Mindful self-compassion training

Thu, Feb 22, 2018

Our evolved brain is more concerned with our safety and obtaining resources than with our happiness. This can lead to a narrowing of our perception. For example, if while shopping you are received well in five shops, but the sales assistant in the sixth shop is unpleasant, what will you remember about your shopping trip later that evening, the five pleasant sales assistants or the unpleasant one?

Rick Hanson, an eminent neuropsychologist, describes how this negativity bias of the brain makes it like Velcro for bad experience and Teflon for good experience. Furthermore this negativity can often be seen in our attitudes of self-criticism, which we believe leads to our improved performance. However a harsh self-critical inner voice can undermine our self-confidence and self-esteem and lead to feelings of guilt and shame that chip away at our mental wellbeing.

Eamonn Deacy Park

Thu, Feb 22, 2018

The townland in which this park is situated is known as Terryland or Tirellan, derived from the Irish Tír Oileáin (the Land of the Islands) which was so named because the river divided into many streams, thus creating islands in the area. It is in the civil parish of St Nicholas in the Barony of Galway.

How could ‘hysterical’ women be allowed to vote?

Thu, Feb 22, 2018

Home Rule, the campaign for self-government for Ireland within the United Kingdom, was the dominant political movement of Irish nationalism from 1870 to the end of World War I. It dominated all local and national papers in Ireland. Men fiercely argued its pros and cons while Ulster protested that if Home Rule was introduced it ‘would fight, and Ulster would be right.’

Final Call for Hedges travelling to...

Tue, Feb 20, 2018

February is a good month to crack on with planting a new hedge if that’s on your to-do list for the coming year. You can of course buy hedging plants in pots and plant them at any time of year as long as the ground isn’t frozen, and if you only need a small number of plants that should work well.

Why you should use an online resume builder

Mon, Feb 19, 2018

Writing a successful resume can truly be a difficult challenge for some jobseekers and online resume creators make that task a lot less frightening for many people.

Make Family Memories this Easter in the Heart of Ireland…

Fri, Feb 16, 2018

If you are thinking of your well-deserved family break then look no further. The Athlone Springs Hotel has it all.

TIPS FOR EXPO VISITORS - Jobs Expo Galway 2018 - Saturday September 8th 2018

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

With a wide variety of exhibitors at Jobs Expo, it is the perfect place to meet representatives from both national and international companies. We want you to make the day as productive as possible – so here are some useful tips to help you get the most out of your visit to Jobs Expo.

Discover a rewarding career in make-up artistry

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

The International School of Make-up Artistry in Galway has a wide variety of diploma courses to suit all ages and levels. If you are just starting out and would like to become a professional make-up artist, or if you currently have a qualification in make-up or beauty and you would like to enhance your skills, the school has a course to suit.

Galway Community College to hold open day for students enrolling September 2018

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

Galway Community College is holding a first year open day on Thursday February 22 from 4pm to 5pm. Senior cycle applicants are also invited to attend with teachers and career guidance counsellors present to give advice and answer any questions students or parents may have.

Start your path to a career in healthcare

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

Career Path College, trading as the Irish Ambulance Training Institute, a Galway based company providing training nationwide, has new and exciting training packages to suit those interested in a career in the healthcare industry, the ambulance service, nursing homes, and hospitals.

Grow your enterprise with LEADER-supported training

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

The first few months of the year is a good time to think of the future, to explore options and to develop ideas. If you have ever thought of starting or expanding your own enterprise, then LEADER in Galway Rural Development could help.

Galway school wins big as part of the Irish Life Health Schools Fitness Challenge

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

Gort Community School took the top prize in three categories at the recent Irish Life Health Schools Fitness Challenge.

QQI Level 5 and 6 payroll awards

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

GPA Solutions is delivering its successful QQI Level 5 and 6 payroll awards this spring. These awards will provide learners with a working knowledge of the Irish payroll system and a valuable qualification to add to their CV.

Level 5 awards will provide learners with a thorough knowledge of basic PAYE computations to include the cumulative, week one, and emergency tax basis. Learners will learn and understand PRSI and USC computations, how to deal with starters and leavers, file Revenue forms, and year end procedures. This course will run over four days, one day a week, commencing in March in Galway.

New light bites menu now available at SALT

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

SALT Restaurant & Bar at 163 Upper Salthill has just launched a new light bites menu, offering a tasty alternative for evening dining. The menu is available downstairs at SALT and runs from 5pm until 10pm from Tuesday to Saturday.

New Bohermore bar has a winning formula

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

Harry’s at Water Lane opened in mid-December and since then Geoff Kinsella and Steve Harris have been serving up a welcome mix of quality drinks, great service, and delicious barbecue and burgers. Looking at the online reviews, the bar already has a loyal cohort of happy customers. What is the secret to the popularity of this new hotspot on Bohermore?

Beyond the West event to showcase Irish food and drink producers in Galway next month

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

The Local Enterprise Office Galway, in collaboration with Bord Iascaigh Mhara and Údarás na Gaeltachta, is busy preparing for the upcoming Beyond the West food and drink showcase, a trade-only event to support Irish producers to get a foothold in the marketplace. This exciting free event will be held on Tuesday March 6 from 10am to 1pm in Galway.

McDonald’s Galway celebrates fifty years of the Big Mac

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

To celebrate 50 years of its iconic burger, McDonald’s has announced the introduction of two new sizes of Big Mac, available in all McDonald’s restaurants in Galway and nationwide until March 20.

The Mac Jr and the Grand Big Mac will bring burger fans the same delicious Big Mac taste they know and love – the only difference is the size.

Galway’s best of the best

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

Back by popular demand, the new edition of Georgina Campbell’s Ireland Guide - The Best of the Best, the famous “glovebox bible”, is a highly selective, independently assessed guide to the very best of Irish food and hospitality.

Osteoporosis is preventable and treatable

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

Osteoporosis Clinic Ireland is a multidisciplinary clinic, providing a unique triple therapy approach, that has been developed to assist people with or predisposed to bone health issues. Osteoporosis is a silent disease affecting one in two women and one in four men over the age of 50 in Ireland, although all age groups can be affected.

Snap Fitness opens in Eyre Square, Galway

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

Snap Fitness has started its expansion into Ireland with its first 24/7 site located in the heart of Galway city centre. Conveniently located on Eyre Square adjacent to TK Maxx, this privately-owned facility will be the first of many Irish sites for the company, which currently has 49 open in the UK and growing.

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