Trawl for Gold on The River Blog

Yesterday, 8 August, is my father's birthday, and I woke up today wanting to share some thoughts - hence this long overdue nudgeme news. As some of you will know my Pa died suddenly 5 years ago, the day before his birthday. So why haven't I written yesterday 'was' his...

Happy New Year! How's it going two weeks in? I'm delighted to report that after opting to join in on 'Dry January' with a friend, I'm doing surprisingly well, and have become quite the expert in non-alcoholic drinks!? As you might recall, I'm no big fan of New Year's...

Just as I was mulling over what to write about for my Christmas nudge, I came across the following quote that’s always resonated with me: “The single biggest problem with communication is the illusion that it’s taken place.” (George Bernard Shaw) Feels like an apt...

We've now passed the 100 day mark until the end of another year, and Christmas is around the corner!? If that causes any immediate stress, then I hope the following will provide some relief. I just ran a group on ways to feel better, and wanted to share some of the...

I swam on this beach while on holiday recently in Paxos, Greece. A week ‘unplugged’ with no access to emails or internet or news on the European Referendum - I highly recommend it! Challenging times Once back and on line, of course news about the result, and...

Today’s nudge is all about taking action. What is it that stops us doing what we want, or following through despite every good intention to do so? Spring Clean Your Mind & Home event The last few weeks have been especially busy. My friend Cathy Phillips, an...