Hello Talkers!
When patterns seem like they’re repeating themselves in your life, that’s the opportunity to stop and ask yourself “what is this trying to teach me?”
I’ve had a few recurring patterns lately and by pulling back and asking myself that question I’ve been fairly shocked to discover some things about myself that have been influencing the way I approach certain situations (sorry if I’m being deliberately vague, but I’ll be clarifying in the podcast over the coming weeks since it seems to be related to topics I have coming up).
This week I want to encourage you to reflect on any recurring patterns in your own life and consider what you can learn from them… and remember that if nothing changes then nothing changes, so maybe it’s time to come at things from a different angle.
So without any further ado… greetings and salutations, and a very warm welcome to another newsletter. I hope you enjoy my quick snapshot of my favourite things this week — hopefully at least one of them will make you smile/feel inspired. Have a fantastic week!
Jeremy 🙂
Articles I enjoyed this week:
I decided to try something a little different this week and add in links to some articles I read and enjoyed… I tend to come across a fair bit each week while researching my episodes and so you may find some of these interesting/helpful.
The Conversation ‘Procrastinating is linked to health and career problems – but there are things you can do to stop‘ (some broad ideas to try) https://theconversation.com/procrastinating-is-linked-to-health-and-career-problems-but-there-are-things-you-can-do-to-stop-188322
Black Dog Institute [Australia] ‘Positive psychology resources to support your teen’s mental health’ (a great set of tips about wellbeing that are helpful at any age) https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/news/positive-psychology-resources-to-support-your-teens-mental-health/
The Guardian [Australia edition] ‘Online cultural events can benefit lonely older people, study shows’ (helpful at any age if you’re dealing with loneliness or isolation) https://www.theguardian.com/society/2022/aug/16/online-cultural-events-lonely-older-people-benefit-study
My favourite inspiring posts this week:
My absolute favourite thing this week:
I’ve been doing a lot of work lately on surrendering to the journey and trusting, so when this popped up in my feed it seemed like a good reminder!
My favourite posts from my channels this week:
My favourite quote this week:
“Knowledge of what is possible is the beginning of happiness.”
George Santayana
My content this week:
Thanks for reading and have a fantastic week! JG 🙂
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Dear Mr. Godwin
Thank you soooooo much for being apart of my mental health journey. You have no idea, what an amazing impact you have in my life.
Liz Cherry
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Thanks so much Liz, I’m so happy to hear that! All the very best to you! 🙂