Tag Archives: defusion

Tasting Freedom – and why this is my last Blog Post ever.

Posted on August 1, 2016 by thesamemountain

There’s this moment when I’m flying down the hill, wind in my face, blue sky above me, and I notice this thought passing by – that this is it, THIS is tasting freedom.  It’s exhilarating, and not just because I’ve … Continue reading →

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Stuff that Definitely Doesn’t Suck – a review of Ben Sedley’s “Stuff that Sucks”

Posted on May 2, 2016 by thesamemountain

I don’t know what your reading list is like – maybe it’s a little like mine. Last year, I was super excited to hear a colleague of mine had his book published.  What a magnificent achievement.  Then I looked at … Continue reading →

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5 Steps to Increase Kids’ Veggie Eating (evidence from an exciting new study)

Posted on February 23, 2015 by thesamemountain

It must be just about every parent’s struggle – the constant attempts to increase the vegetable intake of our little bundles o’ joy, through their toddler years and beyond.  Often it starts out fine – many the smug mother of … Continue reading →

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Playful Thinking Part 2 – Just like riding a bike

Posted on January 7, 2014 by thesamemountain

Happy New Year! I hope the festive season has brought you some time for rest and relaxation, along with some space to consider what you would like 2014 to be about.  Having encouraged you last month to start playing with … Continue reading →

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The Brain that Lies

Posted on November 12, 2013 by thesamemountain

I was deeply touched by the warm response many of you gave my first blog post. Clearly it was enough positive reinforcement for me to attempt again 😉 Not without those scary voices showing up, of course. A past client … Continue reading →

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