Self-care has a bit of an image problem. Ask most people when they last did something to look after themselves, and they will think back to a holiday, a spa... read more →
When the subject of self-care comes up in my work with clients, there's a pattern I notice almost immediately. The moment I mention it, eyes glaze over, shoulders tense, and... read more →
You remembered to make the coffee. But you left it at home. You forgot to charge the car. You meant to stop at the supermarket and only realised your mistake... read more →
Your calendar is one of the most powerful tools at your disposal, but only if you’re the one in charge of it. Open up your calendar right now. What do... read more →
In my last blog post, I made the case for regularly pausing to reflect. Reflection contributes to our self-awareness, helps us keep on top of our commitments, and allows us... read more →
We live in a culture that prizes doing. Full calendars, crossed-off to-do lists, back-to-back meetings. These have become markers of a productive professional life. But there's a quiet cost to... read more →
Most of the popular advice about procrastination is frustratingly useless. "Just make a start." "Stop putting it off." "Grit your teeth". It's the productivity equivalent of telling someone who's anxious... read more →
Procrastination is one of those topics almost everyone relates to - and yet it's widely misunderstood. We use the word loosely, apply it to ourselves too harshly (or not harshly... read more →
Are you putting off a task or conversation you could easily do right now? Does glancing at your task list spark a feeling of dread? Are you trying not to... read more →
In my last post, I outlined the benefits of giving yourself a fresh start when it comes to a behaviour, a habit or an approach to an aspect of your... read more →