Your flexible friend… No, I am not talking about your credit card here. I’m talking about the friend that appears to be happy to change their plans, travel to see their friends and just generally work around other’s arrangements. Avoid resentment. Now, the reason I say “appears to be” is Read more…
Imagine you’re having a conversation with someone close to you. They share their hopes and dreams for the future. How would you typically react? The Enthusiast Are you the enthusiastic one, who looks to encourage them even if sometimes the dreams seem a little far-fetched or unachievable? The Realist Perhaps Read more…
Many of us share a common desire to make a positive impact and contribute to a better world. So how do we do that? What can we do to make a difference? Firstly, there are the practical things that we can do to make a difference. Here are some the Read more…
This is one of the declutter tasks that regularly comes up in my practical coaching sessions. It’s something people mean to do; they know it will make them feel better, but it also feels like such a chore and therefore gets put off. These days, there is less paperwork to Read more…
Clearing out our wardrobe can be a more emotional than decluttering the rest of your house. We can develop emotional attachments to various clothes – the outfit you wore for your first date with your husband. A jumper that has appeared in all your daughter’s baby photos. A blouse you Read more…
Spring is a time for fresh starts. It’s also often when we start noticing the dust or mess as we emerge from the gloom of January and February. It’s amazing what dark days and candlelight can hide! A good old spring clean – as in the physical act of cleaning Read more…
When I talk to my clients about self-care or the much talked about ‘me’ time, invariably I get told all the reasons why people cannot fit this into their lives. Women particularly seem to struggle with terminology like self-care and me time. Self-care can be viewed as selfish, or a Read more…
In the rollercoaster of life, there are inevitable moments when things get tough. Whether you’re facing personal challenges, professional setbacks, or a combination of both, maintaining self-motivation becomes crucial for overcoming obstacles and pushing forward. Pick yourself up…again! Easy to say and often not that easy to do. There will Read more…
Now the festive season has faded, and the winter chill really settles in, the mid-winter months often bring a sense of post-holiday blues and seasonal challenges. February can be particularly tricky – although spring is on the horizon, we see little sunshine and the days can feel very grey. Historically, Read more…
Forget the glossy magazine notion of a ‘tribe’. I’m talking about the real deal – the ones or one, who weave through the tapestry of your everyday life. They’re the laughter that erupts when you need it most, the ears that absorb your woes without judgment, the hands that extend Read more…