How did you get sober?

Nov 15, 2023 | Coaching

I’m often asked how I got sober, and the answer is simple. I made it a permanent change. When I’d tried to stop drinking in the past, I’d say, “I’m trying to cut down.” I didn’t believe in myself. Then when my language and identity changed to, “I don’t drink anymore,”...

What’s your elevator pitch?

Nov 8, 2023 | Coaching

How do you feel about answering the inevitable question, “what do you do?” at a networking event or party, or on a first date? Often people will introduce themselves with a long job title that means very little to anyone outside of their organisation. The response to...

What one thing has had the biggest impact on your self development?

Nov 1, 2023 | Coaching

I’ve been on a huge self development journey over the last couple years, since I quit my job and took my son out of school to home educate him. I’ve become an accredited coach and started a business. I’ve learned to meditate, started practising yoga, and written a...

Happy Birthday Mum

Oct 28, 2023 | bereavement, Coaching, death, family, gratitude, health, Mums, my journey

Today would have been my mum’s 63rd birthday, so I thought I’d share some of the ways I have been inspired by her throughout my life. We had nothing as kids; Mum had several low paying part time jobs, everything we owned was second hand, our house was freezing and we...

A problem shared is a problem halved

Oct 18, 2023 | Coaching

Do you find it hard to talk about your problems, even though you know you’d benefit from doing so? In counselling, your counsellor needs to know your story. They need to understand what’s happened in the past and what’s going on for you right now, so they can help you...