Reflections and encouragement for living a life you're really excited about. Practical ideas on getting clear, planning with purpose, and taking the steps to make it real.
Recently I reviewed some job applications on behalf of a client. I was really surprised by the cover letters! Some people didn't provide a letter and of the letters that did come in, none of them insp
4 min readEvery day we’re faced with a seemingly never-ending stream of decisions. From what you’re going to eat for breakfast and wear to school or work, right through to bigger decisions about life, relations
3 min readIt's one thing to notice what others are doing but it often goes beyond just observing to a place where we start to judge ourselves. We tell ourselves stories about how much better the other person is
5 min readI know, sigh groan, it's so cliche to say something is the new black, but when it's true, well it's true. We're living in a world where the pace of life seems to be speeding up (seriously, can it go a
2 min readDreaming is a key tool in your toolkit that you have access right now (and always) to help you live a life you love. So if you're committed to living a life you love dive in and check out this exercis
2 min readI expected a light, easy read, fun novel. What I got were 3 powerful life lessons that had me diving deep for answers. Perhaps these life lessons will resonate with you and you'll feel inspired to tak
2 min readIn those moments when you dream, do you imagine the life you'd love to live? Maybe some of what you dream about has already come true, but perhaps some hasn't. You deserve to live the life you desire.
4 min readDo you find yourself feeling like life is an emotional rollercoaster? Like you just have to strap yourself in for the ride because you don't have any control over it? While it can be tempting to point
4 min readLooking to have more fun in your life? Thinking that only others have fun because you’re just not the sort of person who does? Feeling weighed down by your roles, responsibilities and what others migh
3 min readIn NZ, signs that spring is here are everywhere! Daffodils, lambs in the paddocks, the days are getting longer and the sun is shining - giving us a cheeky glimpse of the summer weather just around the
3 min readEach time I felt I’d been wronged or hurt by someone I’d add another layer of armour. Layer upon layer they built up. It was a heavy load for sure. But I thought well worth it. I was sure each layer w
3 min readDo you feel like life is a blur of deadlines and demands, many of which (if you're honest) you're struggling to meet and even when you do, you know you're not producing your best work? Frustrating isn
5 min readWhile achievements and having things can be part of a meaningful life, there’s a danger they actually drain us of having a sense of joy. Because when all that striving and having the latest and greate
4 min readWhile the world needs strong, visible leaders, we all have a role to play. I'm a BIG believer in people being the leader in their own life. There is no one better equipped or qualified to be in the dr
3 min readAs part of planning what you wanted to do in 2015 did you include all the health check ups you need (and deserve)? For those in NZ, we take our cars for a warrant of fitness every 6-12 months. So, why
2 min readHave you got dreams? I bet you do! But you're holding back aren't you? We all have fears yet some people seem to move beyond the fear and achieve success. Learn about 3 commons fears and how to put th
4 min readIf it's what you do everyday that makes the most difference in whether (or not) you'll achieve your goals, then what do you need to focus on? ... CREATING SUPPORTIVE RITUALS AND HABITS. People who cre
1 min readDo you sometimes feel overwhelmed? Life sure can throw some curve balls and knock us off our feet! But just as you wouldn't wake up one morning and head off to climb Mt Everest that very day, we canno
2 min readNow I don't know about you, but my imagination is SUPER creative and very active. I can create a worst possible scenario in my head and over time have that beast grow to massive proportions. But WE (t
2 min readThe start of a bright, shiny new month is the perfect time to pause and reflect. Hopefully you’ve already spent time thinking about the year ahead, what you want it to be like and set some goals. If n
2 min readAt this time of year everywhere you turn you see or hear something about planning and setting goals. All that information can be overwhelming and it can be a bit daunting if you’ve struggled to set go
3 min read“Waiting, wanting and wishing” are three words we could all do without having in our vocabulary, especially when we’re talking about our life! They keep us locked in our comfort zones, never daring to
3 min readDoes life seem to be getting busier each year and before you know it another year is over? Is it filled with constant demands and deadlines? Are you reacting to what’s going on around you rather than
3 min readAround October each year I’d be so happy that it was almost December. It wasn’t because I was thinking about Christmas or long sunny days and fun times with friends and family (although I enjoy all of
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