I’ve written about Emotional Intelligence (EQ) before, a subject that has fascinated me throughout my career. My first blog in this series explored anger and the idea that what we call anger isn’t always the whole story. Are You Really Angry? This time, I want to explore anxiety, a word we use so casually, evenContinue reading "Are You Really Anxious?"
It’s Not Really About The LBW!
Hi Cricketers — I’m Andrea, a travel writer and Emotional Intelligence blogger based in St Agnes, West Cornwall, where I spend much of my time exploring and documenting the magnificent Cornish coastline and watching cricket. Cricket has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. My husband and most ofContinue reading "It’s Not Really About The LBW!"
Portreath to St Ives – South West Coast Path
Hi everyone, I’m back with the next part of my Adventures on the Cornish Coast Path series. This time, I walk from Portreath to St Ives on a late-September day that feels almost perfect: clear blue skies, soft autumnal light, and a gentle breeze to keep me cool. The gorse still bears a few yellowContinue reading "Portreath to St Ives – South West Coast Path"
Are You Really Angry?
Readers who follow my blog will know that I write about Emotional Intelligence (EQ). It’s a subject I’ve always been fascinated by, partly because it has played such an important role in my working life, and partly because, according to every evaluation I’ve ever had, I seem to be quite good at it. Throughout myContinue reading "Are You Really Angry?"
The Power of Silence
Cornwall, my home Hello and welcome to my blog. I've always been good at filling the silence. In fact, as it happens, when I'm nervous, I can be remarkably good at it. Put me in a room with people I don’t know, and I can suddenly find myself talking before my brain has caught up.Continue reading "The Power of Silence"
Beyond Our Comfort Zone: Hiking in Gran Canaria
Jamie and I love to hike. We'd hiked in Andalucía, and we both agreed it had been the best holiday we’d ever taken. That made us slightly nervous about booking another walking holiday. What if it wasn’t as good? So, was it? Read on, and I’ll reveal all. An early flight meant a 3.30 amContinue reading "Beyond Our Comfort Zone: Hiking in Gran Canaria"
Newquay to Perranporth South West Coastal Path
Join me for a scenic walk along the South West Coast Path
Are We Losing The Ability To Cope?
In a fast-paced world built for instant convenience, are we losing our resilience?
St Ives to Pendeen – South West Coast Path
The Toughest Walk on the South West Coast Path? Join me for another adventure on the Cornish coast. It’s July, the sun is relentless, and we’re enjoying Britain’s hottest summer since 1976. If you’re too young to remember it, the legendary Summer of ’76 brought melting roads, swarms of ladybirds, vinyl car seats hot enoughContinue reading "St Ives to Pendeen – South West Coast Path"
10 Habits That Keep Us Fit and Healthy Over 50
A little while ago, I wrote a blog called The Only Three Skincare Products You’ll Ever Need. It has had my highest viewing figures ever—more than 12,000 so far. The Only Three Skincare Products You’ll Ever Need Another question I’m asked regularly is, “How do you keep fit?” So, I thought I’d share my own personal story. MostContinue reading "10 Habits That Keep Us Fit and Healthy Over 50"