positive mental attitude

Empowered, Not Paranoid – Why Situational Awareness Matters

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This blog post was prompted by Shirley Laughbaum, who was kind enough to share her story of a potentially challenging situation, which she resolved very calmly and in a relaxed manner. As you read on, I need you to keep in mind that: It’s how one perceives the threat of challenging, aggressive or violent behaviour towards them or around them, … Read more

7 Things You Must Know to Maintain Corporate Responsibility and Avoid a Corporate Manslaughter Charge

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Before reading this article, let’s take a moment to remember the lives lost due to workplace failures. Behind every statistic, a person, a family and a community have felt the impact. Why Corporate Responsibility Matters Now More Than Ever Every employer in the UK has a legal obligation to ensure that individuals not in their direct employment, such as the … Read more

Understanding the Foundations of Effective Conflict Resolution

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A bill which seeks to impose specific duties on employers to improve protections against violence and harassment, especially for #women and #girls, as part of their obligations to ensure workplace health, safety and wellbeing is currently being considered by the UK parliament. This Private Member’s Bill, Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (Amendment) Bill aims to amend the existing Health … Read more

The Paradox of Restraint Reduction: Why Fighting Restraint Might Fuel Its Persistence

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In the realm of organisational management, particularly in sectors dealing with vulnerable populations such as healthcare facilities, schools, and correctional institutions, the discourse around physical restraint has undergone significant evolution. Restraint reduction programmes have emerged as a seemingly noble initiative aimed at minimising the use of physical force in managing challenging behaviours. However, beneath the surface of good intentions lies … Read more

Red Card…Your Banned!

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QMC recorded 1,800 incidents of aggression, violence and harassment during 2022-23. Notting University Hospital recorded 1,806 incidents. Staff have been hit, spat at, threatened, verbally and racially abused. What are some of the main triggers for the abuse of staff: Treating drunks Rival gangs People high on drugs People with mental health problems Homeless people, seeking a place of warmth … Read more

Are You Interested in Our Next Quantum Thinking, Meditation Mindfulness and NLP Workshop?

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Join us for a transformative two days of exploration and self-discovery at this Quantum Thinking, Mindfulness Meditation & NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) Workshop. Led by Mark Dawes with other guest experienced instructors, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to tap into your inner wisdom and enhance your overall well-being. Throughout the day, you’ll learn practical techniques to quiet the mind, cultivate … Read more

You Are Your Thoughts!

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You Are Your Thoughts

You are your thoughts.

Over two-thousand years ago the Greek philosopher Epictetus said that “People are not disturbed by things, but by the views they take of them”.

The Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius said that: “A Man’s life is what his thoughts make of it”.

The Buddha stated: “We are shaped by our thoughts; we become what we think. When the mind is pure, joy follows like a shadow that never leaves”.

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Change Your Habits Change Your Life

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Change Your Habits Change Your LIfe

Change Your Habits Change Your Life Why is it that some people consistently get good results in producing the outcome they desire while other people never seem to be able to get the results they want? What makes some people more productive while others struggle to get one job done? Why are some people always happy while others are quick … Read more