When engaging in mindfulness, it is important to implement some of these strategies into your daily routine. Whether this be daily exercising or reading, I have found it extremely beneficial to utilize a mindful tool every day. Some days may consist of extra activities depending on your emotional needs. Mindfulness reduces your risk of experiencing burn out! In my personal experience, taking a daily walk always helps ease my mind and prepare me for what’s ahead. It’s a moment to tune into my emotions and then reflect. My self awareness has been strengthened tremendously and I encourage everyone to participate in these practices, especially those working with other people like health care, social work, mental health services, etc.

Mindfulness quiets the amygdala, reducing stress and anxiety by dialling down our brain's 'alarm system'. It simultaneously activates the prefrontal cortex of our brain, which enhances concentration and decision-making. This combination fosters a calmer, more focused state of mind, promoting improved overall well-being. If you are new to practicing mindfulness, search for a short mindful breathing exercise on YouTube to help you slowly get used to the practice.

"A journal doesn't judge us." It’s an open platform where emotions and experiences flow freely through the ink of our pens. After expressing yourself, ponder these questions to delve deeper into self-awareness: 'What were the key emotions in my journal entry?' 'What are the root causes of these emotions?' 'What went well today?' 'What did I learn about myself?' 'Are there any unhealthy mindsets that need reframing?' By doing this, you navigate the pathways of your mind, cultivating growth, understanding, and clarity.

Maintain a comprehensive life journal that touches upon various aspects of your existence. While journaling, it's common to concentrate on one segment of life. However, it's integral to consider every role we perform to evaluate their alignment with our true selves. I think this is more important than the format you keep it in.

Journaling can be valuable for some and for others it doesn't feel like the right fit. Often we expect that "life hacks" we hear about from others should work for us too. Some of my clients express frustration when journaling doesn't work for them, despite its popularity. They also report feeling worse after journaling, getting pulled into unhelpful thought patterns. If you're struggling with journaling but want to pursue it, consider what you hope to achieve. Using a prompt can sometimes be helpful or simply list 3 things you are grateful for. Remember, it's okay if journaling isn't right for you at this time. You can always revisit it later.

Um aplicativo que me ajuda muito na construção do diário é o EMMO, disponível na Google Play e Apple Store. Consigo através dele ver meus comportamentos mais típicos em perspectiva

It is important to be able to filter feedback and see if it aligns with your core values. It is hard to accept when people give you negative feedback, which is why it is essential to take some time to reflect on it. If you can apply it to strengthen your skills, great! However, it is important to remember that not all feedback is accurate. Self-awareness is about being able to decipher feedback into two categories: helpful and harmful. Not everyone's perspective about you is true. Often the best feedback comes from people we trust and whom themselves have strong self-awareness skills. Take all feedback into consideration. Ask if it is helpful to you're well-being. If it is then try applying it to your life and see if it feels right.

Voici quelques questions que vous pouvez poser : Qu'ai-je particulièrement bien fait lors de ce projet et pourquoi était-ce efficace ? Dans quel domaine pourrais-je m'améliorer et as-tu des suggestions concrètes à me proposer ? Comment perçois-tu ma manière de communiquer en équipe ? Y a-t-il des aspects à ajuster ? Selon toi, comment pourrais-je mieux répondre aux attentes dans nos interactions futures ? Quelles compétences me conseillerais-tu de développer pour progresser dans mon rôle actuel ?

Getting out of your comfort zone teaches you a great deal about yourself. Look at the different areas of your life. Ask yourself what can are things you want to try that are scary. Make a goal to try something new each week. Choose a different area of your life each week.

As I quote from my book "Teach Less, Coach More": Some people fall into the trap of being maximisers, hesitating to try anything new unless they are certain of the outcome. However, the truth is, “If you never try, you’ll never know!” Sometimes, this mindset tendency of resisting ourselves to try new things may also be linked to a fear of failure, deterring them from trying new things. Try asking yourself these questions: 1. If you could spend an entire day doing something you enjoy, what would that most likely be? 2. Is there something you've always wanted to try but haven't had the opportunity? What's preventing you from doing so?

Some questions you could consider: What are my motivations behind this choice? What values are influencing this decision? Have I considered all possible options and outcomes? What was the highlight of my day, and why? What challenges did I face today, and how did I handle them? How have my actions today brought me closer to my goals? What is within my control to change in this situation? What strategies or approaches haven’t I tried yet? How can I break down this issue into manageable steps?

To improve self-awareness of my clients during coaching, there are a few themes that I will explore with my clients to help them gain deeper self-awareness. For instance, what strengths do you have? What values do you hold? What constitutes meaning in your life? What drains you? What excites you? The more we explore these questions, you realise it is like switching on the light in a dark room, where everything seems clearer and clearer about your self-identity. Try it - it works. Alternatively, consider joining forces with me as your coach, and together, we’ll navigate the pathways of your self-awareness journey.

There are not enough characters for me to cover all of the areas missed in detail. 1. This article says nothing about the importance of celebrating our accomplishments and valuing our mistakes. 2. Reflecting on issues that seem to keep popping up over and over sometimes in different areas of our lives. What lesson do we need to learn? 3. Learning to be authentic and not apologize for it. 4. Who were you as a small child? What positive characteristics did you have then that you don't have now? When did you lose them? How do you get them back? 5. While professional environments might necessitate adherence to certain norms, feeling suppressed in expressing your authentic self is a cue to reassess your career choice.