Working Remotely and Adjusting to Change
In addition to his counselling work, ICP Psychologist Mark McMahon has operated at the elite performance level as well as having coached sporting teams at the highest level of their endeavour and competition. Mark thought to share some insights he has in working remotely and adjusting to change. We have all been forced into significant change over the first half of the year 2020. Many of us are working from home and doing our best to adjust to these different circumstances. W
Choosing our Attitude – An Enduring Freedom in Difficult Times
The global pandemic has impacted everyone and with so many things beyond our control, we can feel as though we have been strapped into an emotional roller coaster that we never wanted to ride. Understandably, feelings of pessimism and hopelessness may arise and, at times, we can feel lost in the uncertainty. However, one thing that remains within our control is our attitude. No matter how bleak things may seem, we can always benefit from reflecting on the outlook we choose. W
Doing What’s Right for Ourselves is Not Selfish
Self-care is often mistaken for selfishness and it is important to be able to distinguish between these two concepts. When we behave in a selfish manner, we are only thinking about ourselves, however when we engage in self-care, we consider our own needs, as well as those of others. If we repeatedly ignore our own needs, we can start to feel like a victim of other people’s demands and be susceptible to emotional exhaustion and feelings of resentment. There are times when our
