Resilience

Control What You Can: Small Steps to End-of-Year Resilience

As we approach the final stretch of the year, many of us feel as if we’re competing in a personal “Wimbledon” every day—constantly facing high-stakes tasks, tight deadlines, and the pressure to perform at our peak. Recently, I’ve spoken at many events, masterclasses, and client town halls, and a recurring question keeps popping up: “Every […]

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Fuelling for the Task Ahead

In a recent YouTube podcast I watched with Dr. Stacy Sims, I came across a concept that really resonated with me: fuelling for the task ahead. Dr. Sims is a prominent voice on perimenopause and training for older women. She shares really great content, that as a woman in perimenopause woman, really strikes a chord

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The Minimal Effective Day: Overcoming Overwhelm

As the end of the year approaches, many of us are feeling overwhelmed by the sheer volume of tasks left to accomplish. I’ve been asked several times recently to speak at client town hall meetings and record short videos to address a common concern: How do we manage that final big push before the year

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The Guilt Trap: Why Self-Care is Essential, Not Selfish

We all know that taking care of ourselves is important, but why do so many of us feel guilty for doing it? Whether you’re an executive, a parent, a mentor, or anyone juggling multiple responsibilities, the sense of guilt that comes with prioritising your own wellbeing can be a real obstacle. Recently, I’ve been speaking

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World Mental Health Day 2024: Creating Mentally Healthy Workplaces

World Mental Health Day 2024: Creating Mentally Healthy Workplaces

October 10 marks World Mental Health Day, an annual occasion dedicated to raising awareness about mental health issues and promoting efforts that support mental wellbeing. This year, the theme set by the World Federation for Mental Health is workplace mental health. This focus highlights the critical role workplaces play in shaping the mental health of

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Maximising Performance Through Personal Sustainability: Beyond Potential Podcast

I was delighted to be a guest on the Beyond Potential podcast, hosted by Tom Emery, CEO and Founder of Hex Development, and Tom Mason, Founder and CEO of Potentia Leadership. Known as “the Toms,” they facilitate an entertaining, informative, and immersive podcast designed for leaders, HR professionals, and anyone aspiring to maximise their performance

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Small Moments, Big Impact: How Connection Boosts Wellbeing

We often think that connection comes from deep relationships or significant life moments, but in reality, it’s the small, everyday interactions that have the power to make a big impact on our wellbeing. Whether it’s a friendly chat with a stranger, a smile from a passerby, or a brief interaction with a colleague, these small

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Walking in the Woods: The Power of Phytoncides

We all know that spending time in nature is good for the soul. Whether it’s the peaceful stillness, the fresh air, or the beauty of the trees, walking in the woods can bring a sense of calm and rejuvenation. But did you know there’s a scientific reason why being in the forest can make you

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Tackling Tough Tasks: The Secret to Getting Things Done

This week’s SNAP focuses on tackling tough tasks, how do we get on top of difficult tasks? We all face moments when a task or challenge seems daunting, or those tasks that we just feel some friction to. Often, our first instinct is to tackle it alone. But what if I told you there’s a

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What is Your Commitment to Change?

Welcome back from the summer break! Refreshed from a break and as we dive into the final quarter of the year, many of us feel a renewed energy for making changes. Whether it’s embracing a new way of working, building healthier habits, or setting goals for better wellbeing, now is the perfect time to reflect

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