The Vault #37
Ruled by diabetes, artist Paul O'Donnell shows embracing imperfection can lead you down an extraordinary path.
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#diabetes #imperfection #perfection #resilience #creativity
Brand new!
We've been taking a look at emerging tech and immersive experiences that help improve health and wellness, everything from calm to confidence.
First 3 posts online now:
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#health #wellbeing #emergingtech #immersive #clarity #confidence #convalescence #wellness
The Vault #36
When you’re caught between self-doubt and ego, WWE’s John Cena reveals how a broken pocket watch keeps him grounded.
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#perspective #selfworth #pocketwatch #love
The Vault #35
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When you’re up against it, Olympian Sarah Wells shows you how to conquer hurdles, for her physically and for you, mentally.
#hurdles #obstacles #potential #self-belief
The Vault #34
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If you're holding onto complex feelings like grief or sadness, director Andrea Walker proves dance helps release them.
#sadness #grief #emotions #dance #release
The Vault #33
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If you’ve been pushing too hard and want to be still, illustrator Holly Hatam says take that pause; there’s nothing to prove.
#innerstrength #resilience #courage #hope
The Vault #32
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Don't beat yourself up for something you learnt in childhood that haunts you today; here's how to let go of unhelpful behaviour.
#innerchild #compassion #acceptance #therapy
The Vault #31
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If you find yourself consumed by panic, here’s a simple trick you can try at home, with just one thing you’ll find in your freezer.
#panicattacks #anxiety #anxietyrelief #ice #coldwatertherapy
The Vault #30
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Grief isn't always for close loved ones lost; losing an acquaintance can weigh heavy too. Here’s a way to say goodbye and heal.
#grief #healing #letter #loss #writing
If you ever wonder what others want from your work, this trick from James Victore will flip your question to give you answers.
The Vault #29 novaislost.com/them
#creativework #trustyourself #confidence #uniquevoice #ownit #careeradvice #selfbelief #vulnerability #artisticexpression #creativecareer
This quick tip on setting limits pushed Zack Robinson through "crippling self-doubt" to work towards a winning creative career
The Vault #28 novaislost.com/listen-in
#selfdoubt, #creativeblock, #mentalhealth, #productivity, #mindset, #personalgrowth, #innercritic, #negativethoughts, #twominuterule
How to quieten your mind in 10 seconds with a simple finger trick anyone can do anywhere, even in the middle of a personal crisis.
The Vault #27 novaislost.com/finger-rub/
#mentalfitness #positiveintelligence #pqreps #shirzadchamine #calmmind #resilience #braintraining #personalgrowth #wellbeing
Dr Kimberley Quinn shows how to ‘win your day’ in just 17 seconds, learning how to overcome even the greatest trauma to find joy.
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#gratitude #braintraining #neuroscience #mindset #resilience #mentalwellbeing #gratituderampage
How do you know what direction to take when life isn’t giving you a clear signal? A tip from a therapist is not to muddy the waters.
The Vault #25 novaislost.com/puddle/
#lifelessons #patience
If your mind feels busy with negative thoughts, here's a creative way to neutralise the negativity and reengage with fresh perspective.
The Vault #24 novaislost.com/spiral
#paper #spiral #thoughtprocess #negativethoughts #negativespace #mentalhealth #mentalwellbeing #positivity #art #artsandcrafts
This famous poem by renowned author and activist Maya Angelou is a potent stimulus to dig for resilience when life pushes you down.
The Vault #23 novaislost.com/still-i-rise
#poetry #resilience #mayaangelou #stillirise #hope
What d'you do when you feel like you don't belong? Because you'll prove it if you look hard enough, says Brene Brown.
The Vault #22 novaislost.com/evidence
#brenebrown #belonging #negotiation #bravethewilderness #courage
This quote from Brianna Wiest will help you decide what to do next time you're feeling unsure (your body already has the answers).
The Vault #21 novaislost.com/body-reaction
#body #yoga #personalgrowth #hara
How do you explore trauma through art? Brassic’s Joseph Gilgun proves you don’t need a canvas or even a plan to succeed.
The Vault #20 novaislost.com/joe-gilgun-art
#bipolar #mentalillness #acting #artist #creativity #selfexploration #expression #art #josephgilgun #joegilgun #brassic
In even the darkest times, trust there’s wonder to be found; artist @dmicheleperry.bsky.social lights the way (takes 5 minutes a day)
The Vault #19
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#wonder #findingwonder #resilience #creativity #everydaywonders #mentalhealthrecovery
Can you reframe three bouts of cancer, a broken neck and a divorce into something positive? Zelda Wilson shows us how.
The Vault #18 novaislost.com/zelda-wilson/
#reframing #courage #cancer #fearless #curiosity #mentalhealth #livewell
Wanting to suppress 'bad' feelings like sadness is having "dead person's goals" says psychologist Susan David. Here's what to do instead:
The Vault #17 novaislost.com/susan-david/
#feelings #emotions #healthymind #healthbody #writeoutemotions #journalling #sadness #anger #grief
Artistic director Cathy Mager shares the quickest (and smartest) way to take the sting out of a rejection by reframing it. Learn a clever new trick to build resilience 💥
The Vault #16
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#rejection #creativity #success #failure #climbtosuccess #resilience
Reconnecting with her inner child moved artist Nesha Mistry past stress, loneliness and depression. She shares how a chance encounter showed her the way ―> and how you can do the same.
The Vault #15
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#creativity #innerchildhealing #depression #anxiety #stress #loneliness
If you're stressed out with a busy mind, pro coach Andrew Sewell has a fun book of suggestions anyone can use to stop overthinking 🙌
The Vault #14 novaislost.com/overthinking/
#overthinking #anxiety #depression #mentalhealth #flourish #control #calm #psychology #psychologybook #andrewsewell
If ever you feel broken, look to the ancient Japanese art of Kintsugi to fill the cracks with gold, smooth out jagged edges, and heal ❤️🩹
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#kintsugi #kintsugiart #kintsugiworkshop #kintsugirepair #strength #beauty #mistakeshappen #repair
When was the last time you let your mind wander? Neuroscientist Dr Ben Shofty reveals the good (and bad) it can unlock.
The Vault #12
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#creativity #neuroscience #mindwanderings #ideas #rumination #mentalhealth
Through the jaw-dropping artwork of Graphic Rewilding, uncover new ways to enjoy nature in urban spaces and feel better 🪷
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#mentalhealth #mentalwellbeing #MentalWellness #nature #recovery #RecoveryJourney #urbanart #urbannature
Easily instil positive thinking for the New Year and beyond with the Maui Habit from Tiny Habits author, @bjfogg.bsky.social.
As soon as your feet hit the ground in the morning, say to yourself, “It’s going to be a great day.”
Try it for 30 days!
#tinyhabits #bjfogg #positivethinking #mauihabit
A surprise quote from Arnie this Christmas:
“Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength.” ~ Arnold Schwarzenegger
#arnie #christmas #struggles #strength #hope #turnitaround