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My kids finished their exams, A-levels, and GCSEs respectively a couple of weeks ago. We went on holiday, and they had proms as soon as we returned. I was so excited for them, remembering the long summers of my youth, but they’re both struggling this week and they...

Being aware of what you need is not the same as being needy. You may need rest, energy, validation, emotional regulation, spirituality, learning, time alone, time with others. It’s not wrong to want these things but the distinction lies in where you expect those needs...

We talk about handling our own emotions. What about other peoples’ emotions? Part of being an empath (or just a human) is that you can’t help being aware of what other people are feeling. It’s probably part of what makes you a great therapist. But sometimes,...

This morning, I swam in 6-degree waters, no wetsuit and beamed with joy as I shared a hot tea afterwards with my mate Rach. And I hate the cold! A few months ago, I couldn't drive more than a few miles without leg pain and cramping. And I couldn't fix it.  ...

A client asked me recently, “What are the pre-requisites for coaching to work? Are these things that can be taught? And what are the failure stories in coaching?” When I talk to a new client, I am listening for signs that they want to change something in their lives,...

It took about 30 seconds for me to think of a whole range of people I could potentially disappoint today. My kids, my husband, my business partner, my friends, my Mum, my clients, the dog! This is really just another version of a question you’ll see posed often by...

Is chaos your friend? I often ask coaching clients, “Is there something you’re not doing, so that you get to keep [this] problem?” My personal answer to this tricksy question? I’m not getting organised; I’m holding on to chaos. I know very well that it’s not serving...

I am thrilled to host this guest blog by Physiotherapist, Jo Godley. A must read for clinicians exeriencing any level of anxiety, and for managers supporting  members of their team for whom it is a challenge. Anxiety can be a serious burden on our health and...

It’s hard to ask for what I need Of course! It’s stomach churning hard. It goes against every line of coding in your programming. Helper, rescuer, person who has it all up together and who’s purpose is to be there for others. How can I let people see that I really...