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Some of the clients I see appear to have a great life, and have achieved all the things they ‘should’ have according to society. But behind the perfect window dressing of social media, the way they feel is often imperfect and unhappy. We see marketing messages all around us that reinforce the myth…
I’m not a big believer in positive affirmations. I find repeating phrases over and over to myself doesn’t work for me. However there are times when a positive statement can really give you a boost and help you carry on when you’re struggling. So here’s a list of phrases I’ve found useful in overcoming…
‘10 Things You Like About Yourself’ is an exercise I use with some clients to develop a positive self-perception and build their self-esteem. It sounds very simple however it’s more about the process they go through to make the list, than the exact words they use. One client of mine, Jane (she gave…
Most of us have a bad habit we’d like to break, such as; the evening glass of wine, comfort food or a bit of retail therapy. Perhaps you’ve tried unsuccessfully to cut down the behaviour or maybe you’ve just accepted it’s unbeatable. What you might be surprised to know is that all of these addictive…
Do you ever feel like other women seem to have the secret for getting ahead? They juggle everything beautifully, never a hair out of place, impressing the right people, grabbing the right opportunities and leaving you wondering, “How do they DO it!?” I used to wonder the same thing. What was the magic formula for…
My client Katherine is good at her job and works hard. But when opportunities to volunteer for new projects and extra responsibilities come up, why does she sit on her hands? Fear of failure (FOF) is one of the most common reasons why women hold themselves back in their careers, or in reaching their personal…
I recently read an article about Karen Brady (Baroness, Business woman and Sir Alan Sugars right hand woman) in which she talked about career advice and how to be a successful woman. The key career tip that stood out to me was Be confident in who you are and what you can do. …
I am a Facebook user, although not it’s greatest fan. I do however often flick through my newsfeed when I’m relaxing in front of the telly at night. It’s through this experience and what my clients tell me, that I’ve realised how damaging it can be to your confidence. The problem is that social media activates…
How do I stop comparing myself to others? This is a question I’m often asked by clients. As women we often find ourselves falling into the habit of comparing our homes, bodies, careers, children and behaviours to others. Even though I know the dangers involved in being caught in the comparison trap, I…
A friend of mine, who is married with children, recently went to visit her sister. She lives alone in a tidy, minimalist house and has lots of freedom. My friend mentioned how lovely it must be to be her sister with no responsibilities, then she reflected that actually it must feel quite lonely? But does…