Often when people come to me it’s because they’re fed up, frustrated and exhausted from months, and even years of wanting to change something in their life and not succeeding. They may have goals neatly written down, a vision board hovering over their desk and a pile of affirmations on their bedside and yet change […]
The secret to getting ahead in life, and its not what you think
“I hate chin ups, but I want to do them.” she declared. “You’ve got to be super strong” I chirped in remembering the many times I tried. “That’s the added frustration,” she announced. “My trainer says I’ve got the strength now, and I know I’m strong. What I don’t have is enough aggression.” Oh! This […]
A raw and honest look at my first 365 days in a new city
Today I enter day 366 (my second year) living here on the Gold Coast. Even writing that sends a wave of conflicting emotions through me. Anticipation, Fear, Hope, Doubt, Excitement, Confusion. What lies ahead? Once again more questions arise than answers. Seems to be the underlying theme for my first year here…. more questions than […]
What to do when in transition
I’m in that awkward space. The in-between-time, when one chapter of life has ended and the next one hasn’t fully begun yet. I’ve left behind familiarity and entered into the unknown. Transitioning from what I once was into what I’m now becoming… And can I tell you it feels messy. I know it though, […]
Why the discomfort of growth is no reason to quit.
I am the first to say if it doesn’t feel good then don’t do it, but don’t mistake the discomfort of growth as a reason to quit. I’ve just spent 2 days at a marketing workshop feeling completely overwhelmed and out of my depth. I arrived on day one all chipper, dandy and ready to learn. […]
Playing by the edge? What are you really waiting for?
There is a push and pull vibe to life. You go so far and then you play it safe. You make a move on your desires and then you withdraw your affection. You surge toward new ideas and then you scamper away from action. Grand visions entice you to the border of the unknown. You gradually inch forward; a little […]
Everything I know about believing in myself I learnt from watching my kids.
The sun was shining as we skipped along the city streets. The kids singing loud and proud as they rapped out a tune they had been working on for days. Then as we waited for the ferry they began rehearsing their dance moves. I marvelled at their confidence and delighted in the obvious joy and belief each […]
