Modern 21st century living is highlighted by a constant assault on our senses. There are perpetual images and messages from social media, traditional media outlets, acquaintances, sportsmates and colleagues to tell us what we should be and how we should go about it. And if we dont measure up we feel inadequate almost useless. The unjust expectation we and others place upon ourselves can dent the self confidence and for many annihilate it. In The 5 Secrets of Confidence, Michael Father Senior, a leading researcher and expert on aspects of life, belonging, confidence and courage shares what...

Ask yourself the question: "What is the meaning of Happiness?" and I am sure it will conjure up all sorts of mysticism in tandem with the quest for enlightenment. After all why are we put on this earth other than to be happy in our pursuit? The connection between happiness and life is questioned in diverse ways, such as "Why do we exist?," "What is life?," and "What is the purpose of it all?" yet inherently what drives us to be happy people is the quest that allow us to give our all and embrace the results. Inevitably that is happiness. It is simple yet we make it complex. Make no mistake the...

A guide to help you prepare for the farewell of your loved one. It opens with thoughts on death, condolence appreciation, eulogy consideration, obituary statements and finishes with quotes for comfort from our leading scholars . At this time of your life this is an essential guide to help you cope and take the next step forward in the healing process. Includes a eulogy template to make the way forward a touch easier to take.

'OF COURSE I AM A VICTIM OF SOMETHING ' I remember being asked to talk to an 80 year old man about his life. The talk took place in a faraway nursing home. For some reason, which I was to later find out, he wanted to get a few things off his chest. So we sat down and I let him talk. What was supposed to be a 60 minute chat ended up going over 2 days and more people engaged in the conversation - more by fluke then plan. From that chat I put the words of wisdom to good use. Part one is here in 'The 21 ways to die a slow death' and part two you will find in 'If I had my time again - the biggest...