Blog
Here you’ll find my writings on money, mindset, EFT – and weight loss.
Good health has been a big part of my life’s focus for many years, and I’d love to share with you what I’ve learned. If you’d like to dip into any blog category in particular, just click on the button below.
The Baby Boomer Bonanza: How the Wealthiest Generation is Living Large and Planning Smart and impacting every area of Society
Are you part of the Baby Boomers, the dynamic generation born between 1946 and 1964? They are living proof that age is just a number. 60 really is the new 40 and with life expectancy in Australia saying you will live to 86 on average, there are many years to enjoy....
The Money Mystery: Why It’s Tough for Women to Ask for Money
Imagine you're at a party, and you spot someone with the last piece of cake. You really want it, but something holds you back from asking. Why do we struggle to ask for what we want? Now, swap that cake for a raise, investment, or to be paid for work you have done as...
What is success
Have you ever stopped to ask yourself this question? What are you actually trying to achieve in life? Different perspectives for ideas on success For most of my life I have been trying to get through to the end of the day sane. (I get it). I had 8 children – 4 boys...
Happiness = Success
I wonder does happiness = success? Feeling good isn’t just great for your life – it also makes it much easier to make money. So, what does your mood have to do with money? 1. Easier decision-making When you are feeling good your brain works better. The frontal cortex...
I want to be happier
If I were to ask you what you want most in life my guess is most people will say some version of “I want to be happier” Starting in 1938, two researchers from Harvard, - Robert Waldinger and Marc Schulz, followed 724 people as they lived out their lives. This is the...
Does hard work produce results?
We all grew up being told that if we wanted to succeed in life, we have to work hard, but is this really true? Is hard work actually the key to success? It sounds like it should be true. More hours, more effort – surely that is how you get better results. When we...
Fear is something we all understand
Fear is something we all understand and have felt many times, possibly even daily. And sometimes fear is valuable. It is good to be wary around snakes and spiders. It is good to stay away from the edge of the cliff. And it is good to check out those spots on your...
Stress Hormones and Weight Gain: Your Body’s Tricky Relationship
Stress is like that unexpected guest who barges into your life uninvited, overstaystheir welcome, and often brings a lot of emotional baggage. But did you know thatstress can also bring along some physical baggage, in the form of extra pounds? Let's talk about how...
Deep-fried Happiness – How stress turns joy to crispy despair
In today's relentless and demanding world, stress has become an unwelcome side dish in the banquet of life. It sizzles and crackles in our minds, leaving us with a bitter aftertaste. Stress, when allowed to linger, acts as a deep-fryer for happiness, transforming it...
The Intricate Dance: Stress and Weight Gain
Today we are taking a deep exploration of the intricate dance between stress and weight gain. In today's fast-paced world, stress has become an unwelcome companion for many. But did you know that this seemingly intangible force can have a tangible impact on our...