A quick quiz to help you understand your patterns Many of us move through life doing too much, caring too much, and holding too much – without even realising it. This quiz will help you get a clearer picture of where you sit on the…
If I could identify one consistent theme that impacts almost every one of my clients, it’s the feeling that no matter how much they do or what they achieve, they’re somehow still not good enough. Chances are this could be you too. You’ll notice…
Comparing ourselves to others is a natural human tendency and while comparisons can often feel negative, they can also motivate us to create positive change in our lives. We know that what we see on social media is a fraction of the truth, yet we…
In my work as a life and career coach, something I’ve learned is that true self-belief is often quite different from what most people think. In many ways, it’s a paradox. It’s not about being the loudest voice in the room or being the kind…
As a life coach, I’m often working with clients to help quieten the voice of the inner critic. That little voice inside your head isn’t always balanced – it’s generally ready to remind you of your failings but it’s just as ready to dismiss your…
In my life coaching work, many of the women I work with are introverts. They’re uncomfortable with the idea of being the centre of attention. Sometimes, they may even pass up an opportunity to be visible. Even ‘having the floor’ or being the focus of…
I’m often asked by coaching clients how they can improve self-worth. Having a healthy degree of self-worth is maybe best described as feeling good enough or as worthy of love and belonging as anyone else. When your self-worth is high, you feel an inherent sense…
As a life coach, one of the key areas I work on with clients is adopting a growth mindset. Our thinking styles, which most psychologists agree are laid down early in life, largely determine the way we approach a new challenge or any kind of…
With my career and life coaching clients, a large part of my work is around helping clients to develop confidence. We often think of confident people as those who are comfortable in all kinds of social settings or the quick thinkers who effortlessly speak up…
