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May 31, 2026
Is incorporating Supported Self Management into my life a ‘risk?
Incorporating Supported Self Management (SSM) into your life is generally not considered a "risk" in a negative sense, but rather a personal choice that can…
May 29, 2026
Mitochondrial Disease and Persistent Pain Sudden Symptom Changes
Dealing with the sudden symptom changes from mitochondrial disease and persistent pain is a daily challenge.
May 28, 2026
Upcoming conferences 2026 & 2027
Please see below a list of upcoming on conferences we have organised for this year and next
May 24, 2026
How does ‘do the best you can until you know better’ fit into my Supported Self Management Plan?
The phrase “do the best you can until you know better” emphasises a growth mindset and the importance of continual learning and adaptation.
May 24, 2026
“Row row your boat steadily down the stream” and preferably with a Supported Self Management Coach.
This rhyme is particularly useful to remember not row upstream to make our Supported Self Management harder
May 24, 2026
Strength as part of living with long-term health conditions.
Those who live with long-term health conditions are some of the strongest people.
May 23, 2026
How does that saying…”Nothing’s Off the Table” fit into my Supported Self Management Plan?
I personally got to a point a few times in my life’s journey to change tactics and not only try, but actually embrace Supported Self…
May 22, 2026
In 50 to 100 years time, Supported Self Management will main mainstream in healthcare.
How should healthcare providers of healthcare prepare now for this change?
May 21, 2026
How does “Going into the Silence support my Supported Self Management Plan?
I have a busy mind and pretty much and most of the time I’m thinking of ways to attract both patients and healthcare providers to…
May 20, 2026
How does the Turtle Theory fit into my Supported Self Management Plan?
The Turtle Theory, which emphasises a gradual and cautious approach to personal growth and change, aligns well with a Supported Self-Management Plan (SSMP) in various…
May 18, 2026
Why Learning Watercolour Painting is Awesome for Your Self-Management Plan!
I’ve just taken up Watercolour Painting and I’m loving it. It has helped in many ways and the main one is putting my brain into…
May 17, 2026
We don’t sometimes get over it living with a long term condition, but we can get through it, providing we have a Supported Self Management Plan.
Absolutely! Living with a long-term condition can indeed be challenging, but having a Supported Self Management Plan can make a significant difference. Here are some…
May 15, 2026
How does the gardening term ‘Single Digging’ correlate or help me with my Supported Self Management Plan?
"Single digging" is a gardening technique that involves turning over the soil to a depth of about one spade’s depth. This process helps improve soil…
May 15, 2026
Not Invisible, But Not Seen
Kate Knapton has written a very personal piece about a recent visit to A&E with an elderly relative.
May 14, 2026
“When you need help, ask” How does this quote fit into my Supported Self Management Plan?
The quote "When you need help, ask" is foundational to a Supported Self Management Plan in several key ways: 👇
May 14, 2026
Success begins the moment you decide not to quit
The saying "Success begins the moment you decide not to quit" aligns well with the principles of a Supported Self Management Plan in several ways:…
May 11, 2026
Why is the saying “putting one foot in front of the other” so important in my Cancer Supported Self Management Plan ?
1st Supported Self Management Conference for People Living cancer and Self Management Coaches and Health Care Workers who support them. - There were 18.1 million…
May 10, 2026
Does Supported Self Management start when we reach out for help?
10th May 1987 was the first time I reached out for help and support for a long standing health problem. 2nd time was in July…
May 08, 2026
How does that well known saying ‘Nothing changes if nothing changes’ fit in with my Supported Self Management Plan?
The saying “Nothing changes if nothing changes” emphasises the need for action and proactive measures to instigate change in any area of life. In the…
May 08, 2026
Someone one said learning self management for health matters is like ‘learning life long health skills for life.’
In the summer of 1996, I learnt extra skills when I attended the INPUT Pain Management Programme for managing persistent pain. Read more about my…
May 06, 2026
How can I fit meaningful moments into my Supported Self Management Plan?
Meaningful movement refers to physical activities that you enjoy and that contribute positively to your well-being, both mentally and physically. It's not just about exercising…
May 05, 2026
I live with cancer. How can Green Social Prescribing help me?
Living with cancer brings physical, emotional, and practical challenges—and support needs to meet you where you are. Green Social Prescribing can be a gentle but…
May 05, 2026
How indoor gardening supports my Supported Self Management plan
Accessible wellbeing for indoor gardening For someone in a high-rise or with mobility challenges, indoor gardening brings nature to you. Whether it’s a windowsill, balcony,…
May 05, 2026
How can Green Social Prescribing support my Supported Self Management Plan
Green Social Prescribing can be a powerful addition to your Supported Self Management Plan because it connects health, wellbeing, and nature in a very practical,…
May 05, 2026
How does this well known saying “Some people never understand what you bring to the table until they see you at another table” fit into my Supported Self Management Plan?
The saying “Some people never understand what you bring to the table until they see you at another table” highlights the importance of self-worth, visibility,…
May 03, 2026
How can I use that well known phrase “Turning the Page and incorporate in my Supported Self Management Plan?
Incorporating the phrase "Turning the Page" into your Supported Self Management Plan can serve as an inspiring metaphor that emphasises growth, change, and moving forward…
May 03, 2026
Grief Associated with Chronic Pain
Grief is not often acknowledged in healthcare as being associated with chronic pain
May 02, 2026
Nature Prescription to manage my pain and long term health conditions. It needs to fit in with Supported Self Management Plan
Below there is a mock up prescription for using nature into my / our Supported Self Management Plans.
May 02, 2026
Today is World Naked Gardening Day, so how can I weave into my Supported Self Management?
World Naked Gardening Day is a fun and liberating celebration that can remind you to connect with nature and promote self-acceptance. If you're looking to…
April 30, 2026
How can I include nature within my Supported Self Management Plan ?
Incorporating nature into your Supported Self Management Plan can enhance your overall well-being, reduce stress, and promote physical and mental health.
April 30, 2026
I felt like a prisoner of war living with my long term health conditions, forgetting I had an obligation to escape.
Planning my escape, I discovered I needed a Supported Self Management Plan?
April 29, 2026
How do I include ‘intention’ within my Supported Self Management Plan
Here’s are some simple examples below to include ‘Intention’ in Your Self Management Plan
April 28, 2026
A friend said I have to hit a rock bottom before I start to learn Supported Self Management (SSM) Skills. Is this true?
No, you don't have to hit rock bottom to start learning Supported Self Management Skills or to create a plan of action for recovery. Many…
April 27, 2026
Question for healthcare professionals:
If you were to retire from your Supported Self Management job today. What would be your leaving messages for the younger healthcare professionals, just starting…
April 26, 2026
Supported Self-Management for Mitochondrial Disease
What is supported self-management for mitochondrial disease?
April 26, 2026
“Stop Trusting Branches | Empower Your WINGS”
How does this advice collate in my Supported Self Management Plan? Let’s find out 👇
April 25, 2026
Has the hour glass been shaken now Supported Self Management is slowly becoming part of health care?
Yes, the concept of Supported Self-Management (SSM) in healthcare has been gaining traction in recent years. This approach emphasises empowering people to take an active…
April 23, 2026
How does this Italian saying ‘Dolce far niente’ …’sweetness of doing nothing’ fit in Supported Self Management Plan?
Incorporating "the sweetness of doing nothing" into your Supported Self Management Plan can have profound benefits for your mental health and overall well-being.
April 22, 2026
Why do we need to include good communication skills in my Supported Self Management Plan?
We need to have good communication skills when we see members of our Supported Self Management and also family and friends. Read more 👇
April 22, 2026
Why does having good mental health fit into my Supported Self Management Plan
Below is a simple breakdown of why good mental health is important for our Supported Self Management Plan:
April 22, 2026
Why is consistency important in my Supported Self Management Plan?
Consistency is crucial in a Supported Self Management Plan for several reasons: Read more below 👇
April 21, 2026
‘Everyday Winners’
People who practice their Supported Self Management programme and skills are ‘Everyday Winners’ Read more…👇
April 15, 2026
How are older people are connecting with virtual reality to combat Isolation and include in their Supported Self Management Plan?
5 years ago I developed several virtual reality platforms for people living with persistent pain and long term health conditions.
April 14, 2026
Why is the saying “putting one foot in front of the other” so important in my Supported Self Management Plan?
The saying "putting one foot in front of the other" emphasizes the importance of taking small, manageable steps towards achieving your goals. In the context…
April 13, 2026
Why is a come back much more rewarding than a setback Supported Self Management wise?
A comeback can be viewed as much more rewarding than a setback, especially in the context of Supported Self-Management, for several reasons:
April 11, 2026
How is like learning to sing or playing a song the same as learning Supported Self Management?
It be a bit like learning a new language, playing an instrument or driving a vehicle. Let’s look at this in more detail 👇
April 11, 2026
“Procrastination can be the assassination of all destinations”
How does this fit in with my Supported Self Management plan?
April 11, 2026
Why is plodding useful in my Supported Self Management Plan?
Plodding, or proceeding steadily and persistently with a task, can be a useful approach in your Supported Self Management Plan for several reasons:
April 10, 2026
Why we need to be resilient, when living with a long term health condition.
Resilience is an essential quality for anyone living with a long-term health condition for several reasons:
April 09, 2026
Living with long term health condition and getting a job
Why is becoming self employed better for me, if I am living with a long term health condition?
April 07, 2026
Supported Self Management - the good and bad points
What is the worst things about learning Supported Self Management skills versus…. What are the best things about Supported Self Management?
April 03, 2026
Pete introduces Lou James from Pinc & Steel
When I was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2016, my journey with my local healthcare provider was a bumpy one.
April 02, 2026
How does…“This to shall pass” saying fit into my Supported Self Management plan?
Someone told me this saying back in the back in the mid eighties when I was tough time in my life. At the time I…
April 01, 2026
What Moves You, Moves You On…
How does the well known saying: what moves you, moves you on fit in with my Supported Self Management Programme?
March 26, 2026
How does the Red Car theory fit in with my Supported Self Management programme?
The Red Car Theory is often a metaphor used to explain how focusing on certain thoughts or behaviours can lead to an increased awareness and…
March 25, 2026
How does Social Prescribing fit in with my Supported Self Management programme?
The Self Management Toolkit supports #socialprescribingday Social Prescribing Day - 26th March 2026
March 23, 2026
The Motorcycle has been my Quiet Teacher
Many of you know I am a keen biker and started riding at the age of 16. I had a long break from riding and…
March 22, 2026
Train Station Theory & Supported Self Management Programme
How can people living with long term conditions include the Train Station Theory into their Supported Self Management programme?
March 22, 2026
Integrated Care Boards (ICB) are told to boost rehab in neighbourhood services this year.
“Improve people’s health and care outcomes, reduce health inequalities and help them stay well at home.”
March 21, 2026
🌟 Meet Pete Moore: The Self Management Whisperer 🌟
Well, this is a new one on me being called a self management whisperer. Someone somewhere wrote a piece about me and sent me it.…
March 20, 2026
Returning to work can be considered an integral part of a Supported Self Management programme
Returning to work can be considered an integral part of a Supported Self Management program for several reasons:
March 20, 2026
Green Social Prescribing
How can green social prescribing complement my Supported Self Management Programme?
March 16, 2026
Who is going to employ me because of the long term conditions I have?
I said this to myself back in the day and even today, people are still saying the same thing to me today. See below for…
March 15, 2026
What is usually the Kryptonite which stops people living with persistent pain or long term health conditions seeking a Supported Self Management Programme?
There are several common barriers, or "Kryptonite," that can prevent people living with persistent pain or long-term health conditions from seeking out a Supported Self…
March 15, 2026
Why has it so been so important to include having a ‘purpose’ in my Supported Self Management journey.
Including a sense of purpose in my Supported Self Management journey has so important for several reasons:
March 15, 2026
Here’s a short piece highlighting the benefits of riding my motorcycle and how it supports your Supported Self Management Programme
Riding my motorcycle is more than just a thrilling pastime; it’s a vital component of my Supported Self Management Programme.
March 13, 2026
Being curious is crucial in Supported Self Management (SSM) for several reasons
My curiosity was finding people like myself who had these health challenges, learnt Supported Self Management skills I could learn from. Of course I needed…
March 08, 2026
Are using affirmations useful, when used in Supported Self Management?
Yes affirmations can be helpful in Supported Self Management.
March 04, 2026
Why are Commissioners now incorporating Supported Self Management into general healthcare?
Commissioners are incorporating Supported Self-Management (SSM) into general healthcare for several reasons:
March 04, 2026
One of the best benefits of Self Management is its FREE ‼️
Before I attended the INPUT Pain Management Program (PMP) in 1996 I was a serial therapy / doctor shopper.
March 02, 2026
How to incorporate “Rolling with the Changes” into your Supported Self Management Plan
Living with a long-term health condition can involve changes
March 02, 2026
I’ve never see myself as a “Self Management Whisperer”
Someone sent me the text from an article written about me, calling me a Supported Self Management Whisperer.
March 02, 2026
What Supported Self Management is… NOT
Supported Self Management (SSM) is a concept primarily associated with healthcare and wellness, where people manage their own health conditions with the assistance of healthcare…
February 21, 2026
Hello I’m Owen
Let me tell you, three year ago, I felt like my health was a giant monster I had to fight every day.
February 21, 2026
How does a Sweet Zone fit into Supported Self Management?
Sweet Zone is important for managing long-term health conditions, like diabetes, heart disease, or high blood pressure.
February 18, 2026
For me, learning Supported Self Management skills created stability in my life.
Read below part of an interview I did with a Newspaper several years ago.
February 18, 2026
Read how Supported Self Management helped Maria
My name is Maria, and a year ago, I was living in the shadow of my multiple long-term health conditions.
February 16, 2026
Toolkits which are not on the Stores yet
In recent other Toolkits have been written and adapted for specific health challenges
February 16, 2026
The Evolution of Pain Suppted Self-Management and how the Impact of the Pain Toolkit has played its part.
Over the past three decades, the approach to pain management has undergone a significant transformation, shifting from a purely biomedical perspective to a more holistic…
February 14, 2026
Pain Toolkit in Conversation (13th Feb 2026)
Healthcare Professionals and Pain Self Managers sharing how their successful Supported Self Management Practices has helped others in their communities and around the world.
February 12, 2026
I’m a busy healthcare provider and want to learn via a course, more about Supported Self Management, so I can implement these skills in my professional practice the next day.
What questions I need to ask training organisations and their trainers?
February 12, 2026
I’m living with long term health conditions and want to learn Supported Self Management Skills.
How do I find the right coach or course to help me learn the right skills to get me back on track?
February 11, 2026
Here are five very short Supported Self Management questions people living with pain and long-term health conditions might ask
Here are five very short Supported Self Management questions people living long-term health conditions might ask their healthcare providers
February 11, 2026
Switching my thinking.
Let’s be honest, living with long-term health conditions isn’t always smooth running and sometimes we get what’s called stinking thinking. This is where switching our…
February 10, 2026
So living with multiple long term health conditions, especially life limiting conditions can seem overwhelming.
Adapting supported self-management skills seems to be the key to lessening the impacts on our personal and work lives.
February 09, 2026
Long Story Short - regarding Supported Self Management
Supported Self Management (SSM) is a collaborative approach empowering us to take control of our health and wellbeing.
February 08, 2026
Going Freestyle: simple ideas for managing persistent pain.
Feel like you want to go freestyle to manage your long term persistent pain. Below are five simple ideas.
February 08, 2026
Message in a bottle
In an emergency, having a message in a bottle can be crucial for conveying important health information.
February 06, 2026
How can Peer Support help people living with long term conditions?
How can Peer Support help people living with long term conditions and health care workers who support them and who promote Supported Self Management ?
February 04, 2026
The most dangerous thing in your house could be your comfortable chair.
That cozy and inviting chair with a matching ottoman looks very comfortable, perfect for relaxing or reading by the window. Taking breaks to move around…
February 02, 2026
Upcoming online Conferences in 2026
Upcoming conferences arranged for this year.
February 02, 2026
The phrase “Your best teacher is your last mistake”
The phrase “Your best teacher is your last mistake” suggests that mistakes can provide valuable lessons and insights that contribute to personal growth and self-improvement.…
February 02, 2026
What is your call to ACTION?
What is your call to ACTION…to incorporate Supported Self Management into your daily routine or healthcare organisation?
February 02, 2026
Launch of the new Self Management Toolkit by Pete Moore and Keith Meldrum
The launch of the Self-Management Toolkit marks a significant digital expansion of the highly regarded "Pain Toolkit" created by Pete Moore.
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