Calm Winds

31/03/2026

"Significant neurophysiological effects begin within 2–3 minutes and peak at 7 minutes, even for beginners."

Meditation works on our brains sooner than previously thought. Micro-meditations can help to boost our attention and resilience in an increasingly distracted and uncertain world.

17/03/2026

"The gap between being pleasant and being known is real, and it's where a great deal of adult loneliness lives."

The people everyone enjoys being around and the people everyone truly knows are often two entirely different populations, and the ache of adult loneliness lives precisely in that overlap.

22/09/2025

The first .conference on mental health in sports and exercise in Edinburgh was a blast and so much needed at this time. I enjoyed every bit of learning as well as sharing my own insights as a poster presentation. Already looking forward to the next one!

09/07/2025

What is your anger trying to tell you?

Anger is a signal that something is wrong and often points to unmet needs, perceived injustices, or emotional vulnerabilities. It can be a powerful way to communicate when boundaries are crossed or when core values are violated. Understanding the underlying message of anger can help address the root cause and find constructive ways to respond.

Would you like to better understand your anger and learn ways to respond more skillfully? Book a session: https://tiptoewegrow.eu/

01/01/2025

25/07/2024

"The single-minded focus of an Olympian, so instrumental to breaking records and achieving athletic success, can prove destructive in the face of life choices that follow. In the aftermath, most athletes don’t know where or how to redirect their focus, while the people who helped manage every element of their professional life are no longer responsible for helping them."

I thought I knew what was good for me, but as I transitioned to real life, I had to strive for balance rather than excellence

06/07/2024

Are you looking for help navigating mental health struggles and everyday challenges? Or would you like to boost your wellbeing or improve your mental game? You can now choose and book an online session at a convenient time.

Book an online session now or contact us by email to arrange your place in a course or a workshop.

05/06/2024

"It’s a kind of psychological fascism that can take over the sufferer’s mind, draining their world of colour and light, spontaneity and joy".

The pursuit of perfection is a kind of prison. As a psychotherapist, I know how it can drain a person’s world of colour, light and spontaneity

08/11/2023

We are working to evolve an inner environment where we can surround states of constriction with spaciousness, ease of heart and kindness.

06/10/2023

Meditation doesn't replace action.