I have just joined an organisation called Thames Valley Spice and my first outing with them was on Sunday and what a fab introduction it was!
It was a dragon boat race in Evesham.
We were split into teams and the Thames Valley group were then split up by postcode and I was with a great bunch of people! So much so, I am expecting to catch up with some of them again soon
I tell you this because one of the things about being a singleton again, is finding yourself a social life. I for one am very fortunate to have a number of friends, and not so fortunate to have them on my doorstep!
Thames Valley Spice is a great way to meet new people in your area and perhaps to indulge in some activities that you wouldn't otherwise do - activities such as sailing, rally car driving - plus activities that you would - dinner shuffles, theatre, ten pin bowling etc.
And for those of you who are not single? Then rest assured, Thames Valley Spice can still be for you, as over 30% of its members are in coupledom. The key with Spice is creating new friends in a social environment.
My next outing with them will be in a couple of weeks time to a dinner shuffle in Reading, and I am already looking forward to it!
Wednesday, 23 May 2007
Monday, 14 May 2007
Why do today, what you can put off until tomorrow?
For as long as I can remember I have been late or rushing around at the last moment for all sorts of things. Social occasions, meetings, appointments, booking the car in for a service, sorting out tax and VAT etc. etc
It is so well know amongst friends and family that they automatically build in an extra half an hour to ensure that I arrive on time, which must be incredibly frustrating for them, I have Outlook to remind me of all the things that are due to be done at work, and the family now know that they need to chase me to make sure that things get done – it is a standing joke!
I have always reasoned that the important things in life get done, and the only person who suffers from my tardiness, is me, however, I know that is not strictly true, it is my committment to the task in hand that is at fault!
Naturally there are some things I am on time for – medical appointments where they charge you for not turning up, new clients and the odd occasion where to be late would be very rude, as opposed to fashionably late.
So why do I, and many others like me, live life like this?
Here I look at some of my more typical ‘excuses’ that I have used on a regular basis – see if any of these apply to you!
‘Excuses’ we use to delay starting and finishing tasks!
Personality – it’s the way I am
I love this one! I remember when I was learning to be a Myers Briggs Type Indicator practitioner, and discovered that part of my type was to leave making decisions until I absolutely had to – hoorah! It was my personality type, surely that meant it was not my fault! However, at the time I was a Project Manager, and this was not a good sign! It was then pointed out during the course, that whilst we did have a preferential style, many of us had learnt to ‘operate’ in our opposing preference equally well. So that put paid to that – I knew that I could and frequently did meet deadlines, so this could not be the only reason.
Mudane jobs
Of course, there was always the fact that I didn’t like what I was doing and therefore, had a fantastic ability to put off those tasks and jobs that I really didn’t enjoy until I really had no choice but to do them. I am sure many of you can identify the tax returns all being done in January! So clearly, I needed an incentive to get tasks done? Well a penalty actually, as most tasks with an incentive would naturally get done – rewards are always a great way to increase motivation! The best way is to get the mundane tasks done as quickly as possible or find someone else to do them!
New or large jobs
These have been known to trip me up from time to time – particularly ones where the whole process of getting them done is new to me such as new technology! We all know the saying “How do you eat an elephant? One bit at a time”, but what does this mean exactly? When looking at sorting out your finances for example, it is potentially going to take time to gather the information, look around for loans or interest free credit cards etc and it is so easy to put it off, rather than start on it. This is where planning can make a difference.
Thinking and planning time
Some tasks required an element of thinking and planning for how I was going to get them done and I was always too busy working my way through a “To do list” that would have done Tony Blair proud! I found that I barely had time to pause for breath! Several Time Management courses later, I am still prone to making the same mistakes, and yet I know that taking some precious time out to think and plan what has to be done, pays great dividends in terms of being able to get straight on with a task.
Avoidance tactics
This is a personal favourite of mine – finding all the jobs I love to do, to avoid doing the ones that need to be done. Even mundane jobs begin to look attractive. You know what I mean, you read emails you never normally have time for, you ‘tidy up and sort out’ the garage, cupboards, drawers, CD collections, you call that friend you have been meaning to for a while, and all in the name of avoiding the job in hand! Scheduling these tasks in at a time when you are at your best, can mean you get them completely really quickly!
Priorities
How much of what we do is important? I know that many tasks I do during the day, do not always move me in the direction I want to be going ie going to the gym. Like many people, I have taken my health for granted, and then finally decided that actually I really needed to be doing something about it – however, work and family commitments seemed to take up so much time! Of course, what I needed to understand was that without my health, there would be no work and family issues – it was indeed a priority!
These are my personal favourites, and I am sure that you may know of others. The first thing to stop putting things off is to first understand that you are indeed doing it. Then and only then, can you begin to understand what is stopping you and do something about it! Let me know what you do!
Relish People is the UK’s No.1 Life Design business, helping people who are dissatisfied with life, to get more out of it – call us now on 01252 783 524 to find out how we can help you!
It is so well know amongst friends and family that they automatically build in an extra half an hour to ensure that I arrive on time, which must be incredibly frustrating for them, I have Outlook to remind me of all the things that are due to be done at work, and the family now know that they need to chase me to make sure that things get done – it is a standing joke!
I have always reasoned that the important things in life get done, and the only person who suffers from my tardiness, is me, however, I know that is not strictly true, it is my committment to the task in hand that is at fault!
Naturally there are some things I am on time for – medical appointments where they charge you for not turning up, new clients and the odd occasion where to be late would be very rude, as opposed to fashionably late.
So why do I, and many others like me, live life like this?
Here I look at some of my more typical ‘excuses’ that I have used on a regular basis – see if any of these apply to you!
‘Excuses’ we use to delay starting and finishing tasks!
Personality – it’s the way I am
I love this one! I remember when I was learning to be a Myers Briggs Type Indicator practitioner, and discovered that part of my type was to leave making decisions until I absolutely had to – hoorah! It was my personality type, surely that meant it was not my fault! However, at the time I was a Project Manager, and this was not a good sign! It was then pointed out during the course, that whilst we did have a preferential style, many of us had learnt to ‘operate’ in our opposing preference equally well. So that put paid to that – I knew that I could and frequently did meet deadlines, so this could not be the only reason.
Mudane jobs
Of course, there was always the fact that I didn’t like what I was doing and therefore, had a fantastic ability to put off those tasks and jobs that I really didn’t enjoy until I really had no choice but to do them. I am sure many of you can identify the tax returns all being done in January! So clearly, I needed an incentive to get tasks done? Well a penalty actually, as most tasks with an incentive would naturally get done – rewards are always a great way to increase motivation! The best way is to get the mundane tasks done as quickly as possible or find someone else to do them!
New or large jobs
These have been known to trip me up from time to time – particularly ones where the whole process of getting them done is new to me such as new technology! We all know the saying “How do you eat an elephant? One bit at a time”, but what does this mean exactly? When looking at sorting out your finances for example, it is potentially going to take time to gather the information, look around for loans or interest free credit cards etc and it is so easy to put it off, rather than start on it. This is where planning can make a difference.
Thinking and planning time
Some tasks required an element of thinking and planning for how I was going to get them done and I was always too busy working my way through a “To do list” that would have done Tony Blair proud! I found that I barely had time to pause for breath! Several Time Management courses later, I am still prone to making the same mistakes, and yet I know that taking some precious time out to think and plan what has to be done, pays great dividends in terms of being able to get straight on with a task.
Avoidance tactics
This is a personal favourite of mine – finding all the jobs I love to do, to avoid doing the ones that need to be done. Even mundane jobs begin to look attractive. You know what I mean, you read emails you never normally have time for, you ‘tidy up and sort out’ the garage, cupboards, drawers, CD collections, you call that friend you have been meaning to for a while, and all in the name of avoiding the job in hand! Scheduling these tasks in at a time when you are at your best, can mean you get them completely really quickly!
Priorities
How much of what we do is important? I know that many tasks I do during the day, do not always move me in the direction I want to be going ie going to the gym. Like many people, I have taken my health for granted, and then finally decided that actually I really needed to be doing something about it – however, work and family commitments seemed to take up so much time! Of course, what I needed to understand was that without my health, there would be no work and family issues – it was indeed a priority!
These are my personal favourites, and I am sure that you may know of others. The first thing to stop putting things off is to first understand that you are indeed doing it. Then and only then, can you begin to understand what is stopping you and do something about it! Let me know what you do!
Relish People is the UK’s No.1 Life Design business, helping people who are dissatisfied with life, to get more out of it – call us now on 01252 783 524 to find out how we can help you!
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Sunday, 13 May 2007
How to Have a Positive Day
Friday was a brilliant day for me and mostly because when I woke up I made up mind it was going to be one!
I am reading a number of personal development books at the moment, looking at the different ways you can make changes to your life, fortune, health and attitude (well in order to encourage others coming to Relish to make changes, I must be prepared to do the same, now mustn't I?).
Anyway, I read that one way to ensure that you have a good day, is from the moment you wake up, to start to think positively about the day ahead. Of course we are only human and this is not always easy, we wake up tired, feeling poorly, or maybe we have a difficult meeting/appointment ahead. Howver, the suggestion is that even when these days happen, it is possible to think differently about how the day will evolve.
One book, in particular, I have read called " ask and it will be given", has some superb techniques that enable you to start to become more positive in your outlook and setting the days intent is just one of the fantastic offerings in this book.
Now, for the practical and cycnical amongst you, this book may seem a little too airy fairy for you, however, there are still some excellent tips which can make a difference. and regardless of how they really work, all you need to do is carry out the tasks with a belief that something will come of it. (and if you are one of these types, just read section 2 of the book, whilst remembering that in order for success, you have to wholly believe what you are doing, at an emotional, mental, and physical level)
So when I woke this morning thinking, I have not slept much (caffeine the previous day kept me awake), I immediately changed my thinking to "I know I have not had much sleep, (best not to pretend I felt any differently, so acknowledged it) however, I will be able to go to bed early tonight to make up for it, and today I am going to have a great day and have a successful meeting". Now all I did was to change my thinking about the way I approached the day, and maybe my day was already going to be great, however, my attitude and approach can only have made it more so.
The mind is a very complex thing and yet it can be controlled. In fact we should be aware that we have the power to choose the thoughts we have, which can have such an effect on our lives. However, don't be put off if the results are not as you expect immediately, this requires some effort, you will need to be prepared to become more aware of what you are thinking, and, where appropriate, change it, if it is not serving you well.
So next time you feel your life is getting the better of you, or that events are out of your control, then stop and change the way you are thinking about it - you might be surprised at the results!
I am reading a number of personal development books at the moment, looking at the different ways you can make changes to your life, fortune, health and attitude (well in order to encourage others coming to Relish to make changes, I must be prepared to do the same, now mustn't I?).
Anyway, I read that one way to ensure that you have a good day, is from the moment you wake up, to start to think positively about the day ahead. Of course we are only human and this is not always easy, we wake up tired, feeling poorly, or maybe we have a difficult meeting/appointment ahead. Howver, the suggestion is that even when these days happen, it is possible to think differently about how the day will evolve.
One book, in particular, I have read called " ask and it will be given", has some superb techniques that enable you to start to become more positive in your outlook and setting the days intent is just one of the fantastic offerings in this book.
Now, for the practical and cycnical amongst you, this book may seem a little too airy fairy for you, however, there are still some excellent tips which can make a difference. and regardless of how they really work, all you need to do is carry out the tasks with a belief that something will come of it. (and if you are one of these types, just read section 2 of the book, whilst remembering that in order for success, you have to wholly believe what you are doing, at an emotional, mental, and physical level)
So when I woke this morning thinking, I have not slept much (caffeine the previous day kept me awake), I immediately changed my thinking to "I know I have not had much sleep, (best not to pretend I felt any differently, so acknowledged it) however, I will be able to go to bed early tonight to make up for it, and today I am going to have a great day and have a successful meeting". Now all I did was to change my thinking about the way I approached the day, and maybe my day was already going to be great, however, my attitude and approach can only have made it more so.
The mind is a very complex thing and yet it can be controlled. In fact we should be aware that we have the power to choose the thoughts we have, which can have such an effect on our lives. However, don't be put off if the results are not as you expect immediately, this requires some effort, you will need to be prepared to become more aware of what you are thinking, and, where appropriate, change it, if it is not serving you well.
So next time you feel your life is getting the better of you, or that events are out of your control, then stop and change the way you are thinking about it - you might be surprised at the results!
Thursday, 10 May 2007
Mirror! Mirror! On the wall.....
Life has a funny way of letting you know when you have something to learn....
For the past week I have had a couple of challenging moments, where I experienced extreme frustration with others who had not met their committments, or were not taking responsibility for the woes in their business life, choosing instead to complain.
In the Relish world we are great believers of when things are not going well for you then the first thing you need to do is look more closely at yourself - "how can this be" I hear you ask yourself, "it is not my fault things are not going well...."
Well, some years ago when my eldest daughter was just a toddler, we were away on a camping holiday with a group of friends. This one morning she had been particularly trying, to the point that I had to walk away as I was getting really angry with her.
To cool off, I went to one of the other caravans to have a coffee with a friend. She listened to me patiently, as I moaned and complained about how she was winding me up.
When I had finished my ranting, she looked me in the eye and said "What is it about your daughter that is a mirror of yourself?" I looked at her in disbelief, "what on earth do you mean?" I asked. "Well" she said "sometimes, when we get upset with others, it is because they are exhibiting behaviours that are very much like our own, and which we don't really like". My natural response what to deny it, however, a bit later on, after I had reflected on what she had said, I realised that actually there was an element of truth in it. My daughter had indeed been displaying a behaviour that was very much one I had, and certainly it was one I was not happy with - procrastination!
It had a profound effect on me, and changed the way I behaved as a parent. Clearly the events over the past week, have shown me that it remains as true today as it always has. So clearly, remembering this approach, I have to look in what way I am not committing myself and taking responsibility....watch for future blogs to see what I find out!
For help in identifying why you maybe experiencing difficulties with the relationships in your life, look us up on the web to see how we can help you!
For the past week I have had a couple of challenging moments, where I experienced extreme frustration with others who had not met their committments, or were not taking responsibility for the woes in their business life, choosing instead to complain.
In the Relish world we are great believers of when things are not going well for you then the first thing you need to do is look more closely at yourself - "how can this be" I hear you ask yourself, "it is not my fault things are not going well...."
Well, some years ago when my eldest daughter was just a toddler, we were away on a camping holiday with a group of friends. This one morning she had been particularly trying, to the point that I had to walk away as I was getting really angry with her.
To cool off, I went to one of the other caravans to have a coffee with a friend. She listened to me patiently, as I moaned and complained about how she was winding me up.
When I had finished my ranting, she looked me in the eye and said "What is it about your daughter that is a mirror of yourself?" I looked at her in disbelief, "what on earth do you mean?" I asked. "Well" she said "sometimes, when we get upset with others, it is because they are exhibiting behaviours that are very much like our own, and which we don't really like". My natural response what to deny it, however, a bit later on, after I had reflected on what she had said, I realised that actually there was an element of truth in it. My daughter had indeed been displaying a behaviour that was very much one I had, and certainly it was one I was not happy with - procrastination!
It had a profound effect on me, and changed the way I behaved as a parent. Clearly the events over the past week, have shown me that it remains as true today as it always has. So clearly, remembering this approach, I have to look in what way I am not committing myself and taking responsibility....watch for future blogs to see what I find out!
For help in identifying why you maybe experiencing difficulties with the relationships in your life, look us up on the web to see how we can help you!
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Wednesday, 9 May 2007
Day 2 - The Weather matches the Mood!
Yesterday was Day 2 of Wendy's holiday and it has been quite a miserable day today, raining and windy! ...Or has it?
There is a saying that every cloud has a silver lining, or if you are so inclined, every silver lining has a cloud!
How interesting? It seems to suggest that you cannot have one without the other. And if that is the case, unless we are happy to be on a rollercoaster through life, the best way is to accept the 'rough with the smooth' and make the most of what there is now - isn't it?
I once a heard a story on the radio about an old woman who had 2 daughters. One was married to the local umbrella salesman and the other (in the next village) was married to the local ice cream seller.
On hot and sunny days, the old lady had a dilemma - her daughter married to the local ice cream seller would be making lots of money and that was fantastic. "But what about my poor daughter, with no rain she will not be making any money, and she will not have enough to live on!"
On rainy and windy days, the old lady's dilemma was no better. She was really pleased that her daughter would sell numerous umbrellas to provide for her and her family. Then she thought about the other daughter "oh, how is my daughter going to sell ice cream in this weather, to provide the money to keep her family?"
Every day, regardless of the weather, the old lady was torn over how well one daughter would be doing, (and how good that was) and on the other she was worried about how the other daughter might be making ends meet.
A man was passing one day and heard her tales of woe. He listened patiently as she explained her dilemma. Once she had finished, he nodded wisely. "Old lady" he said "why are you giving yourself such a hard time? The answer is easy! When the sun is shining, be grateful that this allows your daughter to sell many ice creams and thereby build up extra funds for those 'rainy days' and when it is raining, be grateful that your other daughter is able to sell many umbrellas, allowing her to survive through the sunny spells."
The old woman looked at the man in surprise and then gave him a really big hug "Oh thank you so much, I hadn't thought of it like that! You are indeed right! Whatever the weather, one of my daughters will be making money, and I know that this will stand them in good stead for the times when they are unable to".
This story had 2 messages for me.
One is that it is possible, with just a little help from someone else, to see things from a different and possibly more positive angle and the second is that maybe, just maybe, we spend too much time complaining about our lives not being perfect, that we don't stop to appreciate what good things we do have going on. Before we know it, that time is past and we can never go back....
So what are you complaining about? Could a change of perspective help make it more acceptable?
And do you find you are constantly striving for that time when you have the money you need, the next promotion, that relaxing holiday, have children, have the children leave home (if indeed they do!)....then be careful, you may have just fallen into the age old trap of not really appreciating where you are and enjoying the ride!
If this does sound like you, then call Relish People now on 01252 783 524, to see what we can do for you, to help get life back into perspective - within 4 sessions we can make a difference!
Footnote
I have written this with a touch of personal experience - I have lived much of my life in the future, despite having a very positive outlook on life. I just thought about the changes I could make that would make life even better.
With a little help from a friend of Relishs', I was able to see how much I was not appreciating the present and the good fortune I had now. As a result, I still have one eye on the future, and the other on the present!
Further Reading: Eckhart Tolle - The Power of Now - a little tough to get to grips with, but persevere, it has some powerful messages!
There is a saying that every cloud has a silver lining, or if you are so inclined, every silver lining has a cloud!
How interesting? It seems to suggest that you cannot have one without the other. And if that is the case, unless we are happy to be on a rollercoaster through life, the best way is to accept the 'rough with the smooth' and make the most of what there is now - isn't it?
I once a heard a story on the radio about an old woman who had 2 daughters. One was married to the local umbrella salesman and the other (in the next village) was married to the local ice cream seller.
On hot and sunny days, the old lady had a dilemma - her daughter married to the local ice cream seller would be making lots of money and that was fantastic. "But what about my poor daughter, with no rain she will not be making any money, and she will not have enough to live on!"
On rainy and windy days, the old lady's dilemma was no better. She was really pleased that her daughter would sell numerous umbrellas to provide for her and her family. Then she thought about the other daughter "oh, how is my daughter going to sell ice cream in this weather, to provide the money to keep her family?"
Every day, regardless of the weather, the old lady was torn over how well one daughter would be doing, (and how good that was) and on the other she was worried about how the other daughter might be making ends meet.
A man was passing one day and heard her tales of woe. He listened patiently as she explained her dilemma. Once she had finished, he nodded wisely. "Old lady" he said "why are you giving yourself such a hard time? The answer is easy! When the sun is shining, be grateful that this allows your daughter to sell many ice creams and thereby build up extra funds for those 'rainy days' and when it is raining, be grateful that your other daughter is able to sell many umbrellas, allowing her to survive through the sunny spells."
The old woman looked at the man in surprise and then gave him a really big hug "Oh thank you so much, I hadn't thought of it like that! You are indeed right! Whatever the weather, one of my daughters will be making money, and I know that this will stand them in good stead for the times when they are unable to".
This story had 2 messages for me.
One is that it is possible, with just a little help from someone else, to see things from a different and possibly more positive angle and the second is that maybe, just maybe, we spend too much time complaining about our lives not being perfect, that we don't stop to appreciate what good things we do have going on. Before we know it, that time is past and we can never go back....
So what are you complaining about? Could a change of perspective help make it more acceptable?
And do you find you are constantly striving for that time when you have the money you need, the next promotion, that relaxing holiday, have children, have the children leave home (if indeed they do!)....then be careful, you may have just fallen into the age old trap of not really appreciating where you are and enjoying the ride!
If this does sound like you, then call Relish People now on 01252 783 524, to see what we can do for you, to help get life back into perspective - within 4 sessions we can make a difference!
Footnote
I have written this with a touch of personal experience - I have lived much of my life in the future, despite having a very positive outlook on life. I just thought about the changes I could make that would make life even better.
With a little help from a friend of Relishs', I was able to see how much I was not appreciating the present and the good fortune I had now. As a result, I still have one eye on the future, and the other on the present!
Further Reading: Eckhart Tolle - The Power of Now - a little tough to get to grips with, but persevere, it has some powerful messages!
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Tuesday, 8 May 2007
Holidays
Wendy has now gone on holiday and left me - to Kenya - lucky thing!
I guess at this time most people are thinking about holidays that need to be booked or are already booked - which sort of person are you? organised and planned, or the 'I'll see what is available, pack on the day, buy everything at the airport' sort of person!
I am a great procrastinator (almost the title of a song methinks!)when it comes to my personal life and consequently whilst I know where I want to go, it is just getting around to all that searching, deciding and booking. In particular, I there are usually at least 3 of us, and that makes it all the more complicated, as you try to meet all their needs!
This year, I am hoping to go to New York, and I already know that there are loads of things to do once we get there, never mind where we stay, the dates we go blah, blah blah. So how can I at least make the holiday a lot more enjoyable?
Fortunately, once I make my mind up, I am like a whirlwind, and it all gets done really quickly. My personality type means that when I make decisions, I tend to take into account everyone to make sure they get what they want too!
As a result, I make each person in the holiday party, make a list of everything they would like to do when they are on holiday.
I then identify those things that everyone has mentioned and schedule them in over the holiday period.
I then look at the next most popular choice and schedule those in.
I then make sure everyone has the opportunity to do at least one of the things on their list (in case they have come up with the most random, bizarre or most expensive choice that no-one in their right mind would probably be in the least bit interested in doing) and make sure they get to do it!
Sounds complicated? Not really, it means everyone can be sure that they get some say in how they spend their holiday and besides it works for us and minimises any disputes about what we will do and when!The only stipulation I have for anyone who goes on holiday with me, is that I do need 'me' time - where I can relax and read, and read, ,and read....not so good for them!
Minimise any potential room for disputes by making sure every member of the holiday party has a say in what they do, even the youngest member of the party!
In the meantime, I am thinking about Wendy and what she is doing now....if she has any sense, laying back, with a glass in one hand, and a book in the other....chillll
If you want to understand more about what sort of holiday personality you are drop me an email marked "Holiday Personality Type" to enquire@relishpeople.co.uk and I will send you a quiz to help you find out!
I guess at this time most people are thinking about holidays that need to be booked or are already booked - which sort of person are you? organised and planned, or the 'I'll see what is available, pack on the day, buy everything at the airport' sort of person!
I am a great procrastinator (almost the title of a song methinks!)when it comes to my personal life and consequently whilst I know where I want to go, it is just getting around to all that searching, deciding and booking. In particular, I there are usually at least 3 of us, and that makes it all the more complicated, as you try to meet all their needs!
This year, I am hoping to go to New York, and I already know that there are loads of things to do once we get there, never mind where we stay, the dates we go blah, blah blah. So how can I at least make the holiday a lot more enjoyable?
Fortunately, once I make my mind up, I am like a whirlwind, and it all gets done really quickly. My personality type means that when I make decisions, I tend to take into account everyone to make sure they get what they want too!
As a result, I make each person in the holiday party, make a list of everything they would like to do when they are on holiday.
I then identify those things that everyone has mentioned and schedule them in over the holiday period.
I then look at the next most popular choice and schedule those in.
I then make sure everyone has the opportunity to do at least one of the things on their list (in case they have come up with the most random, bizarre or most expensive choice that no-one in their right mind would probably be in the least bit interested in doing) and make sure they get to do it!
Sounds complicated? Not really, it means everyone can be sure that they get some say in how they spend their holiday and besides it works for us and minimises any disputes about what we will do and when!The only stipulation I have for anyone who goes on holiday with me, is that I do need 'me' time - where I can relax and read, and read, ,and read....not so good for them!
Minimise any potential room for disputes by making sure every member of the holiday party has a say in what they do, even the youngest member of the party!
In the meantime, I am thinking about Wendy and what she is doing now....if she has any sense, laying back, with a glass in one hand, and a book in the other....chillll
If you want to understand more about what sort of holiday personality you are drop me an email marked "Holiday Personality Type" to enquire@relishpeople.co.uk and I will send you a quiz to help you find out!
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