It was a jolt to my system as a mom. Hearing my 10-year-old son utter the words, "I just can't! I've got sooo much to do! And I don't know how I'm going to get it all done!" sent chills down my spine.

Those words... they were my words. The ones I'd muttered in desperation countless times before. I had unwittingly taught my son this response – a knee-jerk reaction to stress and overwhelm.

I absolutely love it when my worlds collide! Not in a chaotic, crash-bang kind of way (though those can lead to growth too), but in the magical moments when seemingly separate interests and curiosities suddenly converge. It's like a symphony of ideas harmonising, inviting me to dive deeper into the enchanting melody of interconnectedness.

This delightful convergence is a welcome contrast to the disarray of the past couple of years. Recently, I've felt a strong pull towards exploring essential oils. After three failed attempts, I finally connected with my friend Johanna and dove into the fragrant world of diffusers and starter kits. (I'm still a newbie, but Johanna's a fantastic guide!)

Have you ever felt stuck, like you're living life on a well-worn path with limited visibility? It's a common experience, rooted in the belief that our potential exists only within a certain radius of where we are now. But what if that's not true? What if there's a whole universe of possibilities waiting beyond that self-imposed circle of comfort?

Have you ever noticed how some people always seem to have accidents, while others never get so much as a scratch? Or maybe you know someone who's been mistreated in every relationship they've ever had. What's going on here? Is it just bad luck?

While it may be tempting to blame external forces for our misfortunes, the truth is that we often play a far more significant role in shaping our lives than we realise This isn't about blaming victims – abuse is never okay, and perpetrators are always responsible for their actions.

Fear and anxiety often feel like unruly children, demanding attention and refusing to be ignored. Their roots often trace back to childhood experiences where we felt powerless or overwhelmed.

When we try to suppress these feelings, they only intensify. It's like shushing a child who desperately wants to be heard. Anxiety is a natural alarm system, trying to warn us of potential danger. But when we dismiss it, the alarm gets louder, culminating in a full-blown panic attack.

We all have a need to be heard. And we all have emotions that need to be expressed. But here's the thing: they don't need to happen at the same time.

Let's say you're facing a problem that's making you angry. You go to talk to someone, and your anger takes over. You yell, you bring up old grievances, and you lose sight of the real issue. How effective is that? Not very, right?