Motherhood brings profound shifts in identity and career, often due to caregiving and the relentless mental load. Balancing work and life can feel like an impossible juggling act. I share how I’m navigating these changes and how organisation, embodiment practices and kind self-talk are helping me stay sane. [22.1.25.]

Mental rehearsal is a powerful tool for managing anxiety by imagining stressful events and practising calm responses. Break the situation into parts and visualise how you want to think and feel at each stage. Feeling anxious? Try mental rehearsal. [21.1.25.]

How can we silence the inner critic and transform negative thoughts? I embrace kind self-talk, uncover the positive intentions behind my negativity, and use a powerful magic question to ignite hope, even when exhaustion sets in. [10.1.25.]

As part of the kind self-talk series, I’m being more mindful of how I speak to myself each day. I had a conversation with a friend who gave me the idea to use more assertive communication with others. Anxiety often shows up as indecisiveness and apologising too much. How can we express our needs in every conversation? [18.1.25]

What’s the difference between embodiment therapy and somatic therapy? How can these tools help with general anxiety and how do I use these in my online therapy practice? [18.1.25.]

What life script are you living by? A life script is the narrative we assign to our lives—crafted in childhood and deeply influencing how we see ourselves and others. Our life script includes emotional patterns, limiting beliefs, and assumptions that guide our choices. Highlighting our blind spots and victim mindsets can be painful and yet, it’s the first step towards authoring a more empowered path. [15.1.25.]

Can a recovering perfectionist use kind self-talk each day? I experiment today using compassionate self-talk to challenge depressive thoughts. I learn how being compassionate to myself can enhance mindful productivity (while also getting things done)[14.1.25.]

Hypnosis is a powerful state of focused attention that connects with the subconscious mind, unlocking new habits. Within integrative therapy, hypnosis can be used as a tool to strengthen positive beliefs. Here are nine fears and phobias that hypnosis can help with. [13.1.25.]

Negative self-talk is when our inner voice tells us negative, critical and harsh comments. Negative thoughts can protect us from danger. But when thoughts are mostly critical this can lead us to perfectionistic (black-and-white) thinking, as we feel depressed, stressed and isolated from others. So how do we start using kind self-talk in our daily lives? [12.1.25.]

Perfection is when good isn’t good enough. We set high standards and criticise ourselves for unmet goals. Instead, how can we use kind (not critical) self-talk? I share how I’m challenging mean thoughts when things go wrong. [11.1.25.]

How are you (really)? It’s easy to answer, “fine,” “ok,” “good,” but is that true? Usually we answer this way to save time. And yet, if we can’t name our own emotions, how can expect to be authentic? Here’s how to clarify feelings, using emotions mapping for better emotional intelligence. [9.1.25.]

Afraid to start therapy? Perhaps you’ve avoided uncomfortable feelings for a long time and are scared to open up traumatic memories. Or you have trust issues going back to childhood. Whatever you’re worries, here’s how to take the plunge and take the first step to starting therapy. [8.1.24.]

Integrative therapy is a holistic approach to healing. Unlike other therapies, integrative therapy uses a blend of various therapeutic tools to fit your needs. Learn the empowering benefits of integrative therapy. [30.12.24.]

Do you seek reassurance and validation in relationships? If fear, people-pleasing and clinginess sound familiar it may point to an anxious attachment style. Understanding this pattern is the first step to healing, and moving towards a more secure romantic connection. [28.12.24.]

The intensity of motherhood often leaves us burnt out and juggling the invisible load. In the busyness of daily life, is it possible to have it all? And when parts of us die, does this leave space for a new identity to emerge? [27.12.24.]

The holidays are a time to connect with loved ones but they can also feel overwhelming. Family dynamics, financial stress, the pressure to feel joyful, and last-minute shopping can stir up many emotions. I share somatic therapy tips to keep you grounded and mentally sane. [20.12.24.]

Many of us enter motherhood chasing perfection, only to feel pressured, stressed, and overwhelmed. I share why letting go of unrealistic standards and why starting it now (messily) can free us from the perfection trap. [17.12.24.]

“Let it be easy” means accepting your situation and flowing with life instead of forcing or resisting it. It’s not about making excuses but embracing flexibility. So why do we often mistake ease for laziness? I share my observations from chapter 10’s ‘Let It Be Easy’ of Playing Big by Tara Mohr [15.12.24.]

Hypnosis is a state of relaxed focus that connects to our subconscious mind for positive change. But can the use of mental images and repetition help those struggling with ADHD and focus issues to concentrate and be more productive? [20.11.24.]

What if we accept there is no magic pill to transformation? When we realise that there are no 7 steps to success, we can appreciate our messy selves (as opposed to waiting to be our “best self.” Anti-resolution setting (a “not-to-do” list that involves giving up a goal or making space to try new things) ensures we set realistic intentions and are kinder (not self-critical) to ourselves. [19.11.24.]