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A HELPING HAND TO BE THE CHANGE YOU WANT
Sometimes we see quotes like the Mahatma Gandhi quote and it seems so simple. And it can be disheartening when we try and find ourselves going back to where we started.
That's where a little support can be of help just to get us going until we can keep going all by ourselves.
We reach out for help in other areas of our lives, e.g. when we learn to drive a car or ride a bicycle. I like the bicycle analogy, we start off with stabilizers, then maybe a parent or older brother or sister running beside us as we venture out on only two wheels. We may fall and get help to get up and then with trial and error we find we can do it on our own.
The same is true when we come across changes in our lives which bring up emotional and behavioural challenges in our lives. In those time a little know how and support can make all the difference.
So to find out more how hypnotherapy can help you stabilise your life so that you can get back in control, CONTACT me at ACT-Hypnotherapy for a free no obligation consultation.
Looking forward to talking to you.
Kind Regards Andy
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A HELPING HAND TO BE THE CHANGE YOU WANT Sometimes we see quotes like the Mahatma Gandhi quote and it seems so simple. And it can be disheartening when we try and find ourselves going back to where we started. That's where a little support can be of help just to get us going until we can keep going all by ourselves. We reach out for help in other areas of our lives, e.g. when we learn to drive a car or ride a bicycle. I like the bicycle analogy, we start off with stabilizers, then maybe a parent or older brother or sister running beside us as we venture out on only two wheels. We may fall and get help to get up and then with trial and error we find we can do it on our own. The same is true when we come across changes in our lives which bring up emotional and behavioural challenges in our lives. In those time a little know how and support can make all the difference. So to find out more how hypnotherapy can help you stabilise your life so that you can get back in control, CONTACT me at ACT-Hypnotherapy for a free no obligation consultation. Looking forward to talking to you. Kind Regards Andy
When are you going to start your next adventure? We all have dreams that we want to fulfil in our lives, whether that's in our professional lives or in our personal lives and yet something stops us! The good news is that you have notices and are looking for a way to get over that block. Imagine what it would be like when you find yourself making progress towards that dream, noticing bits of the jigsaw falling into place, finding solutions and opportunities just come your way. At ACT Personal Development we help with developing that adventurer mindset (through coaching, hypnotherapy & trainings) so that you have greater choice, control, confidence, resilience and a sense of fun and enjoyment. So gives us a call (www.act-pd.co.uk) and start that adventure with a simple chat and see what happens. We are looking forward to meeting you. Best Wishes Andrzej & Mel
Living the life you want - by updating your emotional sat nav so that you have the latest solutions. Life is a complicated thing with many demands, knowns, unknowns, fears and pleasures. Luckily we have a miracle in our brains and that's our mind - a kind of personal emotional sat nav. It helps us navigate life's complexity without thinking. The wisdom of our life experience and solutions are programmed into it. However on occasion we come across a road block, maybe road works or an accident that can slow down our progress or stop us all together. It could be unexpected changes in our lives, redundancies, take overs at work, relationship breakdown, illness, menopause, mid-life crisis, bereavement, imposter syndrome, aging. I'm sure you can name your own. That's when we have to update our SAT NAV to get through, around or over the block so we can, Move Forward. How do we do that? By re-establishing connection to the part of our brain that is rational, creative and can find the solutions. Remember the stuck-ness is because we are lost in the unhelpful emotional responses to the road blocks. 🌟One simple way to do that is - "In any given moment Breathe and Relax" This calms the Negative Nigel that sometimes kicks in when stressed so that we can think clearly and come up with a solution and plan. 🌟And remember you have longer than you think. Use that time to compose yourself. And of course you can contact ACT for help with those road blocks. In a safe and confidential space, together we can gain clarity, focus and develop resilience and confidence so that you can find a quicker way through the blocks. Better still we help you understand how the mind is programmed so going forward you can make the tweaks yourself and experience that sweet feeling of self reliance. Andrzej
Apparently, today is the first day of spring (but no one told the weather) traditionally it is a time for spring cleaning. So this spring, why not do a spring clean on your mind - what old thoughts and habits are you holding onto that you could let go of? What would it be more useful to be doing and believing?
There are no great people in the world, only great challenges which ordinary people rise to meet! (William Frederick Halsey Jr) Though it doesn't hurt to be prepared to make the journey to success less bumpy. On the 13thFebruary 2024 - ACT are running a Free online workshop to share with you three simple and yet powerful tools to help you up your resilience game. Discover some anxiety busting tools and have fun along the way. Give yourself the gift of resilience. Book via this link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/develop-your-resilience-tickets-810223078037?aff=oddtdtcreator We are looking forward to meeting you. Best Wishes Andrzej and Mel
How does a scarf, CO2 and a thumb trap help us be more resilient? Thank you to every one that took part in our Resilience workshop. It was good fun. We learnt about the brain and the two minds that reside within it, with their own personalities and responsibilities. But more importantly we learnt how to maximise the use of both minds so that we have optimal Resilience. But what good is Resilience if we don't know when to use it - that's where awareness of our triggers and the SCARF model (David Rock) comes in. If you wasn't on the workshop don't worry - go to the link below and get the handout and see a link to our you-tube training, where you will learn how a scarf, CO2 and a thumb trap does in fact help develop resilience. https://act-pd.co.uk/free-resources/ Looking forward to connecting with you. Best Wishes Andrzej and Mel.
Resilience - Bounce-back-ability We are approaching a NEW YEAR so start it off with a big fat positive bounce!! And get a head start. At ACT we are offering a FREE fun online workshop to reveal some of the secrets to resilience. Discover anxiety-busting tips to help you deal with uncertainty and challenge so that you can become more optimistic, more curious and open to new experiences and challenges. To book go to eventrbite : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bounce-back-abilityresilience-tickets-753212638277?aff=oddtdtcreator Or pass on this Resilience Workshop flier to someone in your life that could benefit from tried and tested resilience building strategies - What a wonderful start to their year. https://act-pd.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Copy-of-Resilience-QR-A5.pdf Looking forward to seeing some of you at the event. Kind Regards Andrzej & Mel
Resilience - Bounce Back-ability If you are wanting to start the New Year with a new optimism and ability to deal with all your challenges - old and new, then this FREE Resilience workshop is for you. You will learn about the causes of anxiety, stress and worry and the triggers that cause us to react in an unhelpful un-resilient way - i.e. David Rock's SCARF model. But more importantly what to do about them, putting you back in control. Imagine that! This is a fun workshop with like minded individuals where you will get to learn some new and powerful life hacks and strategies. So go on follow this link and make this a special present to yourself or someone you care about. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bounce-back-abilityresilience-tickets-753212638277?aff=oddtdtcreator Looking forward seeing you on the 9th January. Andrzej & Mel
Reticular Activating System (RAS) Its the part that looks out for information that is useful to you. The RAS filters all the information you are being bombarded with and just picks out the things that match your values and aspirations. That's why when you are thinking of buying a new car or any time you seem to see it all then time. The RAS can therefore be used to support you in making changes in your life. If you clearly define what is important to you, what you want it will find things that support that change. (Note:The same is true if our minds are orientated towards the negative) To program the RAS so it works for you, define clearly your vision, what you want, what you will see, hear and feel as well as any first steps. To find out more contact us at ACT - www.act-pd.co.uk Best Wishes Andrzej & Mel
Feeling Stressed, Worried, Overwhelmed Then join me for a relaxing breath. Every day we get to start a new. So why not start with a NEW DAY resolution - that's 365 opportunities to change and do one small change every day. Small changes lead to fitter and healthier minds. One of the best small changes is to take a couple minutes, when stressed, to breath and relax, So join me for a breather just for a couple of minutes-The one in this post is called balanced breathing, balancing the sympathetic and para-sympathetic nerve systems - leading to an alert and yet calm state. Have fun with it. Just follow the ball as you breath in and out. Additionally, I offer a FREE no obligation consultation where we can talk about what you want to change. I'll share with you how the mind works how it can throw up unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, but more importantly what we can do about them. Remember you need not suffer, there is a brighter future. Looking forward to hearing from you. Best Wishes Andrzej https://act-hypnotherapy.com/contact-us/
NATIONAL TRAIN YOUR BRAIN DAY A Positive Mind finds opportunity in Everything 😊 Often when people talk about being positive they talk about "Unbounded Positivity". The positivity that holds on to an ideal future with the belief that if we hold onto it enough it will come about. Of course there is some truth in that strategy and I'm sure it works and has worked for many. After all like Captain Sensible once said " If you don't have a dream how's that dream gonna come true?" However on occasion we can remain stuck in "Wishful thinking". It feels like we are going on holiday but not taking into account where we are starting from. Sometimes we need some other positive perspectives to get us unstuck. Here are two that focus us on our inherent resources and the here and now. -Positive awareness. This is where we start noticing what is positive in our situation. Often when our attention is captured by negative thoughts (e.g. anxiety, depression, anger) we are blind to all the resources that are available to us. This is a little bit like looking for our keys when we are overwhelmed with worry. The key are there but can't be seen. So creating a habit of noticing what is positive in any situation can unlock our minds and get us into action. -The other positive is to have an optimistic mindset. Optimism can be thought of as a belief that things will work out, that our actions will bear fruit. Instead of having a negative outcome we hold positive thoughts about the future. “Whether you think you can, or you think you can't--you're right.”- (Henry Ford) So adopt a optimistic mindset and those opportunities will become more available. Remember success comes in CANs. So if you want to find out more about how to get a more resilient mind, feel more confident and optimistic contact us at ACT Personal Development where we have lots of good stuff to share. Looking forward to meeting you. Andrzej & Mel
We are more resilient than we often give ourselves credit for, but it is always good to develop our flexibility to avoid stress and burnout. Check out the resources on our website to help - we are currently running a series of blog posts and there is also a resilience factsheet and a video on our YouTube channel - you can find everything here https://act-pd.co.uk/how-to-boost-your-resilience-1/
If you would like tips on how to boost your personal resilience check out our blog post (link in bio) we also have a free downloadable factsheet and a video on our Youtube channel - we've got you covered :-) #resilience #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealth #worldmentalhealthday #worldmentalhealthday2023 #successmindset #growthmindset #personaldevelopment #selfhelp #personalgrowth #actpd #actionchangesthings #motivationalquotes #inspirationalquotes #quoteoftheday #willdurant
I love that quote as it so playfully communicates that we all have blind spots. The jar in this context is our minds and what’s hidden on the label is our “Potential”. Our potential, or aspects of it are can be hidden from us. The GOOD NEWS is that Hypnotherapy addresses those blind spots so that we get access to all the good stuff that is in our minds, all that creative thinking, solution finding and to be frank all the fun stuff. Read this blog on the Johari's window to help you know where to look for those blind spots and the hidden potential within them. https://act-hypnotherapy.com/blind-spots/ If you want to find out more how to resolve your blind spot's whether there is something stopping you moving forward or you need a fresh perspective or just want to have more control and fun in your life contact me at ACT Hypnotherapy. Wishing you all the best. Andrzej & Mel
Did you know we have a selection of free resources on our website? Check out the Free resources page for a variety of tools such as a wheel of life, hero's journey worksheet, resilience factsheets etc - we have more to come soon so do check back!
"Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships." – Michael Jordan So if you are looking for a tribe to share and explore your personal development interests in, whether personally or within the work environment, why not try ACT Ideas Exchange. Tuesday 13th June - FREE Online Meetup This group is for you if you are interested in personal development and exploring your potential and even more importantly applying what you know in a practical and meaningful way. Like the old adage says - if two people meet and exchange £1 then each walks away with one pound. If two people meet and exchange an idea then each walks away with two ideas. Book your place now - https://fb.me/e/1abmPiD5b We hope you join us on this exciting adventure into self-awareness and potential. Best Wishes Andrzej & Mel #meetup #collaboration #onlineevent #onlinemeetup #personaldevelopment #personalgrowth #selfhelp #growthmindset #successmindset #goalsetting #mentalwellbeing #learningtogether #actpd #actionchangesthings #grouplearning #onlinelearning #zoommeetup #developyourpotential #unlockyourpotential #swindon #swindonmeetup
Join a group of like-minded people sharing ideas and top tips for personal development and growth. Just bring one idea and leave with many! When: 13th June, 7-9pm (UK) Where: Online (Zoom) Book your place now - https://fb.me/e/1abmPiD5b This group is for you if you are interested in personal development and exploring your potential and even more importantly applying what you know in a practical and meaningful way. ACT Ideas exchange is what it says on the tin, a place we can gather together as a group to share personal development ideas, what works for us, our insights and successes. So if you want to be part of ACT Idea exchange and are happy to share and be open to others' points of view, then come along and say "Hi" you will receive a warm welcome. All we ask is that you bring one idea - maybe a favourite personal development book, quote, or even a poem to add into the mix. We look forward to seeing you.
Book now for the ACT Ideas Exchange - a free online meetup on 13th June (7-9pm) for anyone interested in personal growth. Bring one idea (maybe a favourite book, quote etc) and go away with many! Book your place now - https://fb.me/e/1abmPiD5b We look forward to seeing you 😀