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By Tamisha Schetselaar

Communication is the heartbeat of leadership. When we communicate well, we build bridges of understanding, trust, and connection. It’s not just about speaking clearly or giving orders. It’s about listening deeply , expressing authentically , and engaging meaningfully . Whether you’re guiding a family, leading a community group, or simply striving to grow personally, mastering effective communication skills can transform your relationships and your impact. Let’s explore how we

Hello there. If you've ever caught yourself offering a friend a hug through their tough patch, only to turn around and give your own slip-ups a right telling-off, then this is a little note from me to you. As a counsellor who's heard this story in so many shapes—from the parent beating themselves up over a missed school event to the colleague replaying every awkward email—I've learnt that we're often our own harshest critics. Self-compassion isn't about letting yourself off t

Hello, my friends. If you've ever felt that quiet exhaustion creeping in, where you're giving so much of yourself that there's little left for the person staring back in the mirror, then this is for you. As a counsellor who's walked alongside so many on their healing paths, I've seen how we often pour our energy into others—family, friends, work—without pausing to ask what truly fills our own cup. Boundaries aren't about pushing people away; they're a loving act of self-prese

In our fast-paced world, mastering communication is more important than ever. Whether you're connecting with loved ones, collaborating with colleagues, or building community, the way we communicate shapes our relationships and our lives. Luckily, there are many online communication tools designed to help us grow, learn, and express ourselves more clearly and confidently. I’m excited to share some of these tools with you, along with practical tips to make the most of them. Tog

A Gentle Invitation to Reclaim Your True Self Dear friend, In the quiet hours when the world falls silent—perhaps as dawn creeps through your curtains or the stars wink goodnight—have you ever felt it? That soft, insistent tug at the edges of your being, like a forgotten melody trying to surface from the depths of an old, cherished record. It's your true self, calling you home. Not with thunderous demands, but with the gentle persistence of a river carving its path through st

Communication is the heartbeat of leadership. When we lead with clarity, empathy, and confidence, we create spaces where people feel valued and understood. Whether you’re guiding a family, a team, or a community, honing your communication skills can transform your influence and deepen your connections. Today, I want to share some of the best online communication classes that can help you grow as a leader and inspire those around you. Why Online Communication Classes Are a Gam

Dear friends, In the quiet hours when the world falls silent—perhaps as dawn creeps through your curtains or the stars wink goodnight—have you ever felt it? That soft, insistent tug at the edges of your being, like a forgotten melody trying to surface from the depths of an old, cherished record. It's your true self, calling you home. Not with thunderous demands, but with the gentle persistence of a river carving its path through stone over lifetimes. In a world that shouts fo

Leadership is a journey, not a destination. Along this path, one of the most powerful tools we can develop is our ability to communicate effectively. When we improve communication techniques, we open doors to deeper connections, clearer understanding, and stronger influence. Whether you’re guiding a family, supporting a community, or simply striving to be your best self, enhancing your communication skills can transform the way you lead and inspire. Let’s explore how nurturin

Dear friends, I’ve been wandering through my own seasons of shift lately, those liminal spaces where the ground beneath me feels like it’s tilting just enough to unsettle everything familiar. Change—it arrives unannounced, doesn’t it? A whisper of discontent in a once-comfortable routine, a pull toward the unknown that tugs at the edges of who we thought we were. And in that unraveling, oh, how we turn the sharpest blade inward. We become our own fiercest critics, replaying e

Dear friends, I've been sitting with this truth for a while now, turning it over like a well-worn pebble in my pocket, and I feel compelled to share it because I suspect many of us are carrying similar weights. Pain. It's not nice, by any means – that much goes without saying. It's the sharp sting that wakes you in the night, the quiet ache that lingers through ordinary days, the weight that makes even the simplest steps feel like wading through treacle. But here's what I've

Hello, friends, I've caught myself musing on this again lately—something that's cropped up in so many of our conversations at Love Centered Life. It's one of those truths that hits home every time, even for me. How often do we truly take a good, long look at ourselves? Not just a quick glance in the mirror while brushing our teeth or fixing our hair, but a proper pause to really see who's staring back? Most days, that reflection is the only glimpse we get of our own face, isn

Hey, I've been thinking a lot about this lately, and I wanted to share something that's been settling in my heart. You see, truly loving...

Hi friends, If you've ever felt weighed down by stress, old hurts, or just the chaos of daily life, I get it—I've been there too. That's...