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CNA
09-07-2025
- Business
- CNA
CNA938 Rewind - The Wellness Hour - The success paradox: why it can feel empty
Ever feel like you've made it in life, but something still feels off? Cheryl Goh explores the paradox of success and why it's becoming more common among professionals with Nancy Ho, Life Coach.
Daily Mail
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Inside Jennifer Aniston and hunky guru's cozy California break weeks before romance rumors ignited
Jennifer Aniston and her hunky new guru confidante enjoyed a cozy break away in California weeks before romance rumors ignited. After exclusively revealed the Friends actress, 56, spent Fourth of July weekend with life coach Jim Curtis, it has now been revealed the pair holidayed in Big Sur in June. has learned Aniston and Curtis stayed at five-star eco-friendly resort Ventana Big Sur - where they put on a 'cozy' display, The pair were seen 'cuddling up' at the hotel's restaurant. has contacted representatives for Aniston for comment and has yet to hear back. Ventana is a favorite among superstars, with celebrities including Taylor Swift, Anne Hathaway and Ivanka Trump among fans. The resort touts itself as a mix of 'indulgence and enrichment' with a $3000 a night stay including 'all-inclusive meals, non-alcoholic beverages, transformative wellbeing programming, exclusive amenities, and a captivating collection of curated experiences with bespoke itineraries.' 'It's a place where you see the world, and even yourself, a little bit differently. Where you can find your center, soothe your body and stir your imagination. And where romantics, visionaries and seekers find the fuel that feeds their souls' their website reads. Back in April, Curtis hinted at romance between the pair as he commented a heart emoji on a video of Aniston flaunting her toned frame while working out. Curtis regularly posts inspirational quotes and 'manifestations' to help people 'break free from their past and patterns' to find love - and Aniston has been following him on the social media platform for almost two years. It's perhaps notable that the actress also liked one of Curtis's posts just last week which read: 'Repeat these affirmations to heal and recover from a divorce, breakup or difficult romance and begin to call in the new empowered, healthy and divine love.' Aniston has been actively engaging with Curtis's content for quite some time. Back in November 2023, she showed her appreciation for a post which read: 'Is it better to settle or stay alone? The answer lies in nurturing meaningful relationships. Research shows that connections with others are crucial for happiness. So, don't settle in your love life, and don't isolate yourself either.' Curtis is also the author of 'Shift: Quantum Manifestation Guide: A Workbook for Coding a New Consciousness' - which, in an Instagram post of her own, Aniston told her followers she was reading in May this year. Back in April, Curtis hinted at romance between the pair as he commented a heart emoji on a video of Aniston flaunting her toned frame while working out Further evidence of their growing bond may have been evidenced in April, when Aniston revealed that she had turned to hypnosis to get over her fear of flying. She said: 'But I have been doing some hypnosis lately... it's shockingly good!' Curtis practices a therapy that he calls 'hypno-realization' which he says helps people 'break free from their past to create an entirely new reality of powerful loving connection.' Curtis's own backstory saw him overcome years of debilitating nerve pain, which first struck the summer after his freshman year at the University of New Hampshire in 1995. When an MRI revealed lesions on his spinal cord, he decided to change his story from 'frat guy athlete to something else' and pursue alternative methods of healing. Curtis credits his university professor for sowing the seeds of his philosophy. 'He taught me to meditate and introduced me to the idea of mindfulness: focusing on just being present,' he said in a 2017 interview. He also calls this professor his 'Stimulati' and 'thought igniter'. For her part, Aniston was wed to actor Brad Pitt from 2000-2005 before the Hollywood golden couple famously imploded when he met actress Angelina Jolie on the set of Mr. & Mrs. Smith. It wasn't until 2015 that Aniston would settle down again, marrying Justin Theroux in 2015. But theirs wasn't to be a lasting romance. They divorced just three years later. In 2022, Aniston tragically revealed she had unsuccessfully tried IVF - and wished she had frozen her eggs years earlier. The Troy actor and Jolie were then together for 11 years and welcomed three children together before their marriage came to its own explosive end in 2016; seen in 2009 'It was a challenging road for me, the baby-making road,' Aniston said at the time. 'All the years and years and years of speculation... It was really hard. I was going through IVF, drinking Chinese teas, you name it. I was throwing everything at it,' she added. 'I would've given anything if someone had said to me, 'Freeze your eggs. Do yourself a favor.' You just don't think it. So here I am today. The ship has sailed.' But, she added: 'I have zero regrets.' Theroux, 53, recently remarried - in a secret ceremony - to new love Nicole Brydon Bloom, 30. It is also understood that Aniston was taken by surprise when she learned of the wedding, but was nonetheless among the first to offer her best wishes to the happy couple. 'Jennifer was one of the first to congratulate Justin on getting married,' an insider exclusively told the Daily Mail in March. 'Yes, it took her by surprise but they have maintained a close friendship, and she is happy for him that he has found true love.' The source added that the news was somewhat bittersweet for Aniston, despite the fact she approves of Theroux's much-young new spouse.
The Independent
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Molly-Mae Hague compares herself to Tommy Fury as she makes parenting admission
Molly-Mae Hague has shared her parenting struggles as she candidly discusses difficulties she faces when looking after Bambi alone. In her latest YouTube video posted on Sunday (6 July), the former Love Island contestant opened up on the differences her and partner Tommy Fury face when looking after their two-year-old. She said: 'He (Tommy) can literally have Bambi all day to himself, he doesn't get one bit stressed, one bit agitated, doesn't get frustrated. 'And then me, it's like, I try so hard to stay calm and collected, but I had a life coach session about it the other day and I got really emotional,' she told fans, before adding that she tries not to share this side of her life online.
Yahoo
27-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
14 Signs You're A 'Fixer' In Relationships
It's a pattern you've likely seen in your friendships, your family, and most acutely, your romantic entanglements. You're the one who wants to fix things, to smooth over the rough edges and turn every frown into a smile. On the surface, that sounds admirable, even noble. But dig a little deeper, and you might find that this desire to 'fix' can signal something more complex: a need for control, a discomfort with vulnerability, or an aversion to conflict. Here are 14 signs that you might be a 'fixer' in your relationships. It's as if you're equipped with X-ray vision that only sees the hidden gem beneath the rough exterior of the person you're dating. You pride yourself on your ability to spot potential where others see flaws. But there's a thin line between believing in someone's capacity for growth and ignoring their current reality. The danger lies in investing more in who they could be rather than who they are, as cautioned by psychologist Dr. John Mayer in Psychology Today. Your urge to nurture their growth often leaves you taking on the role of an unpaid life coach. While intentions are pure, it can create an imbalance where their needs eclipse yours. In this dynamic, you risk feeling unfulfilled, as your emotional energy is poured into a future that might never materialize. This potential-focused mindset can become a smokescreen for avoiding introspection on your own needs and desires. A crisis, big or small, sends you into overdrive. Your partner mentions a problem at work or a spat with a friend, and before they know it, you're armed with a plan of action. Offering solutions becomes your default setting, but it often overshadows a much-needed empathetic ear. In wanting to fix, you might inadvertently dismiss the emotional depth of the situation. This constant problem-solving can drown out the simplicity of just being present. Often, people just need to feel heard and validated, not handed a checklist of next steps. When you jump to solutions, it signals that their feelings might not be valid unless they're actionable. Remember, sometimes the most effective response is a pause, a nod, and a reassuring presence. You express affection through doing, often going above and beyond what's needed or even asked. This can feel overwhelming for partners who might interpret these gestures as controlling rather than caring. According to Dr. Gary Chapman, author of "The 5 Love Languages," your partner must understand your love language, but you must also adapt to theirs. Acts of service become problematic when an expectation of reciprocity or gratitude fuels them. If your gestures are met with indifference, it can lead to feelings of resentment. Ensure that your actions stem from genuine care, not a subconscious scorecard. Love is not a transactional affair; it thrives in mutual recognition and understanding. In your world, conflict equates to failure, so you dodge it at all costs. You smooth things over, turning disagreements into a performance of peace rather than a productive dialogue. What feels like diplomacy is often just the art of sweeping things under the rug. Avoiding conflict doesn't make it go away; it just lets it fester until it finds a more destructive outlet. Yet, growth doesn't happen in comfort zones. Productive conflict can be a catalyst for change, deepening intimacy and understanding. Facing issues head-on, rather than smoothing them over, builds a resilient foundation. Embrace the discomfort; it's where the real work—and the real connection—begins. If your partner is upset, you feel it's your duty to fix it, as if their emotions are a direct reflection of your care. This hyper-responsibility often leads to emotional burnout, enveloping you in a cloud of anxiety. According to a study in the Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, taking on emotional responsibility can breed codependency, stifling personal growth. Your partner is not a problem to be solved, and emotional states are not puzzles to be pieced together. By taking on their emotional burden, you inadvertently steal their chance to navigate and learn from their emotional landscape. Trust that they can handle their feelings; it's not your job to be their emotional janitor. It's okay to offer support without taking ownership. There's a pattern in your romantic history, a string of partners who need a boost, a guide, a rescuer. They come to you with their broken hearts, their untapped potential, and you happily take on the task. But this savior complex can create an unhealthy dynamic where you always play the hero. The allure of saving someone can distract you from your own needs and growth. This tendency can foster dependency, where your partner relies on you more than they should. Over time, this can stunt their personal development, creating a cycle where neither of you truly flourishes. Relationships are partnerships, not rescue missions. When both parties are equally strong, the relationship is more stable and fulfilling. Your fixer mentality often leads you into murky waters where boundaries blur. You find yourself over-committing, driven by an irresistible pull to save the day. Dr. Terri Orbuch, a relationship expert, highlights in her research that maintaining boundaries is crucial for healthy relationships. Overstepping these boundaries can leave you drained and, paradoxically, create distance rather than closeness. When your life becomes intertwined with solving your partner's issues, it obliterates the space needed for individual growth. You risk erasing your own identity, morphing into their shadow rather than standing alongside them as an equal. Healthy relationships flourish when both partners retain their individuality. Remember, you're not their lifeline; you're their partner. Friends, family, even acquaintances, flock to you when they're in need of counsel. You pride yourself on being the wise one, the problem solver, the oracle of guidance. While it feels good to be needed, this constant role can be exhausting and can overshadow your own needs. You might find yourself giving more than you're getting, leaving little room for your own emotional expression. There's a risk that your identity becomes entangled with being the solver rather than simply being. When you're always the go-to, you can become isolated, missing out on the reciprocal aspect of relationships. It's okay to step back and let others hold space for you. Remember, even the wise need wisdom and support sometimes. You're drawn to partners who seem to need coaxing out of their emotional shells. Their aloofness is a challenge, a puzzle to be solved, and you relish the task of drawing them out. But emotional unavailability is not simply a barrier to be broken down. It often masks deeper issues that require self-exploration rather than external intervention. This dynamic can leave you feeling perpetually unsatisfied, as your emotional needs remain unmet. The thrill of the chase can distract from the absence of true intimacy. Relationships should be reciprocal, where emotional availability flows both ways. Seek partners who are present and willing to engage in emotional depth from the beginning. You wear your resilience like a badge, often positioning yourself as the strong, unwavering pillar in your relationship. This self-imposed role can become a burden, as it leaves little room for vulnerability or asking for help. Being strong doesn't mean being invincible; it's about knowing when to lean on others. Constantly being the strong one can create a relational imbalance, where your needs are perpetually on the back burner. It can also distance you from your partner, who might feel excluded from your internal world. Embrace strength in vulnerability; it can foster deeper connection and create space for mutual support. Ending relationships feels like admitting defeat, so you hold on tightly, believing that with enough time, things will improve. This clinging is rooted in a belief that change is always possible, that love can redeem all flaws. Yet, holding on can sometimes cause more harm than good, trapping both partners in a cycle of unhappiness. Letting go doesn't mean giving up; it means recognizing when a relationship has run its course. It takes courage to acknowledge that not every connection is meant to last. By releasing what no longer serves you, you open up space for healthier, more fulfilling partnerships. Remember, sometimes the greatest act of love is knowing when to walk away. Your optimism often blinds you to glaring issues, as you focus instead on potential and possibilities. You rationalize red flags with endless justifications, convinced that love will conquer all. But ignoring these signals can lead to a toxic environment, where problems are swept under the rug until they can no longer be ignored. Acknowledging red flags is not cynicism; it's self-preservation. It's about knowing your worth and setting standards for how you deserve to be treated. Relationships should enhance your life, not complicate it. Trust your intuition; it's often more perceptive than your hopeful heart. The fixer in you equates being alone with being unfulfilled, and so you leap from one relationship to the next. This perpetual search for companionship can mask deeper insecurities about self-worth. Being single is not a flaw to be fixed; it's an opportunity for self-discovery and growth. Rushing into relationships can hinder personal development, as you prioritize others' needs over your own self-exploration. True fulfillment comes from within, not from another person. Embrace solitude as a space to understand yourself better. A relationship should complement, not complete, your life. As someone who relishes solving problems, asking for help feels like admitting weakness. You've built an identity around being the reliable one, the problem solver, the fixer. But carrying the weight of the world alone is neither sustainable nor healthy. There's strength in vulnerability, in admitting that you can't do it all. By reaching out for help, you allow others the opportunity to support you, deepening the bonds of your relationships. It's a reminder that you're human, deserving of the same care and attention you so freely give. Let others in, and discover the beauty of shared burdens and mutual support.
The Sun
18-06-2025
- Health
- The Sun
I lost more than 6st with my ‘Nozempic' diet after a humiliating night drinking with my boss
HEADING to bars five days a week led to Debbie Lurvey to pile on the pounds. She knew she had to make a change after an incident at her manager's home left her feeling "horrified". 5 5 Debbie 55, weighed more than 17 stone at her heaviest. Her frequent bar visits would see her consume large portions of bar food like nachos and hamburgers, as well as alcoholic beverages. But her wake up call came in March 2019 after getting drunk at her manager's house and blacking out. After waking up there feeling "embarrassed and mortified", she embarked on a weight loss journey which would see her lose more than six stone. Debbie got sober and joined a course - No BS Weightloss - after seeing a Facebook advertisement and overhauled her diet. Today, she wears a size four and weighs approximately 10.5 stone — an incredible 100-pound loss achieved over two years. Debbie, a life coach from Lake Havasu City, said: "I had so many moments that should have been a wakeup call to me, waking up with black eyes and everything. "But something about my children being disappointed in me wanted me to change," she said. "I didn't want to lose my relationship with my children. "Now I feel content," she added. "I feel loved and grateful." Debbie said she has tried "every gimmick in the book" to try and lose weight. I lost half a stone eating cold chips The morning after blacking out at her manager's house, she discovered her relationship with one daughter was strained following a feeling of "disgust" from her, having already lost connection with another daughter due to her drinking. Now, she's back in touch with all of her children. "I walked into a client's office and said, 'I need help,'" Debbie recalled. "Then I did a Facebook Live video and told everyone I needed help." That same day, she attended her first recovery meeting, marking the beginning of her sobriety journey. Diet overhaul Debbie says she already started changing her eating habits, noting she lost 25lbs before she stopped drinking. Now, she eats mindfully, focusing on protein, vegetables, and moderate portions. She said: "If I was hungry, I ate. If I was satisfied, not full, I stopped eating. "During that time I learned so much not just about what my body needs, but what my mind needs. "I learned that I could think new thoughts and I could learn to like myself." Her transformation inspired her husband Kevin, a retired deliver driver, also in Lake Havasu City, to quit drinking and lose four stone after witnessing her success. The transformation that she made was from simple little things. No rocket science behind it Kevin Lurvey Debbie has two biological daughters from a previous marriage, ages 25 and 34, and one 25-year-old stepdaughter with Kevin. "It's been completely amazing," Kevin said of his wife's change. "The transformation that she made was from simple little things. No rocket science behind it. He added: "She's an amazing woman. She has peace now." "Following in her steps and listening and seeing how she did things, it rubbed off on me." Today, Debbie co-hosts a podcast called 'April and Debbie Dish: The Truth on Weight Loss,' where she shares her experiences to inspire others. 5 5 5 "Don't look at 'I have a hundred pounds to lose' or 'I want to be a year without alcohol,'" she explained. "Look at the first pound, the first day and believe that you can do that one step." "You haven't failed until you quit," Debbie added. "Don't quit." "Understanding why you want to lose weight is important." Debbie now works as a life coach with an advanced certification in weight loss, helping others achieve what once seemed impossible to her. Despite being about 10 pounds above her goal weight, she maintains a healthy perspective. "I don't consider it a regain," she explained. "It's just an awareness that I need to listen to my body better. It is not a failure."
