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10/09/2025

Life Won’t Wait — Why Should You? 🥰

Good fortune doesn’t just show up ...you’ve got to create it, chase it, and grab it. Don’t sit back waiting for “the right time.” The right time is now.

Fear? Let it go. You’ve got nothing to lose and everything to gain. Life is short, and none of us are promised tomorrow ....,so stop hesitating.

And don’t waste energy being jealous of what others seem to have. You’ve got the same potential, the same ability to build something amazing. The only difference is whether you take action.

So get up, go after it, and when the opportunities land, grab them tight and be grateful. Your future is waiting ...but it won’t wait forever.

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02/09/2025

Empty Nest, New Beginnings

The house may be quieter with little ones starting school or older ones off to university… but this isn’t an ending, it’s a beginning.

You’ve done your job. You’ve raised strong, independent children ready to fly. Now it’s your time.

Say yes to new activities. Reignite old friendships. Start that project you’ve been putting off. This is your season to grow, to laugh, to rediscover who you are beyond being “Mum” or “Dad.”

Never feel like a burden to your children ...the best gift you can give them is showing them how to live fully, at every stage of life.

The nest may be empty, but your future is wide open. Spread your wings too. 🥰

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26/08/2025

Find Your Joy in Movement 💃

Yesterday I was feeling a bit flat and really missed my dancing. So, I reached out to see if there was a venue or group I could join. That’s the beauty of community ...sometimes it only takes one step to reconnect.

What I love about my dance family is this: we don’t always know loads about each other’s lives, but when we meet, we smile, move, and share the joy of dancing. And in that moment, nothing else matters.💃

Exercise doesn’t just strengthen the body — it lifts the mind, calms the soul, and fills us with energy and joy.

If you’re ever feeling stuck, tired, or a little low, reach out. Find your people. Join the walk, the class, the dance, the swim. Connection and movement are powerful ...and you’ll be amazed at how much lighter and brighter you feel.

(And yes, I had to laugh when my cheeky eldest suggested “For Your Eyes Only” as a venue — he knew I’d be mortified! 😂)

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20/08/2025

I overheard a conversation recently that made me stop and reflect. Why do some people feel they have to be tough in their relationships — holding back kind words, affection, and tenderness, as though love makes them weak?

But here’s the truth: the words we speak are like seeds. Every word we plant grows into something — comfort, trust, joy… or pain, distance, and hurt. What seeds are you sowing in the heart of the person you love?

And what if tomorrow never comes? What if your last words were sharp, unkind, or careless — is that how you’d want to be remembered?

If love is in your heart, let it show. Plant words that uplift, nurture, and heal. Because those are the seeds that will take root, not just in your relationship, but in the hearts of your children and everyone who sees your example.

“The words we speak become the house we live in.”

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20/08/2025

I overheard a conversation recently that made me stop and reflect. Why do some people feel they have to be tough in their relationships — holding back kind words, affection, and tenderness, as though love makes them weak?

But here’s the truth: the words we speak are like seeds. Every word we plant grows into something — comfort, trust, joy… or pain, distance, and hurt. What seeds are you sowing in the heart of the person you love?

And what if tomorrow never comes? What if your last words were sharp, unkind, or careless — is that how you’d want to be remembered?

If love is in your heart, let it show. Plant words that uplift, nurture, and heal. Because those are the seeds that will take root, not just in your relationship, but in the hearts of your children and everyone who sees your example.

“The words we speak become the house we live in.”

27/07/2025

Happy Sunday, everyone.
Hope your day has been as meaningful as mine.
It’s been a day of reflection for me—with thoughts of life, love, and an upcoming funeral reminding me how precious our time really is.

The Power of Prayer

A few weeks ago, I started going to church again.
Church has always brought me a sense of peace, especially during challenging times.

Now, I’m not someone who blindly follows doctrine, and I certainly don’t believe anyone has the right to say exactly who or what the higher power is. After all, we only have stories, scriptures, and personal belief to guide us...and I tend to be quite logical.
But I do believe that we aren’t the only life form in this vast universe.

I see this life as a human experience, and I believe we’re here to grow, to learn, and to help one another along the way.
When life throws us into chaos..whether through family struggles or health challenges...it’s comforting to lean into faith, to pray, and to believe that we’re not alone.
That’s the real power of faith: the sense of connection, hope, and strength it brings.

And I don’t think it matters what faith you follow, as long as it doesn’t make you feel superior or teach judgment over others. Faith should unite, not divide.

This morning in church, I noticed a few young men sitting quietly in the pews, and it genuinely moved me.
In the North East, there’s still this unspoken pressure for men to “man up” and bury their emotions. We know where that leads—too many suffer in silence, turning to alcohol or drugs, and tragically, some to su***de.

As a mum and grandmother of boys, I understand how difficult it can be to offer...or receive...emotional support. But seeing young men choosing faith as a safe space gave me hope.
Maybe we need to start encouraging people....especially our youth—to find support in community, in faith, in something bigger than themselves, rather than relying solely on medication or waiting months for therapy.

There’s a place for professional help, of course. But in the meantime, maybe faith and spiritual connection can offer guidance, peace, and comfort.

Once upon a time, we had village elders..people who offered wisdom, support, and community. That’s something we’ve lost in our modern world. But maybe we can each be that person..offering wisdom, love, and a listening ear to our friends, families, and neighbours.

Faith, prayer, and connection won’t fix everything...but they might just be part of the healing we all need.

Warmly
Shirley 🥰

Shirley Bone is a fully qualified hypnotherapist and neuro-linguistic programming practitioner based in Newcastle.

24/07/2025

Love this ...analogy of life not my words but certainly resonates.

Credits David Wolfe

THE TRAIN - At birth we boarded the train and met our parents, and we believe they will always travel by our side. As time goes by, other people will board the train; and they will be significant i.e. our siblings, friends, children, and even the love of your life. However, at some station our parents will step down from the train, leaving us on this journey alone. Others will step down over time and leave a permanent vacuum. Some, however, will go so unnoticed that we don't realize they vacated their seats. This train ride will be full of joy, sorrow, fantasy, expectations, hellos, goodbyes, and farewells. Success consists of having a good relationship with all passengers requiring that we give the best of ourselves.
The mystery to everyone is: We do not know at which station we ourselves will step down. So, we must live in the best way, love, forgive, and offer the best of who we are. It is important to do this because when the time comes for us to step down and leave our seat empty we should leave behind beautiful memories for those who will continue to travel on the train of life.
I wish you all a joyful journey 🥰
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03/07/2025

I’ve been spending time at women’s support groups lately, and I’ve been inspired by the honesty and encouragement shared there. One talk on self-care really resonated with me ....I’m a big believer that you must look after yourself first. As I always say: put your own oxygen mask on first, because you’re no use to anyone else if you’re struggling to breathe.

But one thing really made me stop and think. A woman shared her journey with weight and dieting — how she’d carried so much guilt and shame, and how she’d finally decided to accept herself as she is. And yes, no one deserves to be body-shamed, ever. Self-acceptance is important.

But I couldn’t help but wonder: what if everyone had that same mindset, where health didn’t matter? What if we all gave up on trying to move more, eat better, and take care of ourselves? We’d have a world where no one could work, where chronic illness runs rampant, where our healthcare system — already stretched — collapses under the weight of lifestyle diseases that could have been prevented.

We’re already seeing lowered standards when it comes to lifestyle. Comfort over effort. Sedentary habits. Dress codes that reflect we’ve stopped caring. “Gurus” who tell you it’s fine to stay stuck — just chill, relax, do nothing. We jump in the car instead of walking, we drink to escape, and we look for quick fixes in tablets instead of changing our habits.

But where are the voices saying:
Get up.
Take responsibility.
What example are you setting for your kids?
Your health matters — and you CAN change your story.

There are better options. You can learn new coping strategies, find balance, and build a healthy lifestyle. Support is out there — whether it’s me or another professional who can help guide you forward.

Self-love doesn’t mean giving up on yourself. Self-love means caring enough to do better for yourself and your future.

If you’re ready to make a change — reach out. I’d love to help you take that first step toward a healthier, happier you. Or guide you to the professionals who can.🥰

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08/06/2025

When Love Alone Isn’t Enough And That’s Okay!

Being in a long-term marriage where respect is missing can leave you feeling stuck ...scared, hurt, and unsure of how life could ever look without that person. But here’s what I want you to know:

You are allowed to want more.
You are allowed to want respect.

You are allowed to want trust, support, and space to grow.

You are allowed to set boundaries and expect them to be honored.

You are allowed to be loved in a way that you understand and feel.

Love alone is not enough.

You need mutual respect. You need support. You need trust. You need boundaries. You need people to be there when it matters.
You need space to grow and acceptance when you do.”

If you are scared of what life might look like beyond your marriage, know this:
Fear is normal. But staying in a place where you are not respected is not the only option.
You are stronger than you think.
You deserve a relationship where you can thrive, not just survive.

One small step toward honoring your own worth can change everything. You do not have to settle. You do not have to do it alone. And you are never too far along in life to choose yourself.

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05/06/2025

Stop the Story: Don’t Let Someone Else’s Opinion Become Your Truth

We live in a world where stories travel fast....and truth often travels slow. It’s far too easy to hear something negative about someone and take it as fact, especially when it comes from a familiar voice. But let’s pause and ask: Do we really know the full story?

People form opinions based on their own experiences, emotions, or misunderstandings. That doesn’t make their version of events the truth. And yet, too often, others adopt that view without ever questioning it.

We owe it to each other...and ourselves...not to let someone else’s bias or bitterness become the lens through which we see others.

Before forming an opinion:
• Ask yourself if you’ve heard both sides.
• Remember that perception isn’t proof.
• Don’t let gossip become your guide.

And if someone tries to drag you into a one-sided conversation about someone else? Shut it down. Respectfully, but firmly. Because truth deserves more care than casual talk allows.

Let’s choose to see people as they are, not as someone else says they are.

Kindness. Respect.... That’s the way forward.🥰

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03/06/2025

“Friendship doesn’t fade with time—it fades with silence. Reach out, reconnect, and keep the light alive.”

Friendships don’t just happen — they’re nurtured. 💛
Connections need care from both sides. Life gets busy, but that doesn’t mean we stop needing each other. Don’t be afraid to reach out, even if it’s been a while. Don’t assume someone doesn’t want to hear from you or is too busy .....chances are, they’d love that call or message.

Too many people sit in silence, feeling forgotten, when really, everyone’s just juggling life. Never take it personally. True friends understand.

So if you’re feeling a little lonely, don’t wait ...pick up the phone, send the text, make the plan. Friendships are worth the effort. 🌟
“Be the friend who reaches out first. Kindness doesn’t wait...it acts.” 🥰

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29/05/2025

Saying Your Peace: The Gift of Final Closure

Sometimes, you never get the chance to explain. The words pile up. The emotions sit heavy. The relationship end...and you’re left carrying everything unsaid.

But once in a while, life circles back and gives you that rare moment. A chance to say your peace.

Not to win them back.
Not to make them wrong.
But to free yourself from the weight of what was never spoken.

I recently had that moment. And I took it—not with bitterness or blame, but with honesty and heart. I said what I needed to say. I let go of what wasn’t mine to carry.

And something powerful happened: I felt peace.

Not because they responded the way I wanted. But because I no longer needed them to. I had spoken my truth. With calm. With clarity. With compassion.

Forgiveness followed—not just for them, but for me.
Because I didn’t want to keep carrying anger or regret. That’s not who I want to be.

Closure doesn’t always come tied in a neat bow. But sometimes, just speaking your truth is enough.
It’s not about changing the past.
It’s about setting yourself free from it.

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