It is such a busy time of the year; We run from office deadlines to nativity plays followed by Christmas parties. There are gifts and meals still to be organised. Who dares to carve out a minutes from this hectic time to reflect on the past year and set some intentions for the year ahead? ContinueContinue reading “Year-End Reflection: Insights for a Meaningful 2026”
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Breaking Free from Comparison: Taking Stock and Finding Gratitude
These two memorial benches (on the picture) look very similar at first. But they are there to commemorate the lives of two people who each had their very individual and different journey through life.
Have you ever found yourself stuck in the comparison trap? Watching others advance in their careers?
Instead of focusing on what we lack, what if we took a moment to appreciate how far we’ve come?
The Importance of Setting Boundaries
Many of us struggle with boundaries. This can be boundaries at work, in a relationship, or at home. A colleague may ask you to complete a task you feel uncomfortable to do. You do it anyway because you don’t want to be perceived as unhelpful. It may stand in the way of a promotion atContinueContinue reading “The Importance of Setting Boundaries”
Navigating Career Trade-Offs: Finding Your Best Path
In this post I am reflecting on a beautiful morning run until I had to stop and decide how to proceed (the picture should reveal why 😊).
It made me think about sacrifices. It comes in so many areas of life: Money vs Fulfilment, Sleep vs Productivity, and Health vs Convenience.
When is a sacrifice worth it? When does it become toxic?
How to stop dwelling on past mistakes
Many people torment themselves after making mistakes, leading to stress and anxiety. Recognizing and understanding triggers can help break the cycle of rumination. Techniques like mindfulness, exercise, and journaling can calm the mind.
Connected to Values – A Stepladder to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed
Isn’t it frustrating when you get overwhelmed by the number of things on your to-do list, the life-admin tasks you’ve been dreading to deal with or the infinite laundry pile at home? Some of us get inspired by so many ideas and don’t know where to put their focus. Others feel overwhelmed because they haveContinueContinue reading “Connected to Values – A Stepladder to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed”
3 Ways to Extend your Holiday Calms into Everyday Life
The transition from summer holidays to work can be challenging, but it’s possible to extend the holiday feeling by making conscious decisions. Planning the first day back, avoiding overwork, and integrating relaxation into daily routines can help maintain a positive mood. It’s essential to sustainably recharge energy for a healthy work-life balance.
How to Navigate Life as an Overthinker
Our brains process more than 6,000 thoughts every day, from the moment we open our eyes in the morning until we rest our heads at night. Some thoughts can be as simple as acknowledging your own consciousness, while others can be more complex and profound. These thoughts may be helpful, like an exciting new ideaContinueContinue reading “How to Navigate Life as an Overthinker”
How to deal with the fear and uncertainty when quitting a job
Resignations can be one of the most difficult challenges in your career. Someone may choose to quit their job for a whole host of reasons. You might be taking the first step towards a career change that will bring you closer to doing what you love. Sometimes, quitting a job might be necessary to avoidContinueContinue reading “How to deal with the fear and uncertainty when quitting a job”
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