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Coaching for Real Life,

not a Perfect Life

No changing your life by Monday.

Just meaningful, sustainable changes,

that still work on a busy Tuesday.

“The day you plant the seed is not the day you eat the fruit.”

I’ve been thinking about this, today, as I’ve finished working with a ‘Spring Reset’ client.

Often people don’t need a whole new life. They just need enough space to hear themselves again. That’s where the practical side of my coaching comes in.

Together, we create some space, get clear on what’s actually going on, and work out practical changes that fit your real life.

I don’t believe in changing your life by Monday. I believe in making changes that still work on a busy Tuesday.

Because coaching isn’t really about what happens in our sessions. It’s about what happens when real life kicks back in.

📝 When the to-do list is endless.
🙋 When someone asks one more thing of you.
🔄 When old habits would be easier.
🚫 Saying no without guilt.
☕ Taking five minutes with your coffee.
📧 Finally sending the email you’ve been avoiding.
🤝 Asking for help.
🛡️ Protecting the boundary you promised yourself you’d keep.
🌿 Choosing good enough instead of chasing perfect.

It’s NEVER about perfection, just small, sustainable changes that - over time - can make a big difference.

And that’s exactly why I love this work.

Laura xx

Ps thanks to @amberstextiles for the amazing inspo 🙌🏻🥰

“The day you plant the seed is not the day you eat the fruit.”

I’ve been thinking about this, today, as I’ve finished working with a ‘Spring Reset’ client.

Often people don’t need a whole new life. They just need enough space to hear themselves again. That’s where the practical side of my coaching comes in.

Together, we create some space, get clear on what’s actually going on, and work out practical changes that fit your real life.

I don’t believe in changing your life by Monday. I believe in making changes that still work on a busy Tuesday.

Because coaching isn’t really about what happens in our sessions. It’s about what happens when real life kicks back in.

📝 When the to-do list is endless.
🙋 When someone asks one more thing of you.
🔄 When old habits would be easier.
🚫 Saying no without guilt.
☕ Taking five minutes with your coffee.
📧 Finally sending the email you’ve been avoiding.
🤝 Asking for help.
🛡️ Protecting the boundary you promised yourself you’d keep.
🌿 Choosing good enough instead of chasing perfect.

It’s NEVER about perfection, just small, sustainable changes that - over time - can make a big difference.

And that’s exactly why I love this work.

Laura xx

Ps thanks to @amberstextiles for the amazing inspo 🙌🏻🥰

This morning, I overheard my youngest son repeat one of my favourite sayings, and it stopped me in my tracks...

There's something so powerful about hearing your own words reflected back at you.

But, it made me question whether I still believe it.

How much of what we're waiting for actually requires us to take the first step?

Swipe through and let me know what you think:

Do good things come to those who wait?

Or to those who act?

As always, I'd love to hear your thoughts.

Laura x

This morning, I overheard my youngest son repeat one of my favourite sayings, and it stopped me in my tracks...

There's something so powerful about hearing your own words reflected back at you.

But, it made me question whether I still believe it.

How much of what we're waiting for actually requires us to take the first step?

Swipe through and let me know what you think:

Do good things come to those who wait?

Or to those who act?

As always, I'd love to hear your thoughts.

Laura x

I met a friend for brunch, today. When I say friend, what I really mean is a soul sister 🥰

We had our favourite avocado and feta on sourdough. I’m OBSESSED with this btw @threesistersfulwood - please don’t ever take it off the menu

We’re both May babies and exchanged belated birthday gifts…

Unknowingly, we’d both gone for the book accompanied by chocolate theme 📕 🍫

I can confirm the chocolate biscuits are amazing @marksandspencerfood and I very begrudgingly shared a couple with my boys, in celebration of the start of half-term

My heart feels full 💝

I met a friend for brunch, today. When I say friend, what I really mean is a soul sister 🥰

We had our favourite avocado and feta on sourdough. I’m OBSESSED with this btw @threesistersfulwood - please don’t ever take it off the menu

We’re both May babies and exchanged belated birthday gifts…

Unknowingly, we’d both gone for the book accompanied by chocolate theme 📕 🍫

I can confirm the chocolate biscuits are amazing @marksandspencerfood and I very begrudgingly shared a couple with my boys, in celebration of the start of half-term

My heart feels full 💝

May the fourth be with you.

And a happy birthday to me.

Another year older, another year wiser 🤞🏻.

Forever grateful to have spent the day (and weekend) with loved ones.

So appreciative of thoughtful gifts that speak to my 💝.

May the fourth be with you.

And a happy birthday to me.

Another year older, another year wiser 🤞🏻.

Forever grateful to have spent the day (and weekend) with loved ones.

So appreciative of thoughtful gifts that speak to my 💝.

I’m making the most of this glorious blue sky, and the last of the daffodils, with my coffee this morning. I’m still very much enjoying my EB Hot Cross Bun mug too. I’m all over the place with my seasons this year (see my January post about Hot Cross Bun scoffing) and it’s liberating to break the ‘rules!’

Enjoy your Friday ☀️

Laura x

I’m making the most of this glorious blue sky, and the last of the daffodils, with my coffee this morning. I’m still very much enjoying my EB Hot Cross Bun mug too. I’m all over the place with my seasons this year (see my January post about Hot Cross Bun scoffing) and it’s liberating to break the ‘rules!’

Enjoy your Friday ☀️

Laura x

In a coaching session over the weekend, we found ourselves describing coaching as a bit like getting a new pair of prescription glasses.

For a while, you’ve been seeing the world through a particular lens.

It feels normal.
Familiar.
Good enough.

You don’t necessarily realise that your view has become slightly blurred, or that you’re missing some of the detail.

And then something shifts.

You try on a new lens.

Things feel clearer.
Sharper.
More in focus.

And you catch yourself thinking, was it always this blurry before?

That’s often what coaching creates. Not because anything has suddenly changed around you, but because your awareness has. And that’s the part we don’t always talk about…

Clarity can feel really uncomfortable.

Because when you start to see things more clearly, you also start to notice:

What isn’t working.
What you’ve been avoiding.
What might need to change.

It’s completely normal for that to bring up resistance. That doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. It usually means you’re getting closer to something meaningful.

This is something I’ve been working through with a client over the past few weeks. And it’s only now, around halfway through our time together, that things are starting to feel clear enough for her to take some small, meaningful steps forward.

Not huge changes.
Not overnight transformation.
Just baby steps.

At one point we found ourselves coming back to
“Rome wasn’t built in a day.” Everything she wants to create is her version of Rome. And these small steps are simply laying the first bricks.

And often, that’s what creates real, lasting change.

Seeing things clearly enough to take the next step…

and then the next.

Laura x

In a coaching session over the weekend, we found ourselves describing coaching as a bit like getting a new pair of prescription glasses.

For a while, you’ve been seeing the world through a particular lens.

It feels normal.
Familiar.
Good enough.

You don’t necessarily realise that your view has become slightly blurred, or that you’re missing some of the detail.

And then something shifts.

You try on a new lens.

Things feel clearer.
Sharper.
More in focus.

And you catch yourself thinking, was it always this blurry before?

That’s often what coaching creates. Not because anything has suddenly changed around you, but because your awareness has. And that’s the part we don’t always talk about…

Clarity can feel really uncomfortable.

Because when you start to see things more clearly, you also start to notice:

What isn’t working.
What you’ve been avoiding.
What might need to change.

It’s completely normal for that to bring up resistance. That doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. It usually means you’re getting closer to something meaningful.

This is something I’ve been working through with a client over the past few weeks. And it’s only now, around halfway through our time together, that things are starting to feel clear enough for her to take some small, meaningful steps forward.

Not huge changes.
Not overnight transformation.
Just baby steps.

At one point we found ourselves coming back to
“Rome wasn’t built in a day.” Everything she wants to create is her version of Rome. And these small steps are simply laying the first bricks.

And often, that’s what creates real, lasting change.

Seeing things clearly enough to take the next step…

and then the next.

Laura x

All logged off for Easter and kicking off the festivities with a much-anticipated M&S Extremely Lemony Hot Cross Bun, a coffee in my very apt EB Hot Cross Bun mug, and an episode of The Other Bennet Sister 😍

Wishing you all a lovely long weekend.

Laura.

All logged off for Easter and kicking off the festivities with a much-anticipated M&S Extremely Lemony Hot Cross Bun, a coffee in my very apt EB Hot Cross Bun mug, and an episode of The Other Bennet Sister 😍

Wishing you all a lovely long weekend.

Laura.

I’ve a busy coaching day ahead — 4 sessions booked in. Joyful World Book Day chaos this morning, plus a doctor’s appointment thrown in for good measure. After the school run, I managed to take 5 minutes and enjoy a coffee in the garden.

What a beautiful spring morning it is — my favourite kind. Still a touch of coolness in the air, but glorious sunshine. The spring bulbs are starting to open up and the birds are in high spirits with their chirping.

Just five quiet minutes. A little top-up of vitamin D, listening to the birds, and watching the steam s l o w l y rise from my hot coffee before the busyness of the day continues.

Sometimes five minutes is all it takes to reset.

I’m feeling nice and relaxed now — just need to pop on some lippy 💄 💋 (IYKYK) and I’m ready to continue with my busy day.

I’d love to hear about how you grab a quiet 5 minutes.

Laura x

I’ve a busy coaching day ahead — 4 sessions booked in. Joyful World Book Day chaos this morning, plus a doctor’s appointment thrown in for good measure. After the school run, I managed to take 5 minutes and enjoy a coffee in the garden.

What a beautiful spring morning it is — my favourite kind. Still a touch of coolness in the air, but glorious sunshine. The spring bulbs are starting to open up and the birds are in high spirits with their chirping.

Just five quiet minutes. A little top-up of vitamin D, listening to the birds, and watching the steam s l o w l y rise from my hot coffee before the busyness of the day continues.

Sometimes five minutes is all it takes to reset.

I’m feeling nice and relaxed now — just need to pop on some lippy 💄 💋 (IYKYK) and I’m ready to continue with my busy day.

I’d love to hear about how you grab a quiet 5 minutes.

Laura x

March ✔️
Sun is shining ✔️
Daffodils 🌼 are blooming ✔️
Washing drying on the line ✔️

Today is the perfect time to open up my popular Spring Reset programme.

I find that Spring is a good time to stop and reassess.

To look at what’s working, what isn’t, and where you actually want to focus your energy next. It’s a time to move from Pause to Purpose.

Spring Reset is for you if you want to:
– step back and take stock
– get clear on your priorities
– set a direction you feel confident about

No pressure to reinvent yourself.
No big promises of transformation.

Just space, clarity, and support to move forward in a way that makes sense for you.

If a reset feels useful right now, you can find the details via the link in my bio.

Laura x

March ✔️
Sun is shining ✔️
Daffodils 🌼 are blooming ✔️
Washing drying on the line ✔️

Today is the perfect time to open up my popular Spring Reset programme.

I find that Spring is a good time to stop and reassess.

To look at what’s working, what isn’t, and where you actually want to focus your energy next. It’s a time to move from Pause to Purpose.

Spring Reset is for you if you want to:
– step back and take stock
– get clear on your priorities
– set a direction you feel confident about

No pressure to reinvent yourself.
No big promises of transformation.

Just space, clarity, and support to move forward in a way that makes sense for you.

If a reset feels useful right now, you can find the details via the link in my bio.

Laura x

January, MY WAY.

I’ve skipped ahead to daffodils 🌼 and Hot Cross Buns.

Still haven’t opened my 2026 family organiser calendar.

And you know what, it feels good 😊!

Hot Cross Buns, what’s your fave, and how do you like them?

It’s tradition all the way for me, with lots of fridge-cold Lurpak. These were Waitrose ones and were very nice - lots of fruit!

Laura x

@lurpakuk @waitrose @emma_bridgewater

January, MY WAY.

I’ve skipped ahead to daffodils 🌼 and Hot Cross Buns.

Still haven’t opened my 2026 family organiser calendar.

And you know what, it feels good 😊!

Hot Cross Buns, what’s your fave, and how do you like them?

It’s tradition all the way for me, with lots of fridge-cold Lurpak. These were Waitrose ones and were very nice - lots of fruit!

Laura x

@lurpakuk @waitrose @emma_bridgewater

This year I have taken a couple of days holiday before our children break up from school, to try and get organised, and to also have a bit of quiet time before the Christmas shenanigans really ramp up!

My quiet time = planting some late tulip bulbs, and watching Alan & Amanda’s Spanish Christmas with a coffee and a couple of @marksandspencerfood Peppermint & Chocolate Dunkers 👌🏻.

I’ll officially sign off for Christmas now. Sending love to you and yours over the festive period.

Laura x

This year I have taken a couple of days holiday before our children break up from school, to try and get organised, and to also have a bit of quiet time before the Christmas shenanigans really ramp up!

My quiet time = planting some late tulip bulbs, and watching Alan & Amanda’s Spanish Christmas with a coffee and a couple of @marksandspencerfood Peppermint & Chocolate Dunkers 👌🏻.

I’ll officially sign off for Christmas now. Sending love to you and yours over the festive period.

Laura x

Today’s post is inspired by a chat with a friend about the busyness of the festive period, and how many plates we are spinning.

This time of year can make every task feel urgent, important, and impossible to ignore. Gifts to buy, food to prep, social plans, school activities, family commitments… plus the everyday life stuff that never stops.

This is where the ‘Eisenhower Matrix’ comes in - a deceptively simple tool first used by President Eisenhower, and later popularised by Stephen Covey in ‘The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.’

This is a priority matrix that helps us sort tasks based on importance and urgency, so we can move from frantic reactivity to intentional, values-led choices.

If your brain is buzzing, try using this matrix to bring some calm back into the season - see image for my quickly penned, slightly tweaked version.

* First write down everything - festive tasks, life admin, emotional load, all of it.

* Then step away. Make a brew, fold some laundry, take a moment.

* Come back and sort each item into the four boxes:

🔴 Do First – tasks/activities that are genuinely urgent and important.

🟠 Schedule - tasks/activities that are important, but not urgent.

🟢 Delegate - things that need doing, but not necessarily by you.

🟡 Don’t Do - things that don’t truly matter (even if they’ve ‘always’ been done).

And here’s the Christmas twist…

During this season, it’s easy to treat everything as urgent and important, but not everything is urgent, and not everything is important.

Alongside focusing on what truly needs to happen, ask yourself:

✨ What can I lovingly let go of this year?

The traditions that cause stress, the tasks that drain you, the expectations you’re carrying alone - they’re allowed to move into the ‘Ditch’ box.

This exercise helps you:

✔️ Organise your tasks.

✔️ Reduce festive overwhelm.

✔️ See clearly what actually matters.

✔️ Release the pressure to ‘do it all.’

This season doesn’t need you to do it all - it needs you to be well.

Do yourself a favour, spend 10 mins of your week completing the matrix to lighten your load, and to enjoy the parts of the festive period that matter the most.

Laura x

Today’s post is inspired by a chat with a friend about the busyness of the festive period, and how many plates we are spinning.

This time of year can make every task feel urgent, important, and impossible to ignore. Gifts to buy, food to prep, social plans, school activities, family commitments… plus the everyday life stuff that never stops.

This is where the ‘Eisenhower Matrix’ comes in - a deceptively simple tool first used by President Eisenhower, and later popularised by Stephen Covey in ‘The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.’

This is a priority matrix that helps us sort tasks based on importance and urgency, so we can move from frantic reactivity to intentional, values-led choices.

If your brain is buzzing, try using this matrix to bring some calm back into the season - see image for my quickly penned, slightly tweaked version.

* First write down everything - festive tasks, life admin, emotional load, all of it.

* Then step away. Make a brew, fold some laundry, take a moment.

* Come back and sort each item into the four boxes:

🔴 Do First – tasks/activities that are genuinely urgent and important.

🟠 Schedule - tasks/activities that are important, but not urgent.

🟢 Delegate - things that need doing, but not necessarily by you.

🟡 Don’t Do - things that don’t truly matter (even if they’ve ‘always’ been done).

And here’s the Christmas twist…

During this season, it’s easy to treat everything as urgent and important, but not everything is urgent, and not everything is important.

Alongside focusing on what truly needs to happen, ask yourself:

✨ What can I lovingly let go of this year?

The traditions that cause stress, the tasks that drain you, the expectations you’re carrying alone - they’re allowed to move into the ‘Ditch’ box.

This exercise helps you:

✔️ Organise your tasks.

✔️ Reduce festive overwhelm.

✔️ See clearly what actually matters.

✔️ Release the pressure to ‘do it all.’

This season doesn’t need you to do it all - it needs you to be well.

Do yourself a favour, spend 10 mins of your week completing the matrix to lighten your load, and to enjoy the parts of the festive period that matter the most.

Laura x

Late night posting from me, but I’m feeling so joyful after tonight’s book club with @thelovelycowshed.

Tonight was our Christmas party and we celebrated with @dominos_uk pizza, the most amazing winter salad, and a murder mystery game, where I ended up being the murderer 🙈. Only one person guessed it was my character: 1/14 isn’t bad at all, so perhaps it’s am-dram for me in 2026! Such a joyful evening with loads of laughter 🤭.

Now off to bed with my Philippa Gregory book!

Laura x

Late night posting from me, but I’m feeling so joyful after tonight’s book club with @thelovelycowshed.

Tonight was our Christmas party and we celebrated with @dominos_uk pizza, the most amazing winter salad, and a murder mystery game, where I ended up being the murderer 🙈. Only one person guessed it was my character: 1/14 isn’t bad at all, so perhaps it’s am-dram for me in 2026! Such a joyful evening with loads of laughter 🤭.

Now off to bed with my Philippa Gregory book!

Laura x

This lunchtime, whilst sat underneath a beautiful pine tree, enjoying my coffee and book in the crisp, autumnal sunshine, I was reminded about a lecture that I attended last year. This was all about the impact of colour and light, and how they can support our wellbeing during the darker winter months. I’ll pin my original post, but here are some evidence-based top tips:

- A 20-minute walk – preferably in the morning – will support your circadian rhythm to stay regulated = improved sleep, metabolism, immune system, and mood.

- Ditch the sunglasses so you can absorb as much natural daylight as possible.

- Consider how you can absorb more natural daylight during the day (work by a window if you can and take breaks, where practical, outside).

- Consider the colour choices in your working environment, and the psychological and physiological impact of these. How might you be able to add splashes of colour that support your wellbeing.

You can find out more about these tips in my original pinned post ☺️ and, as always, I’d love to hear your tips and ideas too.

Laura x

This lunchtime, whilst sat underneath a beautiful pine tree, enjoying my coffee and book in the crisp, autumnal sunshine, I was reminded about a lecture that I attended last year. This was all about the impact of colour and light, and how they can support our wellbeing during the darker winter months. I’ll pin my original post, but here are some evidence-based top tips:

- A 20-minute walk – preferably in the morning – will support your circadian rhythm to stay regulated = improved sleep, metabolism, immune system, and mood.

- Ditch the sunglasses so you can absorb as much natural daylight as possible.

- Consider how you can absorb more natural daylight during the day (work by a window if you can and take breaks, where practical, outside).

- Consider the colour choices in your working environment, and the psychological and physiological impact of these. How might you be able to add splashes of colour that support your wellbeing.

You can find out more about these tips in my original pinned post ☺️ and, as always, I’d love to hear your tips and ideas too.

Laura x

One of my happy places. Who else LOVES paint shopping?

One of my happy places. Who else LOVES paint shopping?

Sometimes ‘success’ is tackling the mountain of ironing that’s been staring at you all week!

In my latest blog post (link in bio), I’m sharing how the ‘Ladder of Success’ can help you make progress towards your goals, one rung (and one frilly blouse!) at a time. I also share how different members of my family adapt this versatile tool to suit their preferences.

You don’t need giant leaps to move forward. Just start with one small step.

As always, I’d love to know what you think, and how you might use the Ladder of Success in your life.

Laura x

Sometimes ‘success’ is tackling the mountain of ironing that’s been staring at you all week!

In my latest blog post (link in bio), I’m sharing how the ‘Ladder of Success’ can help you make progress towards your goals, one rung (and one frilly blouse!) at a time. I also share how different members of my family adapt this versatile tool to suit their preferences.

You don’t need giant leaps to move forward. Just start with one small step.

As always, I’d love to know what you think, and how you might use the Ladder of Success in your life.

Laura x

CORE VALUES

Our values are like our inner compass and heavily influence our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. They guide us back to what matters most.

Some of you may have seen that I started a new book club this week via @thelovelycowshed and, in doing this, I was reminded how powerful it feels for me to do things that are in alignment with my core values. The experience prompted me to write a new blog post all about it. If you fancy a read, go to the link in my bio.

If you’ve been feeling a little out of sync, maybe it’s time to pause and check in with your own values.

- What moments make you feel most like you?

- What feels missing right now?

If you’re not sure where to start, that’s OK - I can help you with that.

Book a discovery call via the link in my bio.

As always, I'd love to hear from you - about your core values, and how you align your activities with these.

Laura x

CORE VALUES

Our values are like our inner compass and heavily influence our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. They guide us back to what matters most.

Some of you may have seen that I started a new book club this week via @thelovelycowshed and, in doing this, I was reminded how powerful it feels for me to do things that are in alignment with my core values. The experience prompted me to write a new blog post all about it. If you fancy a read, go to the link in my bio.

If you’ve been feeling a little out of sync, maybe it’s time to pause and check in with your own values.

- What moments make you feel most like you?

- What feels missing right now?

If you’re not sure where to start, that’s OK - I can help you with that.

Book a discovery call via the link in my bio.

As always, I'd love to hear from you - about your core values, and how you align your activities with these.

Laura x

SOUL SISTERS & A COFFEE RENOIR!

Today, I met my oldest friend @blmholistic for lunch and an afternoon of coffee, chat and deep conversation. I left her feeling supported, uplifted, re-energised, and very loved. It was just what I needed.

So here’s to beautiful friendships.
Old friendships.
New friendships.
Casual friendships.
Soul sister friendships.

…and a HUGE takeaway Coffee Renoir, which has defeated me!

Laura x

SOUL SISTERS & A COFFEE RENOIR!

Today, I met my oldest friend @blmholistic for lunch and an afternoon of coffee, chat and deep conversation. I left her feeling supported, uplifted, re-energised, and very loved. It was just what I needed.

So here’s to beautiful friendships.
Old friendships.
New friendships.
Casual friendships.
Soul sister friendships.

…and a HUGE takeaway Coffee Renoir, which has defeated me!

Laura x

On this last day of September, I’m soaking up the autumnal sunshine with a REALLY good coffee, and a triple chocolate chunk cookie in my bag, ready for tonight’s Bake Off theme: chocolate!

I’m feeling optimistic that October is going to be a great month! Bring on autumn, in full swing!

Laura x

On this last day of September, I’m soaking up the autumnal sunshine with a REALLY good coffee, and a triple chocolate chunk cookie in my bag, ready for tonight’s Bake Off theme: chocolate!

I’m feeling optimistic that October is going to be a great month! Bring on autumn, in full swing!

Laura x

LIFE ISN’T PERFECT

You may have seen from my recent stories that I’ve been gifted so many beautiful flowers recently, from wonderfully thoughtful and kind friends - my soul sisters. This is because this summer has been a tricky period for me.

I mentioned in a previous post, back in June, that there have been some significant changes for me professionally, within my internal coaching role, that have impacted me deeply. From a wellbeing perspective, I needed to take some time out and be really intentional about how, and where, I spent my energy. The unexpected loss of our beloved Labrador, Penny, has also been extremely tough.

However, I’m now feeling so much better and am making good progress. I also feel more at peace with Penny’s passing; I’m very spiritual and sense very strongly that she is still with us - there have been so many signs 🦋

I find, as a Life Coach, that people can assume I always have everything together. That’s not the case, because I’m human!

I’m not here to pretend life is perfect, and I bring that real and relatable approach to my work: down-to-earth professional coaching for real life, built on honesty, empathy, and lived experience.

So here’s to:
- real life.
- the mess.
- the ups and downs.
- emotional overload.
- small joys.
- hope.
- flowers.
- amazing friendships.
- soul sisters.

Laura x

LIFE ISN’T PERFECT

You may have seen from my recent stories that I’ve been gifted so many beautiful flowers recently, from wonderfully thoughtful and kind friends - my soul sisters. This is because this summer has been a tricky period for me.

I mentioned in a previous post, back in June, that there have been some significant changes for me professionally, within my internal coaching role, that have impacted me deeply. From a wellbeing perspective, I needed to take some time out and be really intentional about how, and where, I spent my energy. The unexpected loss of our beloved Labrador, Penny, has also been extremely tough.

However, I’m now feeling so much better and am making good progress. I also feel more at peace with Penny’s passing; I’m very spiritual and sense very strongly that she is still with us - there have been so many signs 🦋

I find, as a Life Coach, that people can assume I always have everything together. That’s not the case, because I’m human!

I’m not here to pretend life is perfect, and I bring that real and relatable approach to my work: down-to-earth professional coaching for real life, built on honesty, empathy, and lived experience.

So here’s to:
- real life.
- the mess.
- the ups and downs.
- emotional overload.
- small joys.
- hope.
- flowers.
- amazing friendships.
- soul sisters.

Laura x

Do any of these statements resonate with you?

How would you like to feel instead?

I’ll help you navigate life’s twists and turns — the ups and downs — with:

🌟 Clarity
🌿 Calm
💪 Confidence

💬 I offer a FREE 30-minute, no-obligation discovery session, so you can explore whether coaching is right for you. Link in bio.

Laura. x

Do any of these statements resonate with you?

How would you like to feel instead?

I’ll help you navigate life’s twists and turns — the ups and downs — with:

🌟 Clarity
🌿 Calm
💪 Confidence

💬 I offer a FREE 30-minute, no-obligation discovery session, so you can explore whether coaching is right for you. Link in bio.

Laura. x

BLACKBERRIES.

Blackberry picking - so simple, yet it brings me great JOY.

I LOVE it!

I also LOVE the crumble and custard that follows it.

July feels very early to be picking blackberries - I don’t think I’ve ever picked them this early before - but they were ripe, ready, and waiting, so off I went with my Tupperware boxes in tow!

Isn’t nature just wonderful!

Laura x

BLACKBERRIES.

Blackberry picking - so simple, yet it brings me great JOY.

I LOVE it!

I also LOVE the crumble and custard that follows it.

July feels very early to be picking blackberries - I don’t think I’ve ever picked them this early before - but they were ripe, ready, and waiting, so off I went with my Tupperware boxes in tow!

Isn’t nature just wonderful!

Laura x

Hello to you all. I’ve been quieter on here recently. I’m in the process of navigating a significant professional transition — the kind that really shakes things up and asks you to sit with the unknown for a while.

And truthfully, over these last few weeks, I’ve had to be really intentional about how I spend my energy, so I’ve focused on what’s needed and let the rest take a back seat.

In my experience, when you’re deep in change and transition, it’s easy to get caught up in the storm - the fog - and miss the flickers of joy and light filtering through. But, this morning, a few small things stood out to me — quiet, subtle reminders that great joy lies in the small things… when we are in the headspace to notice them. For me, this morning, these were:

💗 A really energising coaching session that reminded me exactly why I do what I do, and why I care about it so deeply.

⚽️ Our youngest son, racing through the front door, proudly showing off his first football kit for his new team.

🥖 My husband bringing home a freshly baked sourdough loaf, still warm from the oven, and some chocolate brownies ☺️.

💧And the glorious rain after a stiflingly warm few days.

This transition is still very much unfolding, and my coaching skills have never been more important; self-coaching has supported me to stay grounded — to meet the challenges with a bit more calm, a bit more curiosity, and to trust that growth is happening, even when it’s not glaringly obvious.

These joyful moments felt like flickers of light through the storm - through the fog - and reminded me of a quote that appeared in my feed right at the start of this period:

“Not all storms come to disrupt your life, some come to clear your path.” Paulo Coelho.

Sending love to you all, especially all of you who are navigating your own changes, challenges, and transitions currently.

Laura x

Hello to you all. I’ve been quieter on here recently. I’m in the process of navigating a significant professional transition — the kind that really shakes things up and asks you to sit with the unknown for a while.

And truthfully, over these last few weeks, I’ve had to be really intentional about how I spend my energy, so I’ve focused on what’s needed and let the rest take a back seat.

In my experience, when you’re deep in change and transition, it’s easy to get caught up in the storm - the fog - and miss the flickers of joy and light filtering through. But, this morning, a few small things stood out to me — quiet, subtle reminders that great joy lies in the small things… when we are in the headspace to notice them. For me, this morning, these were:

💗 A really energising coaching session that reminded me exactly why I do what I do, and why I care about it so deeply.

⚽️ Our youngest son, racing through the front door, proudly showing off his first football kit for his new team.

🥖 My husband bringing home a freshly baked sourdough loaf, still warm from the oven, and some chocolate brownies ☺️.

💧And the glorious rain after a stiflingly warm few days.

This transition is still very much unfolding, and my coaching skills have never been more important; self-coaching has supported me to stay grounded — to meet the challenges with a bit more calm, a bit more curiosity, and to trust that growth is happening, even when it’s not glaringly obvious.

These joyful moments felt like flickers of light through the storm - through the fog - and reminded me of a quote that appeared in my feed right at the start of this period:

“Not all storms come to disrupt your life, some come to clear your path.” Paulo Coelho.

Sending love to you all, especially all of you who are navigating your own changes, challenges, and transitions currently.

Laura x

In celebration of International Coaching Week, with permission, I'm sharing a takeaway from a fantastic individual that I am currently coaching.

Those of you that have followed me for a while will know that I'm a BIG lover of imagery and, where appropriate, use it in my coaching practise. This individual responds well to visual ideas and loves the use of imagery, analogy, and metaphors in our coaching sessions, as it supports them to articulate and process the complex thoughts and ideas in their head.

At the end of our session, I asked them what their key takeaway was. They replied: "analogies - they’re a fresh way for me to look at old problems."

In the short space of time that we’ve been working together (yesterday was our second coaching session, excluding their intro session), the shifts in their perspective, confidence and focus are palpable! They’ve taken to coaching like a duck to water and I'm loving working with them. Their passion and determination to achieve what they want and need in life and their career is inspiring and I feel privileged to partner with them on their journey.

Laura x

#internationalcoachingweek #icfcoach #freshperspective #professionalcoach #coaching #lifecoach

In celebration of International Coaching Week, with permission, I'm sharing a takeaway from a fantastic individual that I am currently coaching.

Those of you that have followed me for a while will know that I'm a BIG lover of imagery and, where appropriate, use it in my coaching practise. This individual responds well to visual ideas and loves the use of imagery, analogy, and metaphors in our coaching sessions, as it supports them to articulate and process the complex thoughts and ideas in their head.

At the end of our session, I asked them what their key takeaway was. They replied: "analogies - they’re a fresh way for me to look at old problems."

In the short space of time that we’ve been working together (yesterday was our second coaching session, excluding their intro session), the shifts in their perspective, confidence and focus are palpable! They’ve taken to coaching like a duck to water and I'm loving working with them. Their passion and determination to achieve what they want and need in life and their career is inspiring and I feel privileged to partner with them on their journey.

Laura x

#internationalcoachingweek #icfcoach #freshperspective #professionalcoach #coaching #lifecoach

The Power of Silence.

Honestly, how often are you silent? Or do you process things in silence?

Embrace the silence.
Gain focus.
Feel empowered.

The Power of Silence.

Honestly, how often are you silent? Or do you process things in silence?

Embrace the silence.
Gain focus.
Feel empowered.

Group Silent Coaching sessions are on the way. Scan the QR code or see link in bio to join the waiting list.

Silent Coaching is an introspective, no-pressure approach to coaching.

It’s great for individuals who are new to coaching, or for those who feel hesitant to open up.

It also works well for seasoned clients (coachees) who have experienced impactful traditional coaching and are keen to try a fresh, introspective approach.

This group session is a chance for you to privately:

*Pause, reset and reconnect with yourself and your inner wisdom.

*Reflect and gain clarity around your thoughts and insights.

*Process information and explore possible solutions snd strategies.

*Boost your sense of self-reliance and autonomy.

*Develop practical skills that support you to self-coach.

Discover the benefits of coaching your way.

No talking, no pressure.

As always, I'd love to hear what you think, or if you have any questions, please just get in touch.

Laura. x

#silentcoaching #lifecoach #professionalcoach #professionalcoaching #icfcoach

Group Silent Coaching sessions are on the way. Scan the QR code or see link in bio to join the waiting list.

Silent Coaching is an introspective, no-pressure approach to coaching.

It’s great for individuals who are new to coaching, or for those who feel hesitant to open up.

It also works well for seasoned clients (coachees) who have experienced impactful traditional coaching and are keen to try a fresh, introspective approach.

This group session is a chance for you to privately:

*Pause, reset and reconnect with yourself and your inner wisdom.

*Reflect and gain clarity around your thoughts and insights.

*Process information and explore possible solutions snd strategies.

*Boost your sense of self-reliance and autonomy.

*Develop practical skills that support you to self-coach.

Discover the benefits of coaching your way.

No talking, no pressure.

As always, I'd love to hear what you think, or if you have any questions, please just get in touch.

Laura. x

#silentcoaching #lifecoach #professionalcoach #professionalcoaching #icfcoach

Happy bank holiday to you all. It’s been a very busy few days for us, as it was our eldest son’s birthday on Saturday and mine yesterday. It’s been a weekend of fun and we’re drowning in birthday cake, but I’m not complaining!

Last Thursday, my husband and I put on our glad rags and attended a very special awards ceremony; this was through my internal coaching role in HE.

These were student-led awards, with students nominating staff that have had a positive impact on their experience. There were a number of categories and I’m told over 1200 nominations were received.

I was delighted to learn that I’d been shortlisted for my coaching role in the ‘Academic Support’ category; it felt particularly special as it was students that had taken the time to nominate me.

I didn’t come away with the award, but I still feel so proud to have been shortlisted, and to be flying the flag for professional, transformative coaching. It’s great to be seen, heard, and valued for my effort and commitment to supporting individuals to thrive in life, study, and career. It was also really nice to get dressed up!

I’d love to hear what you’ve been up to over the weekend. And I also wanted to say to keep your eyes peeled for more info about my new silent coaching offer.

Laura x

Happy bank holiday to you all. It’s been a very busy few days for us, as it was our eldest son’s birthday on Saturday and mine yesterday. It’s been a weekend of fun and we’re drowning in birthday cake, but I’m not complaining!

Last Thursday, my husband and I put on our glad rags and attended a very special awards ceremony; this was through my internal coaching role in HE.

These were student-led awards, with students nominating staff that have had a positive impact on their experience. There were a number of categories and I’m told over 1200 nominations were received.

I was delighted to learn that I’d been shortlisted for my coaching role in the ‘Academic Support’ category; it felt particularly special as it was students that had taken the time to nominate me.

I didn’t come away with the award, but I still feel so proud to have been shortlisted, and to be flying the flag for professional, transformative coaching. It’s great to be seen, heard, and valued for my effort and commitment to supporting individuals to thrive in life, study, and career. It was also really nice to get dressed up!

I’d love to hear what you’ve been up to over the weekend. And I also wanted to say to keep your eyes peeled for more info about my new silent coaching offer.

Laura x

One of my core values is transparency; with me, what you see is what you get, and I hope my Instagram page gives you a strong sense of who I am as a person.

All of my posts and stories have a strong personal connection, but I hope, today, that you will indulge me with an extra special post.

Yesterday, we celebrated a very special birthday… you may have guessed from the photograph that it was our beautiful Labrador’s birthday. Many of you will know from my bio that I am a Labrador lover and, Penny, our sweet-natured, loyal, patient, girl was 11 yesterday!

We feel so grateful to have had 11 joyous years with Penny; she’s still as youthful as ever and for that we are very grateful. She’s such a huge part of our lives and we all adore her 🥰. She’s experienced all the big milestones and life transitions with us, and accepted the changes without batting an eyelid. She truly is a dog in a million 😍.

So here’s a little appreciation post for Penny, who brings so much JOY to so many people.

One of my core values is transparency; with me, what you see is what you get, and I hope my Instagram page gives you a strong sense of who I am as a person.

All of my posts and stories have a strong personal connection, but I hope, today, that you will indulge me with an extra special post.

Yesterday, we celebrated a very special birthday… you may have guessed from the photograph that it was our beautiful Labrador’s birthday. Many of you will know from my bio that I am a Labrador lover and, Penny, our sweet-natured, loyal, patient, girl was 11 yesterday!

We feel so grateful to have had 11 joyous years with Penny; she’s still as youthful as ever and for that we are very grateful. She’s such a huge part of our lives and we all adore her 🥰. She’s experienced all the big milestones and life transitions with us, and accepted the changes without batting an eyelid. She truly is a dog in a million 😍.

So here’s a little appreciation post for Penny, who brings so much JOY to so many people.

Spring RESET Package - new coaching package now available.

I mentioned on my stories how I’d noticed an increase in bookings in recent days and I wondered whether this was connected to the time of year.

For me, Spring feels like a natural time to reset; the longer, brighter, days - alongside the emergence of spring flowers - embody a sense of renewal compared with the shorter, darker, colder, days of January; many centuries ago, New Year was celebrated on 25th March, which, symbolically, makes much more sense to me.

I was keen to get the thoughts of others and popped a poll on my stories; 100% agreed that March - and Spring - feel like such a great time to reset.

So, the 'Spring Reset Package' was born.

This package will support you to:

- Gain the clarity & momentum YOU need to focus on what really matters to YOU.

- Build confidence.

- Create a plan that empowers you to make the lasting, meaningful changes that you desire.

The season of renewal is here and NOW is the time to make the change.
I will with be beside you, you every step of the way.

For more information, see the link in m bio. As always, I’m happy to answer any questions / queries.

As I sign off, I invite you to consider:

* What would a 'Spring Reset' look like for you?

* How would a Spring Reset feel for you?

* What’s getting in the way of you implementing it?

Laura x

#springreset #lifecoaching #professionalcoaching #coachinguk #icfcoach

Spring RESET Package - new coaching package now available.

I mentioned on my stories how I’d noticed an increase in bookings in recent days and I wondered whether this was connected to the time of year.

For me, Spring feels like a natural time to reset; the longer, brighter, days - alongside the emergence of spring flowers - embody a sense of renewal compared with the shorter, darker, colder, days of January; many centuries ago, New Year was celebrated on 25th March, which, symbolically, makes much more sense to me.

I was keen to get the thoughts of others and popped a poll on my stories; 100% agreed that March - and Spring - feel like such a great time to reset.

So, the 'Spring Reset Package' was born.

This package will support you to:

- Gain the clarity & momentum YOU need to focus on what really matters to YOU.

- Build confidence.

- Create a plan that empowers you to make the lasting, meaningful changes that you desire.

The season of renewal is here and NOW is the time to make the change.
I will with be beside you, you every step of the way.

For more information, see the link in m bio. As always, I’m happy to answer any questions / queries.

As I sign off, I invite you to consider:

* What would a 'Spring Reset' look like for you?

* How would a Spring Reset feel for you?

* What’s getting in the way of you implementing it?

Laura x

#springreset #lifecoaching #professionalcoaching #coachinguk #icfcoach

CAREER PROGRESSION.

You may remember, recently, I shared a 'golden nugget' about the importance of making small moves. This was from Nate, who I have been coaching around his career progression.

For context, Nate came to coaching feeling frustrated and stuck with the progression process within his organisation.

With his permission, I'd like to share his testimonial that demonstrates how coaching has supported him to:

- Gain more clarity and understanding of his current position.
- Create a plan that will support his future career progression.

It's been a pleasure and a privilege coaching Nate these last few months and I wish him every success going forward.

If you're feeling stuck or frustrated in your career, or in any area of life, coaching will support you too.

Laura x

#careerprogression #lifecoach #lifecoaching #icfcoach #professionalcoach #professionalcoaching #careercoaching

CAREER PROGRESSION.

You may remember, recently, I shared a 'golden nugget' about the importance of making small moves. This was from Nate, who I have been coaching around his career progression.

For context, Nate came to coaching feeling frustrated and stuck with the progression process within his organisation.

With his permission, I'd like to share his testimonial that demonstrates how coaching has supported him to:

- Gain more clarity and understanding of his current position.
- Create a plan that will support his future career progression.

It's been a pleasure and a privilege coaching Nate these last few months and I wish him every success going forward.

If you're feeling stuck or frustrated in your career, or in any area of life, coaching will support you too.

Laura x

#careerprogression #lifecoach #lifecoaching #icfcoach #professionalcoach #professionalcoaching #careercoaching

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