‘To understand me, you’ll have to swallow a world…’
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Today’s quote, from Salman Rushdie’s magnificent Midnight’s Children, reminds us of the significance of each and every one of us.
Words From A Bookworm – One of the greatest truths…
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M. Scott Peck’s The Road Less Travelled begins with a statement of profound simplicity. Acceptance of its truth can be life changing.
The Daily Dose – ‘If there is a wound, we must try to heal it…’
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Today’s quote is from my favourite novel, Captain Corelli’s Mandolin by Louis de Bernieres. It considers the idea of the ‘wounded healer’, and how we can use struggle and suffering […]
Radio Interview – Taking Care of Your Mental Health During Lockdown
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I was recently interviewed for Community Voice FM, Middlesbrough’s community radio station, on looking after your mental health during the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent lockdown. Be Active – Be Connected […]
The Daily Dose – Champion!
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As Mickey said to Rocky, ‘Get up you sonofabitch, cos Mickey loves ya!’ Finding strength in the struggles. You got this champ ? ??
The Daily Dose – ‘Those moments are what I live for…’
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Hello! Today’s daily dose is inspired by John Lennon and the theme is creativity, and the power it has to connect us and to unlock our potential. Enjoy, and let […]
The Daily Dose – You have to trust in something…
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How do we get through tough times? Today’s inspiration comes from Steve Jobs and his belief that you have to trust that the dots will connect in the future. What […]
The Daily Dose – Everyone has talent…
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Today’s inspiration comes from Debbie Harry, lead singer of Blondie, from her autobiography Face It. This is for anybody that’s pursuing a dream and striving for success. Enjoy, and let […]
The Daily Dose – There is No Right Way or Wrong Way…
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Today’s inspiration comes from a lyric from one for my favourite bands, Bright Eyes, from the song Hit The Switch. It’s also one of my tattoos. This one is for […]
Welcome to ‘The Daily Dose’ – Words to Motivate & Inspire
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Welcome to a new feature on A Familiar Stranger, ‘The Daily Dose’. Each day I will post a short video to motivate, inspire and make you think. Each video will […]