Positive Being

01/12/2025

What is Toxic Positivity

December can be a polar(bear)ising time. Some folks are sinking into that Christmas vibe. Others feel the same way many dog owners do about fireworks; it seems to go on longer every year!

Ads depicting perfect families, people keep asking ‘what you doing for Christmas?’ and social media shows us everyone else having the best time ever.

It’s not that I’m all ‘bah humbug’ about the festive season, I’m a lover not hater, but Christmas is a tough time for lots of people, so I thought a few posts through December around toxic positivity could be a bit of fun.

We get so much bite size advice and it isn’t always helpful. Things like – ‘you just need to think more positively’ or ‘have you tried practicing gratitude?’

Those mindsets are wonderful places to be in and to practice. When we are in those states it is reason to celebrate – but it is not a final destination. These things are a process, they are actions. And it doesn’t happen overnight – so throughout December I want to dig a bit deeper into a few well known phrases and get a bit more nuance. A touch more light and shade.

Buckle in.🥰

27/11/2025

How do you manage being authentic with friends, work colleagues - even family?
Should we be authentic all the time. How important is it to be 'ourselves?'

Find out more in my latest blog for

https://www.thepositivepsychologypeople.com/authenticity-to-be-or-not-to-be-our-authentic-selves/

25/11/2025

Sometimes the sun shine is sweetest when it's pouring with rain.

It reminds us, like the rainbow that often shows up alongside, that nothing stays the same and even the darkest of nights are followed by a new morning.

20/11/2025

Case Study: Asking for what you need isn’t selfish.

After the 6 session Positive Reframe programme, Helen said ‘I’m feeling more creative and energetic – it’s a complete reset.’

Do you want to find out how transformative positive psychology can support you to make changes in your life? Book a free 30 minute consultation call today.

18/11/2025

Your inner child knows all about engaging with the different seasons – from splashing in puddles to kicking through the leaves.

How do you like to let the child in you out to play?

13/11/2025

Do you know I have a newsletter?

It’s quite good I think and I only send it out once a month so you’re in box won’t be flooded.

If you want to find out more about positive psychology or coaching or Positive Being Coaching (that’s me) and other related topics then head over to my website and sign up. The link is in the comments section below.

And if there is an area of positive psychology you are interested in or would like to know more about then let me know. I’m always looking for a bit of inspiration and ideas for what to write about.

11/11/2025

So what have you been noticing about the changing season?

It isn’t all easy or comfortable, but if I’m wrapped up well I do like a bit of rain. I love the sound on a roof or the smell of the road.

What do you find difficult about winter? What could help you embrace it more? Not sure? Drop a note in the comments and we can brainstorm some ideas together.

06/11/2025

I wanted to introduce myself for any new connections.

I'm Tracy. I set up my business Positive Being Coaching three years ago now and am loving the work I do with people.

I coach people one to one using transformative positive psychology tools and techniques, to guide them towards their brighter, better future.

In this video I explain a bit more about what coaching is so you can see how I would support you to achieve your goals.

If you've been stuck for a while you can start to feel anxious, lose your confidence and self-belief and your goals start to feel more and more out of reach.

I can help you reverse that cycle, start the positive shift in yourself that sees you building your hope and optimism once more, falling in love with yourself, your work, your life,

Have a look at my website - the link is in the comments - to find out more or just message me on Facebook.

I offer a free 30 minute consultation call so you can find out more.

04/11/2025

I know, you’re just getting your head around autumn and embracing those browns, golds and reds – and bang – the clocks go back, Halloween has been and gone and, if you work indoors, you are hard pushed to catch a bit of daylight.

Winter is here and it can take a bit of adjusting to, but being in flow with life is about being awake to what each season has to offer. The more we can enjoy the moments, instead of resisting or resenting what is, we more we can start to open up to the magic that each season offers.

What do you love about this time of year?

Over the coming week look out for the things you enjoy about winter or are looking forward to as the year comes to an end. It might be the pale beauty of a late sunrise, cosy nights in, big jumpers, red berries, robins, meeting with friends and family, looking forward to Christmas celebrations, awful movies, perhaps even some snow.

Keep a note in a journal or on your phone. I will be back next Tuesday with another video to remind you to notice the good things. I’d love to know how you get on.

30/10/2025

28/10/2025

Is there something difficult you are dealing with at the moment?
Could you try thinking of it as a challenge rather than a threat?

When you make this shift in how you look at a problem it;

✨Reduces stress which helps you think more clearly and more creatively,

✨Allows you the mental space so you can think about all those times you have got through difficulties before and how you did that,

✨Makes it easier to keep going when things get hard,

✨Helps you feel more hopeful and resilient.

So, how can you reframe a challenge you are facing right now?