Have you ever felt like you are on the road to lasting change? You know exactly what you need to do, the action steps necessary, yet you still struggle to do it consistently? Whether it be a habit, a different communication style, become better organised or adopt a new way of working. Yet, despite your…
When I was a kid growing up near Norwich, I remember going to an airshow, and being completely mesmerised by the display of the Red Arrows, the Royal Air Force’s elite aerobatic team. I recall the coloured smoke streaking across the sky, the perfect formations, and the roar of the engines; it was absolutely thrilling.…
One of the fastest ways to create real change in your life is to break free from your comfort zone. It’s in those unfamiliar spaces, where routines are disrupted and the familiar no longer fits, that true transformation begins. I’m currently living this firsthand. My husband and I have just relocated to Thailand for a…
Have you ever arrived somewhere and realised you don’t even remember the journey? Or, brushed your teeth, grabbed your keys, maybe even battled traffic, but your brain was on autopilot the whole time. That’s the power of habit, and furthermore, it’s not just your morning routine that runs in the background. Additionally, it could be…
We all know habits are hard to break, but what if your life literally depended on it? You’d probably think you would have massive motivation to break that habit and make some major lifestyle changes, right? Well, not necessarily. In a long-term U.S. study, researchers followed people diagnosed with serious conditions such as heart disease,…
Do you want to build stronger relationships, elevate your leadership, and make a lasting impact? The answer isn’t in talking more or showcasing your expertise. It’s in mastering one powerful, yet often overlooked, habit: effective listening skills. Listening is more than hearing words; it’s about fully understanding the message, emotions, and intentions behind them. It’s…
Have you ever stopped to think about the habits that shape your daily life, good and bad? On the one hand, habits can be great, as we don’t have to relearn how to walk, tie our shoes or drive our cars. Moreover, they help our brains conserve mental energy, and create space for more complex…
Unplugging from our digital gadgets and technology is a daily habit we must endeavour to foster. Especially today, with loneliness and mental health becoming increasingly concerning issues. Additionally, because much of our time at work involves technology and connecting via digital platforms. This way of operating and communicating goes against the grain of one our…
This is the time of year that many people are either winding down, madly rushing around to finish up for a break, or methodically focusing on ending the year strong and planning for 2024. Wherever you are at the pointy end of the year, it’s a great time to reflect on all you have achieved…
Do you often find yourself paralysed by fear, the enemy of success? What if, instead of viewing it as the enemy, you could transform fear into a trusted ally? It’s not as strange as it sounds, and today I’ll reveal an uncommon strategy for making this a reality. Fear is an innate and primal response…
Life is often complex and challenging, which is why rituals can help. One minute we can feel excited and exhilarated, and the next, overwhelmed, or anxious. Moreover, torn between doing what we know we should do or preferring a less important, more pleasurable option. However, taking the easier option, or letting anxiety or overwhelm take…
As we near the end of the financial year, it’s a great time to do an audit on ourselves. To take a close look at our strengths, weaknesses, poor habits, behaviours and how exactly to transform them into super strengths. Furthermore, in the business world, it’s common to do a SWOT analysis, however, today, we…
Have you ever found yourself stuck in a problem, unable to find the right solution? With this powerful mind skill you can prevent yourself from becoming frustrated or deflated. While we sometimes turn to others for help, there is another solution, which has the potential to transform our results.This skill is to develop the art…
When I was competing in the Hawaiian IronMan World Championships, I found myself struggling and failing to remember this critical high performance habit. This was during the bike leg on the imposing lava fields. Moreover, prior to the race, I was unwell, and didn’t even know if I would be able to compete. However, I…
Although planning may not be the most glamorous topic, it is a critical habit to cultivate for several reasons. Yet, why do so many people fail to do it? Where do you stand on the planning spectrum – are you a consistent planner, an occasional planner, or a hesitant planner? Today, I will share three…