This month has been a special one for me—turning 50 has brought with it a lot of reflection. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been sharing stories and lessons I’ve picked up over the years—about business, resilience, adaptability, and purpose. To close this mini-series, I want to talk about something that’s crucial to wellbeing but […]
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March is a big month for me as I celebrate my 50th birthday, and with that, I’ve been reflecting on some of the biggest lessons I’ve learned along the way. One question I get asked a lot is: How did you get into professional speaking? It wasn’t a straight road. In fact, my career has
From Burnout to the Stage: My Journey to Professional Speaking Read More »
When we set out to improve our energy, wellbeing, or performance, we often aim for big, sweeping changes. We think we need to completely overhaul our diet, sign up for a marathon, or commit to a drastic new routine. But here’s the paradox: the most effective, sustainable changes are usually the smallest ones, when done
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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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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
From To-Do Lists to Energy Lists: Planning for Peak Performance Read More »
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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