Author Archive for: Isabella Ferguson, Counsellor & Coach
Entries by Isabella Ferguson, Counsellor & Coach
Christmas Special – Navigating Christmas Day with Less Angst Around Alcohol
Less than a week! You may be eyeing off the 2023 finishing line and thinking “I’ve got to cut back the booze!”. For those of you who have been finalising endless deadlines and pushing through never-ending work events, this thought is more common than you think, and for good reason. Alcohol use can dramatically increase this […]
An Integrative Approach to Stress With Dr. Shamistra Barathan
Chronic stress pervasively and silently affects our physical and mental health. In the latest podcast episode of De-Stress for Success with Dr. Shamistra Barathan, we delve into this complex issue, exploring the often-overlooked aspects of stress, its impact on our bodies, and how we can effectively manage it. Dr. Shamistra Barathan, an integrative General Practitioner […]
Finding Sleep in the Face of Stress: Expert Advice from Professor Michael Gradisar
Our day-to-day lives seem to be increasingly plagued by stress and sleep deprivation. Endless lists, spinning many plates…. I don’t know about you, but switching off in the evening is often hard and can require a strategic approach. In my recent De-Stress for Success podcast episode, Professor Michael Gradisar, an acclaimed sleep expert and clinical […]
What is Your “Meaning” or “Something Larger” in Life and Why is This Important to Know?
Imagine having a compass, a North Star, guiding you through life, providing a profound sense of contentment and satisfaction. In my most recent podcast episode, of De-Stress for Success, “What is Your Meaning or Something Larger in Life and Why is This Important to Know?” I delve into the intrinsic link between our life’s purpose and […]
Managing Difficult People: Practical Strategies with Dr. Rebecca Ray
My most recent episode of De-Stress for Success is all about difficult people. You know the ones! Those people in your life that press your buttons, make you feel like you are the problem, that leave you ruminating over what was said and wondering why you feel so awful. Who better to help us learn […]
A Call to Action: Combatting the Phone Addiction Crisis Among Adults and Children with Professor Selena Bartlett
In a recent De-Stress for Success podcast episode (episode 5), globally recognised neuroscientist, Professor Selena Bartlett, joined me for a profound conversation about our relationship with mobile technology. The topic is of great importance in this tech-saturated era, especially when considering the influence these devices have on our brain health, stress levels and interpersonal relationships. […]
Stress Less by Silencing Your Inner Critic: Tools for Positive Self-Talk
Do you struggle with a relentless inner critic that often dictates your actions and feelings? You are not alone. Many of us grapple with negative self-talk, often without realizing its profound impact on our lives. The good news is, we can harness the power of positive self-talk to rewrite our inner dialogue and transform our […]
