Category Archives: Learning

Day 241: Let Clutter Be Your Teacher, Uncovering Feelings That are Buried Deep

Posted on August 28, 2020 by Sandra Madeira

I was vacuuming the lounge earlier and had to stop to write a few things down. It got me thinking that when I am doing something else, the words flow from my mind so much quicker than when I’m sitting … Continue reading →

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Take the true parts of criticism and work on that

Posted on November 15, 2018 by Sandra Madeira

When someone complains to you about something, for example, “I’ve only seen you for 10 minutes today because you were so busy doing other things…” don’t become defensive and come up with lots of reasons why they shouldn’t have felt … Continue reading →

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Enjoy life’s moments

Posted on August 23, 2018 by Sandra Madeira

I recently watched a film called ‘The Convenient Groom’ and the following few lines stuck in my mind: “Everything in life is temporary. You’ve just got to enjoy life’s moments while you have them”. It’s really made me think about … Continue reading →

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Facing my fear of cycling!

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Sandra Madeira

My partner kindly bought me a brand new bike the Christmas before last and until yesterday it has spent 20 months in the garage! My fear of riding a bike stems back from childhood (whilst visiting relatives in Canada) when … Continue reading →

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The final page of my book…

Posted on August 7, 2011 by Sandra Madeira

Today I finished writing my book A Gift for Stressed and Busy Parents and it’s now with the publisher for review and comments.  It’s been quite a journey getting all my thoughts down over the last couple of years and structuring … Continue reading →

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Striving for your dreams

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Sandra Madeira

Work life balance I’ve recently made a work life balance adjustments which is working my 35 hour week over four days instead of five.  Although the days out of the house are long and the evenings shorter, the extra day at … Continue reading →

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Seize the moment

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Sandra Madeira

Hi there I love to learn and improve my skills, not only at work but for my own personal development.  There has been something that I’ve wanted to have the opportunity to try for so long, but never had the … Continue reading →

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