by Sarah Jones | Sep 7, 2018 | Emotional Support, Emotions Coaching
I heard a young care leaver interviewed today about family. She spoke about the difference between her life experience and those of teenagers who live with their families. She was a resilient, independent 17-year old. When asked if she felt her carers, from the...
by Sarah Jones | Aug 12, 2018 | Emotional Intelligence, Emotions Coaching
Why does saying ‘no’ feel so difficult sometimes? Using the word ‘no’ can make us feel as if we are being selfish. We question ourselves as to how we can put our own needs first when there is someone in front of us who tells us that they need our help. What happens...
by Sarah Jones | Jul 30, 2018 | Emotional Intelligence, Emotions Coaching
Why should anyone be curious about another person? I think that being curious about other people leads to empathy. Our empathy increases when we ask people questions about their lives. After all, when we are in this situation, we know when our answers have...
by Sarah Jones | Jul 30, 2018 | Emotional Intelligence, Emotions Coaching
Do you make full-hearted as opposed to half-hearted decisions? I would like you to think about whether you are approaching any situation in your life in half hearted way, without enthusiasm or energy. Then I would like you to consider how to approach the same...
