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How to get all three 'brains' working together

Try using your head, your heart and your gut the next time you need to make a big decision.

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29th Aug. 2019 12:08 PM

There is recent evidence to suggest that we have multiple "brains” in our bodies, with three main ones identified as the head or cerebral brain, the heart brain and the gut brain.

Feedback might be just the encouragement you need

Something as simple as a pat on the back or uplifting comment is a powerful motivator.

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22nd Aug. 2019 12:08 PM

Realising that someone has observed you doing something and has made the effort to provide feedback can be great motivation.

How are you really? We are great at hiding the truth

Psychological pain may not have any outward signs, so follow your intuition when checking in with friends and family if...

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15th Aug. 2019 12:08 PM

Psychological pain is not always visible, particularly if the person has mastered the art of the cover-up.

Don't repeat the same mistakes due to fear of moving on

To be effective at work and home we need to remove buried emotions from past hurt.

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01st Aug. 2019 12:08 PM

You can step above the line to more effective behaviour by letting go of past emotional issues.

The near-death experience that brought moment of clarity

Sometimes it takes a shock to the system to wake up to what you really want to do.

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25th July 2019 12:07 PM

Waking up after the heart monitor has flatlined is the ultimate reality check.

How are your beliefs shaping you?

When a view becomes part of us, it may do good or harm, so make sure your thoughts are headed in the right direction.

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18th July 2019 12:07 PM

The placebo effect can produce real, positive results on a person's health.

Why we search for meaning in the workplace

The surprising truth about what motivates us - and it is not only about the money.

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04th July 2019 12:07 PM

Once someone feels they are being fairly paid, they start looking for something more from their job.

Why we need to learn to trust ourselves

Believing in yourself is critical to achieving those desired changes in life.

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27th June 2019 12:06 PM

If you were to trust yourself, what would be the first step you'd take and what would be the result you'd want?

Serendipity can set you on a new path in life

Many of the moments that change our lives are not the ones we consciously plan.

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20th June 2019 12:06 PM

We all experience moments and interactions that are just meant to be and many are fleeting.

Reflection provides a path to self-discovery

Reconnecting with important times and places in your life can help in the search for meaning.

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13th June 2019 12:06 PM

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