What is a ‘Stutter Trigger”? – Sweeney’s Blogs

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Have you ever considered what makes a person with a stutter, actually stutter? Well, think no more as in today’s blog, we’re going to be delving into the concept of stuttering triggers – exploring what they are, how you can recognise them and what they mean for people who stutter.

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The “Ask Twice” Model

β€œHow are you doing?”

It’s a question we ask all the time – at work, in passing or with friends. However, how often do you actually expect to hear an honest answer? 🧐

With this in mind, we’re going to be exploring what some people refer to as the “Ask Twice” model in today’s blog. So, without further ado, let’s get into it.

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An Abundance vs Scarcity Mindset

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We choose how we see the world around us. The lens we look through shapes our thoughts, our actions, our relationships, and ultimately, our inner fulfilment. With this in mind, let’s take a look at the difference between a scarcity and an abundant mindset in today’s blog.

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Goodbye Dear Stranger – Poem

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I wanted to write a poem to you today called “Goodbye Dear Stranger”. It’s all about two people who meet on a cold winter’s night, and how their connection takes them on a journey from mere strangers to good friends. I hope you enjoy giving it a read!

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Happy St David’s Day 2025!

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It’s the 1st of March, so you know what that means – Happy St David’s Day! We’re going to be taking a look at some of my thoughts surrounding this special day in today’s blog.

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Want to know the Golden Rule of Welfare? πŸ₯‡

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I’ve worked in several welfare roles over the years, most recently as the Head of Welfare with the Undefinable Community. We’ll break down my number one rule for welfare roles in today’s blog.

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Breaking the Cycle (Quite Literally)

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Sometimes, doing things in life is just like riding a bike, right? Well, does that age old saying apply to riding a bike for the first time in over 14 years? Struggling to see where I’m going with this? I’ll explain all in my story for today’s blog.

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Happy Random Acts of Kindness Day 2025

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Kindness is something that we all love to experience in life, wouldn’t you agree? Well, let’s keep that topic in mind as we dive into today’s blog, all about Random Acts of Kindness Day 2025, what it means and how we can celebrate it.

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A Sweeney in Valencia…

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Last weekend, I travelled to Valencia for what turned out to be a fantastic little break away. We’re going to be taking a look at some of what I got up to on the trip and my thoughts about it all in today’s blog.

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Struggling with small talk?

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When networking or attending an event (this even applies to life more generally), I always try to focus on quality over quantity in my conversations. With this in mind, I’m going to share some of my top small talk tips with you all in today’s blog.

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What is Ta’Afor?

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Over the last couple of years, we’ve explored wellness concepts from Japan, Denmark and more here on the page. In today’s blog, we’re going to be carrying along that trend, exploring the Persian/Iranian term “Ta-Afor”, what it means and how you can incorporate it into your life.

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Happy Birthday Sweeney’s Blogs!

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I’m delighted to announce that Sweeney’s Blogs officially turns six years old today! We’re going to be taking a look at this milestone and my thoughts about it all in today’s blog.

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Why Do I Mentor? πŸ§

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I’ve been mentoring for years, through university, volunteering, and most recently, with the team at One Million Mentors. We’re going to be taking a look at some of the reasons why I love doing it in today’s blog.

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PR Accreditation βœ…

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After completing my second CPD cycle with the Chartered Institute of Public Relations, I’m pleased to share that I am now an Accredited PR professional. We’ll take a look at what this means in today’s blog.

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Find Your Motivation: Strategies for a Happier You – Weorc

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I am fascinated by people and the different factors that motivate us in our lives. Motivation is a topic that we’ve covered on the page a few times over the last couple of years, and is what we’re going to be diving back into in today’s blog.

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