The Living Wise Blog

When a relationship ends, it’s bound to be painful regardless of who made the decision to end it. If the break-up comes out of left-field, there's often shock and grief,…

We all have a need for connection, intimacy and emotional support. It's the reason we are driven to create and maintain relationships with friends and partners, but just as relationships…

In any relationship, after the honeymoon phase is over, couples can find themselves running into rocky ground. As you and your partner relax and get more comfortable with each other,…

There's a lot of emphasis these days on decluttering our lives and living more minimally. Marie Kondo's method of keeping only those possessions that spark joy has become almost a…

It was the philosopher Hericlitus who said, “The only thing that is constant is change.” It’s easy enough to grasp intellectually, but many of us still struggle emotionally with change.…

Food is vital for life and fundamental to our health and wellbeing. It’s a means of celebration and connection; but for many people, food can also be a battleground. As…

Achieving any goal you set for yourself generally requires consistent and disciplined action. At some point, distractions and temptations will inevitably arise and motivation will wane. You'll be struck by…

Are you someone who struggles to say what you really mean? For many women, our default is to ‘be nice’ in order to be liked and this can lead to…

Do you feel anxious attending social events, meeting new people or giving presentations? Most of us feel a little nervous in new situations but for people who experience a social…