Recently we ran a two day perfectionism training session for staff at a hospice in Essex. The session was an opportunity for attendees to explore where perfectionism shows up for them either within the work place or at home. The sessions were great, with attendees exploring ideas and angles on perfectionism they …
On Tuesday this week I ran a full day session in partnership with the brilliantACEVO. We worked through particular issues or challenges that attendees were experiencing by using a process I’ve developed based on the Coaches Training Institute models, Dr Brené Brown’s research and The GROW model. What I know is we …
Sometimes, life can feel heavy. The heaviness can be particularly evident if we are working in challenging environments or with challenging content. I remember when I used to work in the charity sector supporting women who had experienced some form of violence I’d take that heavy feeling home with me. The heaviness …
We live very busy lives. We pack our schedules with 100 things to do. We get a great deal of joy from doing what we do. Doing stuff can be energising, it can be an opportunity to learn, and it can lead to connection with others who are also doing things. But …
Spring is out in the northern hemisphere, how lovely. I’ve spent the past few winter months training for the Brighton marathon, running through snow, wind and rain in order to be ready for the race this Sunday. And I’ve failed, because my body has decided to be injured, and my training plan …
I’ve been tapping into the wisdom of my friend and fellow coach Hannah Braime over the past few weeks through her Advent Calendar campaign. Each December day running up to 25th she has sent through some helpful and reflective questions to conjure up thoughts about the year that’s passed. It’s been a …
A few months ago I took the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI®) test. I came out as an INFP type which felt challenging and familiar at the same time. I later did the 16 personalities test which reaffirmed my INFP profile. I’ve always been dubious of these tests, as I don’t ever think we should pigeon hole …
