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Navigating the Unknown: How to Cope with Uncertainty
There’s something about not knowing that rattles us. We like to know what’s coming our way so we can prepare. How do we handle uncertainty?
Michael Philp
Nov 5, 20243 min read
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Understanding and Overcoming the Fear of Failure: A Guide to Managing Discomfort and Thriving
In this blog, we will unpack what Fear of Failure actually means, it's origins, and a road-map to moving beyond this fear and living life
Michael Philp
Aug 8, 20243 min read
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Dropping the Struggle with Anxiety
Anxiety is one of these weird things that the more we try to get rid of it, the more problems it causes. Let me explain what I mean by this.
Michael Philp
Jul 24, 20244 min read
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Navigating Anxiety: Beyond the arcade of avoidance
Anxiety can be unpleasant.
Picture this: just like those moles in the game, anxiety symptoms tend to pop up, demanding our attention.
Michael Philp
Sep 7, 20233 min read
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Can we actually control our thoughts?
Our society encourages us to get rid of unpleasant thoughts and feelings through messaging in social media and our cultural norms.
Michael Philp
Dec 8, 20223 min read
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You Versus You
When you think deep down, what is stopping you from living a rich and meaningful life? You can't fail something you don't start.
Michael Philp
Jun 9, 20212 min read
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I'm an imposter
You might have heard of "imposter syndrome" - the persistent fear that you will be exposed for being a fraud. People usually experience...
Michael Philp
Dec 16, 20203 min read
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How people-pleasing might be a sign of low self-worth
Someone with low self-worth - deep seated beliefs of not being good enough, look for validation from others to avoid anxiety
Michael Philp
Sep 24, 20202 min read
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What are you keeping or letting go of after the pandemic?
Over the past 2 months, with more restrictions and less options, I noticed a change in my suburb. More people walking. Families on bike ride
Michael Philp
May 4, 20202 min read
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Why you should start a gratitude journal
With the recent challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, now more than ever is a good time to start a gratitude journal.
Michael Philp
Apr 21, 20204 min read
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10 tips for working from home
It sounds ideal - Netflix over lunch. Everyday is casual Friday. But after a few days, the reality is something quite different.
Michael Philp
Apr 5, 20204 min read
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Reframing the crisis and focusing on what you can do.
When we are afraid, when we are vulnerable, we can act in ways that hurt others. But we can choose to act differently.
Michael Philp
Mar 22, 20202 min read
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How to help your child build resilience
resilience is not the absence of feelings of sadness, anxiety, worry, stress, or anger. It's the ability to cope with these strong feelings
Michael Philp
Dec 10, 20193 min read
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How to be the person you want to be and stop unhelpful behaviours
The question becomes - is this way of coping working for you now? Is it bringing you closer towards the life that you want to live?
Michael Philp
Nov 4, 20193 min read
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How to overcome self-doubt
It's probably the biggest obstacle to achievement. That little voice in your head. "You're not good enough". "You'll just fail anyway".
Michael Philp
Oct 20, 20193 min read
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You can't please everyone
Working on validating ourselves can improve our self-esteem and contribute to a more positive sense of wellbeing.
Michael Philp
Sep 17, 20193 min read
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Are you setting unrealistic standards for yourself?
What is holding you back from doing the things you want to do? Are you setting unrealistic standards for yourself? Do it because you want to
Michael Philp
Aug 6, 20193 min read
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Choosing to take the long path to well-being
That's the hard choice. Choosing to use strategies like meditation, which takes longer, but is more fulfilling than avoidance through drugs
Michael Philp
May 28, 20192 min read
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Uninstall your social media apps to increase productivity and connectedness
Last week I was feeling very strung out. My wife, being the very observant person she is, informed me that I was spending far too much...
Michael Philp
May 21, 20193 min read
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Who are you comparing to?
We are really good at ranking, sorting, and comparing things in our lives. What's the best school? What's the best dance studio for my...
Michael Philp
Apr 11, 20192 min read
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