Enneaseries: What’s the Enneagram all about?

If you’re not sure what the Enneagram is, but have heard people talk about it a lot – you’re not alone. It’s a personality typing tool, but it’s not like any others that you might know. The Enneagram has been used for hundreds of years, dating right back to Benedictine Monks using the tool forContinue reading “Enneaseries: What’s the Enneagram all about?”

Hey, guess what? You don’t have to lose weight by summer

TW: weight loss/eating disorderDisclaimer: I’m not a health professional, just sharing my experience & perspective Ok, here’s the truth – I’m a hypocrite. When BoJo finally announced the UK’s roadmap out of lockdown, I circulated so many ‘fat memes’ about how we’re all going to be waddling out of lockdown with all the weight we’veContinue reading “Hey, guess what? You don’t have to lose weight by summer”

Seven ways to fight fear

Guys, there’s an awful lot of bad stuff going on in the world right now. All it takes is a glance at the news headlines to get some indication that people are really, really suffering. And it can be overwhelming. Facing the challenge of not living in fear can be so tough. Innocent women haveContinue reading “Seven ways to fight fear”

Surviving and thriving in the remainder of the pandemic

Whether you’re working from home, on furlough or still able to go to work – these tips are for you. In a stressful and unexpected time, it’s so important to look after yourself. If we look after ourselves, we’ll have more to give to those around us who need support. The pressure we can putContinue reading “Surviving and thriving in the remainder of the pandemic”

Act justly | Love mercy | Walk humbly

In recent weeks I’ve been reflecting on how I can use what I have to help, empower or show compassion to others in my community. I’m not talking about just financially helping people out, trust me, I’m not exactly rolling in money. What I mean is something the Bible sums up quite nicely – toContinue reading “Act justly | Love mercy | Walk humbly”

Top 8 tips for wellbeing at work

Notes from my recent talk at Synergy Churches online conference This week I was one of the speakers at an online zoom conference with over 300 people from all over the world! What an experience. I was asked to speak on ‘Wellbeing in the Workplace’ to inspire other companies, community groups & churches to embraceContinue reading “Top 8 tips for wellbeing at work”

January blues

January blues have hit harder than usual for many in 2021. It’s difficult enough when the weather is grey and days are shorter. But with children at home, keyworkers fatigued, grandparents at a distance and loved ones in hospital – it can seem almost impossible to find motivation to do your work, let alone supportContinue reading “January blues”

Beginning thoughts with Siân

A quick hello to kick off my new blog and start the world of thoughts with Siân. I’ve started this blog as an overflow of my work, life, passions and interests. Here’ you’ll predominantly find my latest musings and tips around: Workplace wellbeing Personal wellbeing Enneagram & personality types Social justice discussions Top reads FaithContinue reading “Beginning thoughts with Siân”