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The Power of Forgiveness: Ten Reasons to Forgive a Spouse Who Has Betrayed You
At 57, I've learned a lot about life and relationships. One thing has become clear through the highs and lows: life is too short to hold onto grudges. Betrayal by a spouse, regardless of what it is, cuts deep, but forgiveness is a powerful tool that can bring healing...
The Hidden Wounds: Exploring 10 Non-Sexual Acts of Betrayal
Pause, Reflect, Decide: The Middle-Aged Man's Guide to Choosing Right Reflecting on the dissolution of my 27-year marriage, I'm struck by how betrayal can take many forms beyond the obvious. Betrayal isn't just about infidelity; it's about broken trust in myriad ways...
How to stop and reverse ageing – the mTor pathway
Imagine a tiny switch inside your body that decides when your cells should grow, divide, and use energy. This switch is called mTOR, short for mechanistic Target of Rapamycin. It plays a crucial role in how our cells function, and understanding it can help us manage...
Prebiotics and Probiotics – making gut health easy
Known as the microbiome, your gut is home to millions of bacteria and other microbes—both good and bad—that can influence your health in numerous ways. The key lies in balancing the ratio of good to bad bacteria within the gut microbiome. According to a 2019 review in...
How to silence your inner critic
For years, the inner critic had been a constant companion, whispering doubts and fostering insecurities. The journey to quiet this relentless voice and show me true self-love and self-compassion was neither quick nor easy, but it was transformative. I want to share...
The Johari Window: A Tool for Self-Discovery and Better Relationships
Ever felt like you're not sure who you really are? Or maybe you're struggling to connect with others on a deeper level? If you're like me at the moment, feeling a bit lost and searching for more fulfilment, let me introduce you to something called the Johari Window....
Building Resilience: Choosing to Become Better, Not Bitter
2024 brought me challenges I could have never imagined. Ultimately, I had to decide whether to lose my mind or find it. In my conscious mind, I knew that life is full of challenges, setbacks, and adversities. How we respond to these difficulties often determines the...
Breaking Free: How the 1:3:1 Method Can Transform Your Midlife Stagnation into a Journey of Growth and Fulfillment
Life often unfolds in unexpected ways. For many, reaching middle age can bring a sense of accomplishment, stability, and a deeper understanding of oneself. However, it can also bring feelings of being stuck, a lack of purpose, and a yearning for something more. If you...
Let squirrels judge your life choices – why walking in the forest is good for you!
Cliche or core to recharging your life? Over the last week, I have suffered from cabin fever a few times. I am blessed to live close to the majestic Redwood Forest in Rotorua, New Zealand. Do I ever take advantage of that? Yeah, right. Therefore, I consciously walked...
A Message To The Men I Know
Going through a divorce and other life challenges, I was keeping to myself over recent months. Not to isolate but rather to heal. I am slowly coming out of this phase and have rekindled friendships and met old acquaintances. To my big surprise - virtually everyone is...
Beyond Fight or Flight: Discover the 7 Hidden Trauma Responses Every Person Should Know
Understanding Trauma Responses After a gang assault at the tender age of 13, I changed irreversibly. At first, I was the victim. Within a short period of time, I became a survivor. I became Rambo. It became second nature for me to be on constant alert. To never get...
Is Red Meat Healthy? Lies, Damned Lies and Statistics
Background Scientists have been studying whether eating red meat affects how long we live. Observational studies, where researchers look at groups of people with different habits, are one way to do this. However, these studies can be tricky because other differences...