating the Practice: A Journey to Self-Discovery, Resilience, and Fulfilment

Have you ever wondered how repeating the practice can transform your life? By committing to regular self-care activities, you can deepen your self-awareness, manage stress, and align your actions with your values. But what does it really entail? What are the challenges involved, and what are the benefits you can expect? Let’s explore the fascinating world of repeating the practice and uncover its transformative power. Have you ever thought about why repeating a practice can be so challenging? We live in a world where instant gratification is often the norm, and we are constantly bombarded with messages telling us that

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Jan 12 2023

A Simplified Life

In the beginning it seems simple, uncomplicated as it often is, but not always, meaning that in the very beginning of life there are very few requirements to survive; food, water, shelter. To thrive, on the other hand, a few other ingredients are required. My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style. Maya Angelou Life sometimes becomes complicated. It’s like the biggest hamburger stack you’ve ever seen. One that has an extraordinary number of layers, perhaps for some, it’s difficult to see

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Dec 16 2022

Self-Care Hidden Hazards

Having worked within the health industry for over 10 years, I frequently hear the term health and wellness. And with a comprehensive array of occupations fitting under the wellness banner nowadays, health and wellness services are abundant and widely available. While many accredited health and wellness providers are generally accessible due to rebates or subsidies, what happens if obstacles arise in utilising these services? While many of us are familiar with self-help tools and strategies available from online sources, books, and healthcare services, applying readily available tools is commonly more complex. Can I share something with you? Lurking beneath the

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Nov 15 2022

TRANSFORMING CHAOS INTO PEACEFULNESS

From what I hear in my community, most people describe every day as ‘busy’, accompanied by a heavy sigh. It’s a fair expression of our current lives, and I wonder if there is a space where a complete absence of chaos exists. Is ‘busy’ the relatable conversation starter of the ‘chaotic’ norm? The familiar feelings of pressure and overwhelm. Are we expecting ourselves to accept this as the new reality and live accordingly regardless of the cost to our health and wellbeing? What are your thoughts? “It comes the very moment you wake up each morning. All your wishes and

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Oct 2 2022

BeTREAT: Daylesford 2022

A Nourishing Journey of the Self Recently I facilitated BeTREAT, a 3-day personal development program situated in the beautiful Daylesford valley in country Victoria. The program offered participants a mini holiday to create an enjoyable, supportive space where each person was welcomed just as they were. Focusing on the acceptance of oneself, with an overall intention to naturally flow with any unfolding desires for personal transformation. A key element to the overall joy of running this event was providing flexibility to adapt the program as needed. Each participant brought such depth, richness, and their own journey to work with, and

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