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Redundancy doesn't impact us all in the same way, some are hoping for it, even delighted when they get it; for others, it's a topic they bring to coaching. I am sharing this for those of you and your families who find yourselves in unfamiliar territory and need support. Faced with redundancy, we tend to suddenly love the job we haven't enjoyed for a while. Many people work for organisations where they believe they have a job for life, almost feeling institutionalised, for many years it's all...

When working with clients and organisations, coaches are privileged to gain a window into an organisation’s culture and behaviour. Staff may not be treated well and sadly it is often not what should be expected of the workplace in 2019. Client's spend time with their coach learning to trust and they begin to unwind their stories. The common parlance and the easy stuff is usually about the boss, the colleagues, the work they do, the pressure they are under, the market, redundancy...

I bet you don't see the word gorgeous associated with menopause very often. Some other words that may not seem to snuggle in with our image of menopause are joyful, vibrant, optimistic, care-free, sexy or beautiful. How do you see yourself? What are your views on menopausal women? Society and the menopause It's the way we view menopause as a society and the way we, as women, view ourselves that disassociates these words with menopause. Words that I hear in context with menopause are moody,...

Public and corporate awareness of the importance of mental health is increasing in the UK, with media outlets rightfully bringing greater attention to the topic. According to Mind, approximately one in four adults will experience a mental health issue each year and, staggeringly, one in six of us report experiencing a common mental health problem each week.

With anxiety and depression the most prevalent issues, this can have a huge effect on our working lives. In total, approximately 70...

We have all been there. Working Monday through Friday week after week, year after year, periodically coming up for air to wonder… When will I find what I am meant to be doing with my life?  For some, this question has always been there in the back of their mind and they have learned to adjust by living life with a quiet dissatisfaction thinking that no one can really have it all. For others, this question may come at a time of crossroads in life and is a strong feeling that...

Spring is definitely here, albeit the weather is not particularly Spring-like currently! It's April and the trees are blossoming, new life is all around; from lambs in the fields to daffodils and tulips sprouting from their bulbs and as is typically the case we start to look to do some ‘spring-cleaning’ or feel the need for some sorting through of belongings and reorganisation in our lives. What are the benefits of decluttering?  Spring cleaning or decluttering has some...

What is manipulative behaviour? Manipulative behaviour is one of the most common forms of behaviour and, if you watch dramas, you will see it a lot. It’s neither passive nor aggressive, but rather a blend of the two. It is certainly not assertive, yet they do seem to get their way, initially at least. However, it leaves a nasty taste in the air and can easily sour relations. In contrast, assertive behaviour is aimed at developing and maintaining good relationships. What is the aim of...

Why your struggle brings satisfaction To reach the top of any mountain, you have to endure the pain of the climb. Often I have clients who have amazing dreams - and part of our sessions will be to look at what work, sacrifice, change and even pain will be needed to turn those dreams into reality. This is the part that sometimes can get in the way.9 times out of 10, people are willing to put the work into reaching their dreams, but sometimes during the planning of the journey or even in the...