Endurance vs Resistance / Resistenza vs Resilienza

Endurance is the measure of a person's stamina or persistence. Resilience is the mental ability to recover quickly from depression, illness or misfortune. We often operate in endurance mode even believing this is the best option. However, if used too often or in the wrong circumstances, it could have devastating effects (eg. burnout, stress-related illnesses). … Continue reading Endurance vs Resistance / Resistenza vs Resilienza

Open letter to anyone who needs someone to believe in them / Lettera aperta per chiunque abbia bisogno di qualcuno che creda in lui/lei

We can sometimes shy away from taking ownership of our life, we look to others for answers and... When things do not go our way... We may even blame others... We do not believe in ourselves!... ...You owe it to yourself to take the helm, you are the captain of your life... The sea may … Continue reading Open letter to anyone who needs someone to believe in them / Lettera aperta per chiunque abbia bisogno di qualcuno che creda in lui/lei

Learn from nature / Impara dalla natura

Everything is quieter due to lockdown but nature is in full swing. We can all learn so much from our pets and nature in general. Two things that stand out very clearly for me are: 1. Unconditional love 2. Resilience Take a moment in your day and use all of your senses (see, hear, smell, … Continue reading Learn from nature / Impara dalla natura

Morning tips / Spunti per il mattino

Have you ever felt like not wanting to face the day when you wake up in the morning? Do you feel a sense of sadness, overwhelm, loss or even dread…? Does this affect your day and how well you manage yourself? You are not alone. This is what I have heard people say a lot … Continue reading Morning tips / Spunti per il mattino

How am I really feeling today? / Come mi sento davvero oggi?

These are unsettling times and you may be feeling anxious, frustrated, sad, overwhelmed, tired and tearful (and many other emotions).   For some it may be a mix of emotions that run their course throughout the day (like being on a rollercoaster). Others may feel they are experiencing one emotion (like a broken record). And … Continue reading How am I really feeling today? / Come mi sento davvero oggi?