I have been completely blown away by our amazing team of GB paralympians, second in the medal table as we speak and looking like they are going to be nabbing quite a few more before the contest finishes.

To be honest I have found the 2024 Paralympics far more exciting and entertaining to watch than the ‘other’ Olympics. I have also been struck by the huge amount of goodwill and friendship between the different countries, it’s wonderful to witness this.

Many of the paralympians seem to have developed an almost other worldly mental strength, a positivity and sheer bloody mindedness which gets them through anything.

Take 14 year old Bly Twomey for example who only began playing at her local Brighton club in 2021 and has now achieved two bronze medals! An incredible talent who is no doubt going to have an amazing career ahead of her.

I must admit to feeling a little bit frustrated at the moment as I have just had a foot operation and have a few weeks of limited mobility. My issue is only temporary, however, so really what right do I have to feel sorry for myself?

These wonderful athletes endure relentless illness and injury and then turn it all round in order to achieve something quite awe inspiring. I wish them all continued success in their careers, they really are superhuman.

By the way, I am taking hypnotherapy bookings for October, so if you have been considering this and you are ready to take the leap, why not get in touch and we can get a date in the diary.

Best wishes for autumn,

Wendy x