Inspired Minds Blog

We’re aware that the ego is the “small self” and I was thinking what the ego might say if we were to question it.  And this is what I got! Hello, I’m your Ego. You might not know me by name, but we’ve been close for as long as you’ve existed. I’m the voice in your head that whispers sweet affirmations of your importance, your value, your superiority – or

Understanding Subconscious Trauma.  We’ve all been there. Faced with a situation we don’t like – whether it’s a dead-end job, a strained relationship, or unhealthy habits – we often find ourselves stuck in a cycle of moaning, complaining and inactivity. Instead of making changes, we sit and stew, vent to friends, cogitate and replay the same irritations and frustrations over and over in our minds. But here’s the million-dollar question:

We’ve all felt it at some point – the heavy, gnawing feeling of guilt that just won’t let go. It’s the “I’ve done something wrong”, “it’s my fault”, “I responsible” pang of guilt! It’s more than just an uncomfortable feeling; guilt actively drains our energy, and undermines our very sense of being, making us feel weighed down and stuck in a loop of self-blame. It can be paralysing, leaving us

In a world where everyone is eager to be heard, emotionally available people are a rare and valuable gift. They are the ones who don’t rush to fill the silence with their own stories, who don’t see conversations as competitions or opportunities to prove themselves. Instead, they practice the profound art of holding space. But what does it really mean to be emotionally available, and how does holding space for

I’m told that the honeymoon period of remote working has officially come to an end. What began as a necessary and exciting shift during the global pandemic has turned into a more complex reality.  While the early days of working from home brought flexibility, freedom, and the promise of a better work-life balance, many are now struggling to find the same level of productivity, connection, and creativity. Companies once eager

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to fall into a pattern of emotional disconnection, especially in intimate relationships.  Life’s demands – work, children, financial stress – often lead us to “numb out” as a way of coping.  For many men, this emotional disengagement becomes an unconscious habit, a way to shield themselves from vulnerability and the complexities of relationship dynamics. But the cost of emotional disconnection is high.  It impacts

Trauma (and resultant unprocessed feelings) is a deeply personal and often painful experience that leaves lasting scars on our psyche. While some people bravely confront their trauma and work towards healing, many choose a different path – they bury it. They push it down, cover it up, and pretend it never happened.  But no matter how deep we try to bury the pain, the legacy of the past has a

We’ve all heard the saying, “Don’t wait until it’s too late.” Whether it’s about health, relationships, or personal growth, the idea is simple: don’t wait until it’s too late!  Yet, despite knowing this, many of us delay working on ourselves.  Instead we choose to allow the suffering the build, until we hit rock bottom, face a crisis, or feel utterly burned out before deciding to make real changes. But why?