“I am an imposter. I am a fraud.” These words echoed in my mind for years. Despite working as an accountant for over 30 years and excelling in my career, I couldn’t shake the feeling. Why? Because I don’t have that little piece of paper—the qualification that says, “Yes, she’s legitimate.” I never completed my…
My brother is building a house. It’s going to be beautiful—if he ever finishes it. You see, my brother is a perfectionist. He insists on completing every task himself. In fact, he’s taken the term “self-build” to dizzying new heights. And honestly? That’s fine. It’s his passion project, and he’s in no rush. He’s enjoying…
Setting boundaries with parents can feel tricky, especially when you have a close relationship. My mum and I have always been very close. When my daughters were born, she stepped in to help in the most wonderful way, looking after them so I could return to work. I’ll always be grateful for her support during…
I remember sitting in the hallway, nervously waiting for a job interview. My hands were clammy, and my mind was racing. As I glanced around, my eyes landed on the walls. They were covered in framed pictures of inspiring quotes. “Eugh,” I thought. “How cheesy.” I immediately judged the company. This isn’t the kind of…
We all have those quiet little voices in our heads, don’t we? They tell us what we can and can’t do, who we are, and what we deserve—or don’t. These voices are called self-limiting beliefs. They impact our careers, relationships, and self-worth—often without us realizing it. Sometimes, these beliefs feel like facts. They shape how…
Ever catch yourself thinking, “I can’t do that” or “That’s just not for me”? These thoughts might seem harmless, but they could be quietly holding you back. They’re called limiting beliefs—the mental blocks that convince you you’re not capable, worthy, or deserving of more. Limiting beliefs aren’t facts. They’re assumptions you’ve picked up over time….
Would you rather have £1,000,000 today or a penny that doubles every day for 30 days? It’s a classic question that perfectly illustrates the power of compounding. As the graph below illustrates, that single penny might not look like much at first. You don’t see much impact until Day 23 but by Day 30, it…
Do you ever feel like everyone’s support system but your own? Emotional boundaries help us prevent this by defining where our feelings end and another’s begin. They act as limits for how others treat us and help us manage their emotions without neglecting our own needs. Without strong boundaries, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, stressed,…
We’ve all heard stories of people transforming their lives through the power of manifesting, popularized by the film and book The Secret. It sparked a global craze, making it sound so simple: you want something, you think about it, you believe it’s going to happen, and it does. Simple, right? But if manifesting is that…
As the Beatles sang, “All you need is love.” Yet, for many of us, finding and keeping love isn’t that simple. Deep down, hidden beliefs can hold us back, even when we want love the most. These limiting beliefs about love often shape how we see ourselves, others, and relationships. But here’s the thing: these…
