Have you ever set out toward a meaningful goal only to find yourself in an unsettling middle ground – no longer who you were, but not yet who you’re becoming? That feeling of disorientation isn’t a sign you’re doing something wrong. In fact, it might be evidence you’re doing something profoundly right. The Uncomfortable Middle…
The pandemic gave us one thing which many of us have never let go of… Zoom. I myself fully embraced the switch from teaching mainly in person to now teaching my health and wellbeing training fully by Zoom. One question though that I hear is: “Is it really possible to build true rapport through a…
Last week, I had the wonderful opportunity to lead a special wellness session for a vibrant group of pensioners at their local coffee club. The energy in the room was immediately warm and receptive as I introduced our theme: “Gratitude Through Life’s Chapters: Writing Your Story with Appreciation.” As a health and wellbeing coach, I’ve…
What does self-love really mean? You’ve probably seen countless social media posts urging you to “love yourself first” or “practice self-love,” but how does that translate into real life? Let’s pause for a moment. Because self-love isn’t just about bubble baths and affirmations (though those can be lovely). It’s about learning to love yourself deeply—flaws…
When we think about the challenges of building sustainable habits, emotions like frustration, guilt, or shame often come to mind. But there’s another powerful and often overlooked emotion that plays a role in shaping our behaviours: disgust. While disgust evolved to protect us from harm—like avoiding spoiled food or unsanitary conditions—it can also creep into…
It’s that time of year when resolutions are set with great determination. We vow to give up certain habits, embrace new ones, and step into a brighter, healthier version of ourselves. But often, despite our best intentions, we slip back into familiar patterns. When this happens, it’s easy to spiral into self-criticism. You might hear…