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Author Archives: Jo Lamble
The paralysis of guilt
Legally speaking, guilt refers to the fact of having committed an offense or a crime. Psychologically, it can also refer to the feeling of having done something wrong, whether real or imagined. For many people, feeling guilty is a default … Continue reading
Acceptance
One of the most powerful life skills we can learn is the art of acceptance. When we fail to accept what happens in life, we risk constantly feeling resentful or like a victim. Obviously it takes time to get to … Continue reading
Let’s try that again
After a big loss, football coaches torture their players by making them watch a replay of the match in slow motion, pointing out all the mistakes and making suggestions on how to play better. A couples counsellor is not unlike … Continue reading
Letting the sun go down on an argument
Many people live by the old saying: Never let the sun go down on an argument. They want to resolve every issue as it arises. They are often good at apologising and willing to accept some responsibility for what has … Continue reading
When lectures don’t work
I witnessed a scenario on Saturday that I have seen many times before. Let me set the scene for you: A young boy aged probably 12-13 years gets run out while batting in his team’s cricket match. The boy is … Continue reading
The magic of big words
Children learn to talk when they hear their parents speak. We mostly use age appropriate language with our kids. But sometimes, using words that are beyond their years really comes in handy. Let’s start with those toddlers. If a young … Continue reading
What you say might not be what they hear
I had a lovely client in this week who couldn’t understand why he was having trouble communicating with his wife. Her reactions baffled him. He said it wasn’t hormonal. Admirably, he was taking responsibility for what was happening. Clearly, he … Continue reading
Why criticism is easier to give than praise
Yesterday I heard a radio host announce that he had received an email full of praise. He was obviously pleased, but genuinely shocked to have received anything but criticism. The announcer’s comments reminded me of a client I saw recently … Continue reading
Getting a good night’s sleep
The evidence is clear – getting enough sleep is essential for good mental and physical health. A lack of sleep can cause mood disturbance, weight gain, increases in blood pressure, memory and concentration difficulties, and irritability. But worrying about sleep … Continue reading
Herd mentality
I have a favourite shop near my office from where I buy nearly all my clothes. Today when I walked past, I realised that it’s been quite a while since I’ve been in. I asked myself why and a voice … Continue reading