There was a time when I had a list of goals so long it served no purpose at all. Career goals, fitness goals, financial goals, personal development goals. The lot. Now and then I’d look at the list, briefly feel…
On some days, it can all become just a bit too much. An unexpected [and unwelcome, for that matter] email arrives. Your boss moves next week’s deadline to tomorrow. The washing machine decides now is the perfect time to stop…
Many will know the feeling. And I’ll be the first to put my hand up and admit, I’ve been there.Think back, or imagine… you aren’t replying to messages, you’re staring at your screen without really doing anything, not because you…
If there’s a more constructive and straightforward way of shifting quickly to a positive frame of mind, I haven’t heard of it. With the right prompts, gratitude journaling is a powerful method that can help you focus on what’s going…
As someone who took up journaling in my 30s, not only did I feel like I was a little late to the party, but I also felt like I’d missed out on years of a simple activity that would have…
I almost gave up on this article, the point seemed far too obvious. SMART goals are a staple in corporations and classrooms the world over these days. But if that’s the case, why do so many of us forget to…
Big changes often begin with small wins. I’m talking about the little choices that shift your actions just enough to change your direction and make a meaningful impact. Atomic Habits author James Clear says, “Every action you take is a…
Looking for a new job can test your patience, confidence, and energy. That’s certainly been the case for me! Whether you’re taking a step up to a new level of responsibility, shifting careers, or re-entering the workforce, the process often…
Type in a search for “find your why” and you’ll see a raft of helpful and inspiring articles, talks, and books etc. There are some great references, and I’ll touch on some useful starting points a little later in this…
How we see ourselves and the world can affect everything – what we want from life, the opportunities we take, our relationships with others, our career trajectory…everything. Our mindset drives the way we feel, think, and behave. It’s a lens…
