Beside the Seaside

Sometimes, when taking a walk on the beach at home, we can see people staring out to sea. That simple-looking act can be so good for our mental health and anxiety. There are plenty of physical health benefits of sea air. It’s great for our respiratory system, and can help with skin and sleep issues… Continue reading Beside the Seaside

Rest and Be Thankful

When you love your work and are thankfully having lots of it to do, it’s tempting to think you don’t really need a holiday. But you do. Really, you do. I’m often told that my delivery style is energetic and people seem surprised when I tell them I’m 59. Curiousity, loving the work and creating… Continue reading Rest and Be Thankful

Running Up That Hill

When I was even younger, I did a bit of distance/cross country running. The advice that stuck with me was to run harder up a hill, keep your momentum downhill, then speed up as you get to the bottom and kick on (this was 40+ years ago, mind!). Like in business, and life in general,… Continue reading Running Up That Hill

Sit, Wait, Pounce

We’ve been waiting all winter for a day like today. The perfect mix of a non-delivery day, sun, snow and safe roads. It was a wonderful start to the weekend. It’s important to know what you want. Sometimes, it’s all about sitting, refining it, waiting for the opportunity to arrive, being prepared for it, then… Continue reading Sit, Wait, Pounce

Busy

Are you busy? I was asked that three times last week. My standard reply these days is ‘Yes thanks, lots of interesting things happening at the moment.’ A subtle shift in language has made a positive difference for me; a reminder to stay engaged and grateful with what’s filling up the diary. And busy isn’t… Continue reading Busy

Unexpected Pleasures

So far, this summer has brought plenty of unexpected pleasures. Our garden has a bumper crop of berries, including an out-of-nowhere supply of white berries. We were introduced to Misty, who is now a loving and loved part of our family. I recently had the pleasure of my first in-person meeting for over two years,… Continue reading Unexpected Pleasures

Lighter Skies, Lighter Week

Next week, for the first time in ages, I have a lighter week. Two sessions to deliver, as opposed to the seven or eight that appear to be the norm these days. In the past, this would concern me. What am I missing out on? What is it doing to my revenue targets? Why am… Continue reading Lighter Skies, Lighter Week

Time Out

It has been a purposeful and enjoyable week. Eight events working with people all over the world from our dining room. Today’s purpose had a difference. The pursuit of nature, on Britain’s highest beach and our favourite picnic spot for lunch. Purpose is not just about work. It is about making the most of whatever… Continue reading Time Out

Peace

A lovely, peaceful walk on the beautiful Moray Coast today. On the beach, you can see the sea defences. A reminder of a time when the peace we often take for granted needed to be defended. Peace can be hard work. Being comfortable in your true self, recognising the rights of self and ‘others’, tolerating… Continue reading Peace

Normal is What’s in Front of You

In a conversation two months ago about life in general, I heard this lovely sentence Normal is what’s in front of you. It really resonated with me. The last two years, while very challenging, have provided an opportunity for a reset, a chance to do more of what I want to do, rather than what… Continue reading Normal is What’s in Front of You