I’ve been noticing a pattern lately and once you see it you can’t unsee it. I see it in young people. I see it in people sitting in meetings with someone they perceive as “above” them. I see it in coaching rooms and workplaces and conversations that feel rushed and unfinished. There is this quiet unspoken belief that says: Their time is more valuable than mine. So people rush. They minimise. They edit themselves mid sentence. They stop communicating clearly not because they d

We’ve all done it. The deadline’s approaching, the task is important and yet… you’re suddenly deep-cleaning your kitchen, checking “urgent” emails or scrolling on your phone. Welcome to procrastination — the universal human habit we wish we didn’t have. But here’s the twist: procrastination isn’t always about laziness. More often, it’s an emotional response. We’re avoiding discomfort, not the work itself. The Procrastination Paradox The paradox is this: We think procrastinati

Have you ever said "yes" to something only to immediately feel overwhelmed, resentful or anxious? You’re not alone. Many of us struggle...

Part 2 of my exploration into the power of positive emotions After writing about the Broaden-and-Build Theory of Positive Emotions, I've found myself reflecting more deeply on the flip side: stress . Specifically, how stress interacts with our ability to think clearly, build resilience, and grow emotionally. And it turns out — stress is a key player in this story. 🔒 Stress Narrows Us When we're stressed, our nervous system responds as if we're under threat. This survival sta

I recently came across an article on the  Broaden-and-Build Theory of Positive Emotions  that really struck me —  this one from PositivePsychology.com . It spoke deeply to my experience as a coach — how powerful the “small” emotions are in creating meaningful, lasting change. Joy, gratitude, curiosity, contentment… these aren’t just pleasant moments. They’re potent tools for transformation. Developed by psychologist  Barbara Fredrickson , this theory explains why positive emo

This is a short recording on my struggle with fertility and loss. I hope this may help someone going through a similar thing.

Divorce isn’t just an ending—it’s a turning point for emotional growth and self-discovery.

Do you feel whole with your trauma or has it chipped away at you?