Nothing stays the same for ever, but facing change can often be a difficult, confusing and challenging process. Over the past few years I've experienced unexpected losses, bereavements and a few house moves. It's never easy but here are some thoughts on how to deal with life's surprises.... ~ You can only control or change yourself. When you put this into practice you'll[...]
0 With more time at home, I decided to get organised in all areas of my life. Although it's taken a while to set things up it's proving to save time and money now. I highly recommend putting lots of systems in place or if it feels overwhelming to hire a professional organiser. It will create so much more freedom in your life. Here are some of the things I've put in place... Automat[...]
We all respond differently to the challenges and setbacks in our lives and businesses. Over the years, and especially during the past 10 months, I’ve learned the importance of being resourceful, creative, patient and resilient. Here are few things which have helped me … ~ Although not everything is in our control, in our day to day lives we can[...]
We had a lovely class with Anneliese Wells, BirchwoodYoga, last week on How to Destress your Midlife. Anneliese shared her knowledge and experience with simple tools we can use to help manage daily stress. I think many of us put so much pressure on ourselves to keep doing stuff, but, as in nature, we have seasons in our lives and our work. Sometimes we just have to know and acce[...]
Neuroscience has shown that a lack of sleep can change and age your brain. Which is not great if you have a business to run! While good sleep can help wash away the ageing toxins, effectively ‘shampooing’ your brain! Sleep is a key element of our overall wellbeing and something that I'm always looking at ways to improve. As wel[...]
Have you experienced Zoom Gloom or Video Fatigue, from too much time spent interacting with others virtually? Apparently, it can be quite hard on the brain, as we try to focus on and process lots of information on a screen. As I host virtual classes and speak to friends, family, colleagues and clients on-line here are a few things I've tried to help stay fresh and alert during my[...]
I'm a great believer in synchronicity and manifesting! Last year I made the decision to increase my visibility and learn more about story telling and video. Then, purely by chance, I came across April Adams Pertuis who mentors a thriving global community called Lightbeamers. I recommend checking her out! Through her coaching and mentoring April generously shares her knowled[...]
Do you use video in your business? After some resistance I finally started showing up on Facebook with video! I know many of you are well ahead in this area, but, I had all sorts of excuses – what to say, how to use the technology, what would I look and sound like, I could be doing other things, what if I get negative feedback! I really had to[...]
I love to give and receive testimonials so I was thrilled to receive this testimonial from Jemma Watts, who is a very talented and successful photographer. She wanted to expand her business into new areas offering workshops for individuals, mentoring creatives and designing online photography courses. I love taking photos so it was fantastic to work with Jem[...]
I hope you're enjoying the summer months! I've been busy taking a few short courses to learn more about Instagram, LinkedIn, and video. And I completed one on personal style which was fun and made me realise I have (for the moment) enough clothes to wear! Last month I hosted a free call on How to Design Client Attractive offers, which proved[...]