Anna Finn Wellbeing

10/07/2025

ANNA ASKS:
What is your automatic response to meeting someone who is better than you at something?

Our self-esteem can become fragile when we realise that someone else is cleverer, knows more or is able to navigate a specific situation better.

It could easily stem from being compared to someone else when we were growing up.

Looking back at it we may understand that this does not mean that we are not good enough, but inside we may have a very critical perception of ourselves.

Sometimes this can lead to always being over-judgmental about our skills and seeing ourselves as lacking in something.

It’s very easily done, and if done frequently, guess what: it becomes habitual and automatic. It is very common irrespective of where you are in life, but it can also lead to lack of confidence in pursuing life’s dreams and desires.

Knowing this is a pattern in our lives is a great start, and we also need something deeper for the habit to change and for us to be able to flourish.

One of the ways to address this is to be curious, listening to what someone has to say and absorb the knowledge that comes from our contact with that person.

This way we shift our focus away from our ‘lack’ to ‘how can I learn more about this?’

ANNA’S ANSWER:
I used to be compared to my older sister when I was very young. She was older than me and always well-organised whatever she decided to do, effortlessly able to plot her steps in life with intention, while I preferred to dress up my dolls in different outfits and pretend that I was a princess lol.

I have since recognised that while my organisation skills could still be better, I am able to watch others and learn skills to become more efficient with my time, and at the same I acknowledge the positives of less serious ways to enjoy being in the moment.
Result? A balance of serious and less serious activities in my life as well as a better understanding that we are all different rather than believing that I ‘lack’ something.

I am aware that this is a journey rather than an immediate change, but with curiosity we can begin to create positive habits that allow us to thrive in any area of our life.

What’s YOUR ANSWER?
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Relax and Reflect…

Take a look at my Testimonials page that shows how people became their own friends on their own personal improvement journey, choosing curiosity over criticism.

https://annafinnwellbeing.co.uk/testimonials/

03/07/2025

ANNA ASKS:
What do you remember having a surprisingly positive ending despite a stressful beginning?

ANNA’S ANSWER:
I did a first-ever sewing course last weekend. It started slow and we were all having a good laugh, but very quickly it developed into a very intense day.

There was so much to learn and so many details to retain, I was close to walking out before the end of the first hour. Nothing to do with the lovely lady who ran the course, but my head was spinning with all the information on how to cut the material and how to set up the electric sewing machine ready for use. It was only to make pyjama bottoms but the amount of information I had never heard of before was A LOT!

I stuck with it though, encouraged by the tutor who must have noticed my jaw on the floor, and came over to make sure I was following the steps safely.

I managed to cut the material following the pattern without losing any of my fingers, , sow the correct pieces together, overlock the edges and create a tunnel for elasticated band to go into.

It was exhausting, but having used the sewing machine several times for different pieces over the duration of the course, and seeing the end result looking fairly decent gave me a huge confidence boost and a feeling of elation. I could sew!!!

We all have powerful and resilient brains, and yes, learning a new skill starts with stress, anxiety and sometimes a feeling of not being able to cope, but the more we persevere the more we realise not only that we can learn a new skill fairly quickly, but also benefit from a huge boost in self-esteem.

What’s YOUR ANSWER?
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Relax and Reflect…

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17/06/2025

I love receiving testimonials from my clients, not because it’s ego-stroking, but to show to others how deep the change can be and how wonderful one might feel as a result.

Testimonials are also a useful way for others to learn what a therapist has dealt with. This can build a valuable picture of what results are possible to achieve.

I am pleased to present how this particular client felt after just one session of Reiki treatment, and I am truly thrilled this person had enjoyed it so much.

Here it is:
"I thoroughly enjoyed my Reiki session with Anna. She was warm, welcoming, and instantly put me at ease. The treatment felt deeply nourishing, and I could sense a lightness spreading through different parts of my body.
It was truly nurturing and meaningful."

For more testimonials head over to my website page.

https://annafinnwellbeing.co.uk/testimonials/



PS. It's not my dog by the way, but I thought my Facebook followers would like the pic. 😜

13/06/2025

I’m going to be a little controversial here…
We don’t have to go on a retreat to benefit from a retreat experience.

I get it. It’s very seductive.
It promises sunshine and laughter, and major transformations.

I had to step away for a few days last week because of feeling a wobble.
Cancelled several meetings.
I have no pretty picture to show for it because I stayed at home, but I knew that that was what I needed.

We often think we need to “go away” to find calm, a retreat, a weekend workshop, a mountain cabin in the woods. And while those experiences can be deeply nourishing, there’s a quieter truth we don’t often talk about:
You don’t always need to go far to come back to yourself.

Taking a break on your own, even close to home, can be just as potent as joining a retreat. Why? Because it’s not always about the place, it’s about the pause, the permission, and the presence you give yourself.

You don’t always need a retreat.

I invite you to read my blog to find out the powerful benefits of a quiet and calming break by yourself, even just for a few hours, can restore your nervous system, reset your perspective, and offer something many organised retreats miss: agency.
I’ve written about why these solo moments can be more powerful than a full weekend away, including 3 reasons you might not expect.

https://annafinnwellbeing.co.uk/the-power-of-stepping-away-and-why-to-consider-a-solo-retreat/

02/06/2025

Does anyone else shed a tear when your client says thank you so powerfully?

I love working with clients and I feel honoured to be able to help them:

Let go of fears that might have been there maybe even many years.

Start managing their anxiety

Calm down the unhelpful chatter in their heads

Think clearly

Build confidence to be themselves and to make decisions that help them be true to themselves

It brings me such joy to help them go out with a smile and enjoy life.

Still it brings tears to my eyes to see them happy.
I’m just a big kid inside really, so happy for them.
🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

If you would like to see other clients' insights into how they benefitted from seeing me, head over to my Testimonials page.

https://annafinnwellbeing.co.uk/testimonials/

12/05/2025

Well, we have truly been blessed with some beautiful sunshine over the last two weeks, haven’t we! It almost feels like we are abroad, just the pool is missing!😎

I am excited to say I have teamed up for a collaboration with this lovely lady called Laura Williams, who runs a really interesting business called OrganisedWell.

Do follow the link to her blog post (below) about a whole host of practical, achievable, and short actions that help not only clear home space, but can also be an excellent way to reach new levels of Wellbeing, that I am excited to share with you today...

Quick Declutter Tasks That Instantly Boost Your Wellbeing by Anna Finn | May 11, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 commentsGuest blog by Laura Williams, OrganisedWellAre you feeling overwhelmed or low on energy? The state of our homes can have a big impact on how we feel – mentally and emotionally. The goo...

07/05/2025

Sometimes the simplest actions bring unexpectedly remarkable results.

The simplicity brings ease, comfort, and relief.

No stress, just ease, and a potential for a positive change of perspective within.

Here is one action that integrates ancient knowledge with everyday activity.

It’s a clever way to create positive change in our lives.

On the face of it, it can seem very plain and simplistic, but it can have profound effects.

It can help us take control of our lives in ways we didn't expect.

Read all about it in my latest blog today and enjoy the result it creates for you.

Invite Positive Feelings with a Breathing Visualisation by Anna Finn | May 6, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 commentsWe often associate colours with feelings: red with anger, sky blue with calm, yellow with joy or happiness. But what if we could change the way we feel by combining colours with our breathi...

14/04/2025

Energy… it has so many different meanings in our lives!

I discovered some yesterday.

I did a little bit of gardening.
Noting massive I can only dab into it in small dosages.
I felt the warming Energy of the sun and it nudged me to step out into the garden.

I took it easy. Only did small baby steps.
And didn’t change all the pots even though some definitely need to go now.

But I can’t do everything all at once, it takes too much of my own Energy…

But still, after a few pots were revived with fresh evergreen plants and flowers, the whole garden’s Energy changed.

The garden kind of came alive.

It lifted.

A lovely kind of Energy.
Energy of newness and colourfulness, the one that helps you breathe and relax.

When do you become mindful of energy around you?

08/04/2025

Isn't it wonderful when the sun shines brightly for more than one day? lol

It was really lovely over the weekend to see not only nature in the form of flowers and leaves springing out to check out the sunshine, but also more people are out and about lazily enjoying the warmth and topping up the levels of Vitamin D.

It is true that more and more of us are looking more persistently down on our phones rather than up and chatting to others, and there are other factors that can have detrimental effects on our ability to enjoy connecting with others, but there are strategies anyone can employ that can start to make interacting with others easier again.

Checkout my recent blog about improving social confidence, which can enhance the quality of life no end as well as help to have a more realistic view of blunders or 'failures'.

https://annafinnwellbeing.co.uk/regain-your-social-confidence/

If there are points that resonate and you would like to discuss further help, be sure you can book a FREE initial consultation over the phone or Zoom. DM me or call or text on 079661517680 to check it out.

28/03/2025

Oooooh this is different!!!
Beethoven Symphony No 9

Not my usual Friday night music, but soooo Sensational it's giving me goosebumps!
I love it!

The volume is on Absolute Maximum (good job that's on Apple AirPods!)

De-stressing, Distracting, but Invigorating at the same time!

27/03/2025

The sun is finally showing up more often now so it's natural that we may think about going outside more! And this may lead us to thinking more about this:
Do we want to socialise, or do we prefer to do things on our own?...

We are social creatures, but that does NOT mean time alone isn't essential, does it?

Taking time out for yourself is a healthy need—it allows us to reflect, decompress, and recharge. But as humans, we also thrive on connection. We benefit from sharing ideas, showing (and receiving) empathy, and engaging with others.

Yet, for some, social interactions can feel awkward or even anxiety-inducing.
Have you ever felt hesitant to start a conversation?

Do you sometimes avoid social situations because they feel uncomfortable?
If so, you're not alone.

The good news? You can become more confident in social situations.

With the right strategies, a bit of patience, and persistence, you can start feeling more at ease when interacting with others.

Want to learn practical tools to feel more Calm and Confident in social settings more often?

Click the link below to subscribe and read my latest newsletter that's going out next Tuesday, and enjoy making real change today.

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28/02/2025

ANNA ASKS:
When was the last time the worst-case scenario you have thought of came true?

Imagining the worst outcome can be a habit. It can become automatic if we do it frequently, just like any other habit. I call it ‘what-if’ing’.

It may start with ‘What if I can’t find a parking space?’ to a full-blown avoidance of doing the activity you would like to pursue. One example of this is social confidence. You may have had an experience of an uncomfortable social meeting and decide, maybe even subconsciously, that you will not attend those kind of meetings any more, because you believe ‘it will only end up being another disaster’.

Becoming aware of what picture we paint can be a great first step, as it is only with awareness that we have an opportunity to start changing what no longer works for us. Again, just like with any habit, persistence and repetition can start to open up a more positive horizon in front of us.

Considering changing the habit into a more realistic and helpful one doesn’t have to be difficult. Challenging your thoughts one by one can gradually become automatic and our perspective can change to a more enabling one.

ANNA’S ANSWER:
I remember when I was in my late teens/ early twenties, I used to travel by train a lot, exploring beautiful places in Poland. And my dad used to say: ‘What will you do if you miss a train?’ And I used to reply: ‘I will just take the next one’. I know my dad was trying to protect me from something uncomfortable, but his remarks sounded rather negative. I never did miss a train and travelling has always been a pleasurable experience, and I am glad I didn’t let my dad’s unhelpful perspective affect my decisions. But equally I can see how seeing things through a negative lens can have a huge impact on our lives.

What’s your answer?
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Relax and Reflect

If the above resonated with you, I invite you to read my latest blog here https://annafinnwellbeing.co.uk/regain-your-social-confidence/, to find ways to develop more positive outlook in the area of social confidence.

And if you’d like to find out more about me and what I do to help you thrive have a look here https://annafinnwellbeing.co.uk/about-anna-anna-finn-well-being/ .

Happy Friday and have a fab weekend! 😎