When we relate to one another we can only do so in one of 3 ways, according to Dr. Eric Berne who founded Transactional Analysis (TA). When we communicate, we do so by taking on either an adult, parent or child role.

The best way we can relate to one another is to be adult. Acting as a best friend to all that we meet, being highly supportive and encouraging of other individuals. Progressing them as well as us, in a totally reciprocal and loving way, as in our closest relationships.

Unfortunately for the majority of us the only roles we seem to experience in life are that of the parent or child.

Parental figures exist all over our society, not just within our immediate family and are inherited from previous generations, at home, at work or within our life in general. We can all adopt the role. Seeking to control others, by way of being over protective or highly critical of how others live their lives, leading to upset all round.

When on the receiving end we feel child like, suppressed, bullied or spoilt. We are very unhappy with life and seem as if we have no where to turn. There is a solution however.

By understanding how we all relate to one another and endeavouring to conduct ourselves differently or being coached to do this. We can move all of our relationships into the adult zone.

If you have problems relating to people at work or in your personal life it maybe time to employ my services so you can understand everyone better and start to lead a happier life.

Last month I completed the latest of my identity projects connected to the Transition town movement. Designing the new logo for Transition Health.

Transition Health has been set up by Dr. Pamela Gray in order to investigate the ramifications the affect of Peak Oil will have on the medical industry. From the sophisticated computer technology and expensive diagnostic machinery powered by fossil fuels, to the pharmaceuticals, many of which have been derived from petroleum itself.

It is important to stress that the organisation is not solely about promoting complimentary and alternative therapies but more about how the industry as a whole will go through the transition to a way of working beyond oil.

The design of the logo is meant to depict an oil droplet being caught by leaves which is symbolic of the transition. The overall feel of the design is plant like and has an Eastern feel, very reminiscent of alternative medicine found in that part of the world.

If you wish to advertise your company from a greener perspective and utilise the current economic climate to ensure the best competitive advantage for your business maybe it's time to talk to me further on just what is possible.

Following on from my article last month re climate change and peak oil, I am in the process of thinking about extending my service to include coaching people to make the necessary change to becoming more sustainable too.

I realise my skills lie in helping people through transition whether that is in their career, relationships or life in general as well as promoting people accordingly when reaching their desired destination. So given my ever growing interest in all things sustainable, working with various environmental groups, the Transition Town organisations and the Every Action Counts programme. It seems logical to try and help people through transition from a sustainable point of view also.

I am developing an eight stage process to becoming truly green, complimentary to the coaching model I use and can advise on what steps to take to reduce your carbon footprint even if you are still at the point of being addicted to cheap energy and food.

I would be grateful to receive some feedback if you feel this service is of interest to you and what sort of information you would find most beneficial if wishing to make the transition yourself.