This month, I’ve been exploring paradoxes—particularly the tension between wellbeing and high performance. Can we truly have both? I believe we can. Last week, I shared the idea of being arsed—the importance of taking small actions today that prevent bigger problems down the line. This week, I want to tackle another paradox: the desire for […]
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Last week, I talked about the paradox of wellbeing and high performance. This week, I want to introduce you to a simple but powerful mindset shift—one that came from an unlikely source: an Arctic Circle endurance event. A couple of years ago, I took on this challenge with Rat Race, and the night before we
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I want to kick things off with an idea that often feels counterintuitive—the paradox of wellbeing and high performance. Can you really have both? At first glance, these two concepts seem at odds. How can you prioritise wellbeing while striving for high performance? Can you truly excel in a fast-paced, demanding environment without sacrificing your
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I was delighted to be a guest on the Cork Today radio show and podcast hosted by Patricia Messinger. Stress Resilience and Personal Sustainability One of the primary reasons organisations bring me in is to help with stress resilience—a huge challenge for many companies today. In the interview, we explore how to boost the stress resilience
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When we think of the term sliver we tend to think about cake or cheese…. Perhaps at the end of a meal you’re offered dessert or a another serving from the cheeseboard and you think “oh I’ll just have a sliver.” You could think of recovery in the same way. Taking a sliver of recovery
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As 2024 draws to a close, it’s a great time to reflect on a big idea that many professionals struggle with: the paradox of wellbeing and high performance. How can you take care of yourself while maintaining productivity? How do you balance individual needs with team demands? And is it even possible to prioritise self-care
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As the year comes to a close, it’s a natural time to reflect on how we can set ourselves up for success in the new year. Whether 2024 has been a triumph, a challenge, or somewhere in between, how you finish it can have a profound impact on how you begin 2025. Today, I’m exploring
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As we approach the end of December, it’s natural to start thinking about how to kick off the new year with focus and momentum. Whether it’s preparing for a sales kickoff, rallying your team for January, or setting the stage for personal goals, one truth stands out: business is often more predictable than we give
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In our fast-paced, always-on world, finding moments of peace and recovery can feel like a luxury. But what if a simple, science-backed practice could help you hit reset, even during the busiest of days? Enter the 30-second horizon hack—a quick, easy, and effective way to reduce tension, give your brain a breather, and even protect
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In the high-performance culture and the fast-paced world of work, every moment seems accounted for, leaving little time for pause, reflection, or recovery. But what if you could reclaim just a few minutes each hour to recharge and refocus? Enter the concept of “slivers of recovery”—tiny pockets of time that can make a big difference
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