~ Between Sessions ~

Thoughts on work, life, and meaning

Mental Health, Mindset

12 Jul 2025

The Stories We Tell Ourselves

In the intricate tapestry of our lives, there’s a quiet force that shapes how we think, feel, and act: the stories we tell ourselves. These internal narratives, often formed from assumptions, past experiences, and unconscious beliefs, can either empower us or keep us stuck. They influence everything from how we interpret situations to how we […]

Mental Health, Mindset, Personal Development

12 Jul 2025

Embracing Life’s Wave

In the midst of life’s relentless waves, there lies a quiet and powerful truth captured beautifully in the words of Tara Brach: “Like a boundless sea, we have the capacity to embrace the waves of life as they move through us. Even when the sea is stirred up by the winds of self-doubt, we can […]

Career Development, Career Transitions, Mindset

12 Jul 2025

When You Feel Stuck

“I just feel stuck.”It’s one of the most common things I hear in coaching conversations. Feeling stuck doesn’t always shout, it often whispers. It shows up in subtle ways: through indecision, procrastination, burnout, or a quiet sense that something just isn’t working. And when we’re in that place, it’s easy to get trapped in a […]

Finding Purpose, Mindset, Personal Development

12 Jul 2025

Why Self-Honesty Matters

Radical honesty isn’t just about telling the truth to others- it begins with the quiet, often uncomfortable truth-telling we practice with ourselves. It’s the moment you stop pretending. Stop performing. And start admitting what’s not working, what you really want, or what you’ve been quietly avoiding. While it may feel confronting at first, this kind […]

Mindset, Personal Development

11 Jul 2025

How to Start Trusting Yourself Again

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I don’t trust myself” – especially when you’re facing a big decision or a period of change? You’re not alone. As a career and mental health coach, I hear this from professionals all the time. In high-stakes situations or seasons of uncertainty, self-doubt can creep in, making it hard […]

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Career Development, Mindset

1 Jul 2025

Are You Afraid of Success?

Have you ever set your sights on something, a career move, a bold new project, or a dream you’ve had for years, only to hesitate just as you’re about to take the leap? You might tell yourself it’s because you’re not ready yet. Maybe there’s a better time. Maybe you’re not qualified. But what if […]

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Finding Purpose, Personal Development

1 Jul 2025

Redefining Success: Beyond the Paycheck

For many of us, success was handed to us as a pre-packaged idea: climb the corporate ladder, earn a high-income salary, buy the house, drive the car, and maybe, if you have time, enjoy the fruits of your labour. But what if that version of success isn’t actually yours? Lately, I’ve been reflecting on this […]

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Finding Purpose, Mindset, Personal Development

1 Jul 2025

Bring Love to What You Do

Love is often celebrated as a feeling we share with others – family, friends, or partners. But at its core, love is also a way of being. It’s something we can choose to bring into every aspect of our lives: how we care for ourselves, nurture our interests, or connect with our communities. I once […]