I’ve had one of those weeks. The kind where life feels a little wobbly. Where your usual capacity feels lower than normal. Where concentration is harder. Where your emotions feel closer to the surface. Where even simple decisions can feel oddly draining. And whenever...

There’s something I’ve been noticing lately. I’m actually quite good at routines now. On a personal level, yes - but because I’m self-employed, that is my professional level too. I choose when I work. I choose how I work. And, perhaps most importantly of all, I’m...

Last week I felt something I hadn’t felt in a while. Pure joy. Not once, but twice - in two completely different ways. The first time was on a crowded dance floor in Manchester. Music pounding, bodies packed close together, lights flashing - and me, jumping around...

Many years ago, I was a member of the British competition climbing team. Now, before you imagine podium finishes and medals around my neck, let me gently lower expectations. I was not the strongest member of the team. In fact, I was fairly mediocre in a pool of people...

Have you been feeling a little “not quite yourself”? Perhaps you’re waking at 3am for no clear reason. Feeling more anxious than usual. Forgetting words mid-sentence. Wondering why your body suddenly feels unfamiliar. Before you assume it’s stress, burnout or “just...

Feeling overwhelmed can be confusing - especially when, on paper, you’re doing everything “right”. You’re organised. Responsible. Showing up.You’re not failing or falling behind - yet the sense of overwhelm is still there. If you’ve been wondering why everything feels...

Being self-employed, especially as a parent, can often feel like a double-edged sword. As a self-employed mum, the challenges are uniquely demanding but also incredibly rewarding. One of the key aspects of navigating this journey is effective goal setting - a process...

The Power of Setting Gentle Goals: A Compassionate Approach to Personal Growth In a world where success often seems tied to strict deadlines and big ambitions, setting goals can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming. Many of us find ourselves under a lot of pressure,...

Let's face it, as busy women, we often feel the pressure to be constantly productive. We juggle work, family, and personal commitments, and it can feel like there's never enough time in the day. But what if I told you that being constantly busy might not be as...

I am a hypnotherapist and life coach, and I do practise what I preach; however I recently faced a bout of burnout – again. Even though I spend my days helping others navigate these very issues, I managed to let burnout creep up on me as I got caught up in...