A client said something to me recently that I hear often. “I don’t understand why I’m so tired. I haven’t done anything major today.” She’d answered emails, done some food shopping, made a few phone calls, sorted out something for one of her children. Nothing dramatic, nothing unusual and yet, Read more
The idea of planning a whole year can feel daunting. Twelve months is a long stretch to predict, control, or commit to especially when life rarely goes exactly as planned. That’s why rigid goals often lose momentum. They leave little room for change, energy dips, or unexpected events and when Read more
By the end of November, many of us feel like meals are just another thing on the endless list. Darker evenings, colder weather and busy schedules can make cooking feel like a chore whether you’re feeding yourself, cooking for two or trying to keep a whole family satisfied. But meals Read more
Hello! Just popping into your inbox before I take a short blogging break for August because even practical life coaches need to unplug now and then (and because my brain currently feels like it’s made of sun-warmed mashed potato). If you’re feeling a bit wrung out by the summer juggle, Read more
Sounds idyllic doesn’t it? You know me, I’m not big on perfection – I love life to come in all shapes and sizes, with ups and downs, fast and slow but I do think that certain times of year lend themselves to a change of pace. As the sun rises Read more
Let’s be honest for a moment. Real life, it rarely looks like an Instagram feed! It’s messy, it’s unpredictable – sometimes it’s beautiful, sometimes it’s boring, and sometimes it feels like you’re just surviving the day. There are dishes in the sink, emails unanswered, emotions that don’t make sense, dreams Read more
Let’s be honest: stress is sneaky. It creeps into your shoulders, your breathing, your tone of voice. It shows up as scattered thoughts, constant fatigue, or that low-key irritability you can’t quite explain. And while we often think we need a holiday or a life overhaul to feel better, the Read more
Let’s face it—life can get messy. One minute you’re cruising through your day with purpose, and the next you’re buried under to-do lists, self-doubt, and a foggy sense of “What am I even doing with my life?” As a life coach, I’ve seen it time and time again. People aren’t Read more
Don’t be what? Don’t be busy all the time. “I’m just so busy” “There are not enough hours in the day” “I’m exhausted, it’s non-stop…” Recognise any of these statements? Are you someone who is constantly talking about how busy they are? Do you have a friend that is always Read more
“Everybody needs a plan” is something I regularly discuss with my clients and in many ways, I stick with that – I like a plan. However……as I have learned myself, sometimes concentrating on the present moment and focusing on what is actually in front of us can be much better Read more