Have you ever felt like you’re trying to change everything at once? You want to sleep better. You want more energy. You want to manage your stress. You want to be more active. You want to eat better. But you also want to be more present for your children and see them do well in this new school year. You want that promotion. You want to finally do that course you’ve been talking about for ages. You want to change jobs because the redundancy is looming. You want to start that b

One of the hardest things about perimenopause can be trying to explain to someone else what is happening when you are not even sure yourself. Your sleep has changed. Your energy isn't what it used to be. Your mood can feel different. You are more overwhelmed. Your body is changing. You may be gaining weight around your middle. You may not feel like yourself. And sometimes, the person closest to you doesn't know what to do either. That can leave both of you frustrated. But wha

People are told to eat differently, exercise more, manage stress, sleep better, take their medication, lose weight and make healthier choices by a variety of people- health care professionals, social media influencers, faith communities, work etc But there is a question we don't always ask: What happens when someone knows what to do—but still can't seem to do it consistently? This gap needs to be filled. Who will fill it? Filling The Gap A recent white paper, Evolving the Fie

A few days ago, I went to a party. The dress code was gold, so I wore a figure-hugging gold dress I'd bought for my birthday last year. Last year, I wore it with a tummy control garment and knew that, for photos, I'd probably be holding my tummy in. The things women do! This year was different. Even the control garment couldn't hide my stomach. If I'm honest, that really upset me. It wasn't the first time I'd noticed the change. Last month, I'd measured my waist because I kne

"Mum... I'm hungry!" It's 9:15am. You've already emptied the dishwasher, answered three work emails, broken up two sibling arguments and you're wondering how there are already crumbs all over the kitchen floor. You love your children. But if you're honest... Part of you was dreading the summer holidays. Not because you don't want them around. Because you're already exhausted. The school holidays can feel like multiple full-time jobs. Instead of school runs, you're now trying

If changing your health was simply about information... Most of us would already be sleeping well. Eating well. Being our ideal weight. Moving more. Feeling less stressed. The internet has no shortage of advice. Yet millions of people still struggle. Why? Because lasting change isn't built on information alone. It's built on support. You need a plan that fits your life. Take a healthcare professional working 12-hour shifts. They wake at 2 a.m. Again at 4 a.m. Their alarm goes

"I'm taking Wegovy... so why does the lifestyle side still feel so difficult?" Medication can help reduce appetite. But building a lifestyle that helps you lose weight and keep it off is a very different journey. It's about the life you're trying to lose weight in. One of the many tools I use to help clients understand why making healthy changes can feel much harder than people expect, has these concepts. 1. The Open Self – What You Already Know These are the things you alrea

When we have a problem, our first thought is usually: “I just want this gone.” We want the whole thing removed. We want the mountain to disappear. And sometimes that works. But sometimes the mountain is too big to move all at once. Trying to remove it in one go can feel impossible, overwhelming, and exhausting. So what if we looked at the mountain differently? What if instead of trying to move the whole mountain, we started chipping away at it? One day you chip one side. Anot

I was listening to Supernanny in the background when something caught my attention. A mum wanted to stop breastfeeding her child. The child was older, and although breastfeeding had been something meaningful for them, she had reached a point where it was affecting her daily life. She wanted to have time to do other things, including her house duties, but she felt stuck. She was torn. She didn’t know how to stop. She didn’t want her child to feel rejected. And then she said so

First, it’s important to understand that a health coach is not a counsellor or therapist unless they also hold those additional qualifications. In my case, I am not a counsellor or therapist. I have a diploma in psychology, a Level 2 qualification in counselling skills, and a background as a pharmacist, which helps me understand medications often used to support mental health. Alongside this, I have training as a health coach which is based on helping people improve their hea

We live in a world full of health information—yet health outcomes are not improving as we would expect. People are still struggling with consistency, unsure where to start, and often overwhelmed by conflicting advice. Add to that limited support at home, work environments filled with unhealthy options, and social norms that don’t prioritise wellbeing—it’s no surprise many feel stuck. But there’s another factor we don’t often talk about: Humility. Are We Open to Help? How many

Stress often comes when we expect something to go a certain way and it doesn’t. It can also happen when we feel threatened, unsafe, disappointed, or unseen. In church settings, this can feel even heavier because many people expect church to be the safest place. This is why “church hurt” has become such a common conversation. Church hurt happens when someone is wounded by another person within a church or Christian setting. Sadly, it is more common than many would like to admi

When you have an underlying condition—whether it’s hypertension, diabetes, fibroids, endometriosis, sickle cell, kidney disease, IBS, or even mental health challenges—stress is never “just stress.” Stress affects the whole body. It changes hormones, raises inflammation, weakens immunity, affects sleep, and makes symptoms worse. For every chronic illness there is, unmanaged stress can quietly make things harder. The impact to your quality life is often unpredictable. Condition

Stress Awareness Month: Penultimate Post Stress has a way of taking over everything—your thoughts, your energy, your sleep, your appetite, your patience, and even your decision-making. When stress levels stay high for too long, your body remains in a constant state of alert, which affects your health, increases inflammation, impacts hormones, and makes it harder to think clearly or respond well to everyday life. That is why, especially during stressful seasons, it is importan

When your HPA axis (your stress response system) is out of balance, the signs can show up in many ways—some even seem contradictory. Common signs include: Allergies (environmental, food, chemical) Anxiety, apathy, depression, panic attacks Chronic fatigue (especially mornings or after stress) Sleep disturbances (insomnia, waking) Poor concentration, memory loss Decreased immunity, frequent colds Craving salty foods Low blood pressure Hot flushes, early perimenopause/menopause

“I don’t really get stressed—I just go with the flow.” It sounds calm, grounded… even admirable. And in many ways, it is. Being flexible, adaptable, and able to take things as they come is a strength. But the real question is: is your body in agreement? it's ok to be stressed, you are human. Stress Isn’t Just a Feeling You may not feel stressed, but your body might still be responding to stress behind the scenes . Stress is not just emotional—it’s physical. When triggered, y

Disclaimer This article provides general guidance. If you have any health concerns, are on medication, or are considering supplements, please consult your healthcare professional. Any recommendations here do not replace personalised advice you may have already been given. Stress Isn’t Just in Your Mind—It’s in Your Body Every time you feel stressed, your body shifts into “fight or flight” mode . Your heart rate increases, breathing changes, and your body releases energy (gluc

Stress Awareness Month If you’re honest… where are you on this scale? 1–10: Are you doing too much? (10 = yes, absolutely. 1 = not really) I saw a video of a mum saying,“I’ll rest after this…” She finishes one task… then starts another. Again—“I’ll rest after this.” And it keeps going. One comment said: “I've done this and next thing it’s 5am.” For many busy professionals who may also be moms, dads, caregivers of elderly parents…that’s not far from reality. The Truth About St

We’re now in the second quarter of the year. I'm going to ask a question I hate because people often don't share the truth when it's asked. But in the context of health it is important to ask. How are you really doing? You may feel like you’re on track… or like things haven’t quite gone to plan. But how we feel can sometimes mislead us. The body often gives quiet signals that tell a more honest story—and more importantly, show us what to adjust. 🟪 Quick Health Score Chec

"How can you help with eating healthy when you're not a nutritionist? The simplest way I can explain this is: Think about teaching a child to tie their shoelaces. You guide them through the principles, support them as they try, and with practice, they learn to do it themselves. Eventually, they don’t need you—but they carry the skill for life. That’s exactly how I support clients with their eating. 1. Starting with what you already know Most people already know the basics of