The Inner Critic Gets Louder the Closer You Get
The voice that says you are not ready gets louder the closer you get to something that matters. Here is why, and how to keep moving anyway.
Posts on building confidence, self-worth and inner strength.

The voice that says you are not ready gets louder the closer you get to something that matters. Here is why, and how to keep moving anyway.

Confidence is something many women tell me they wish they had more of. They imagine it as something other people seem to naturally possess, the ability to make decisions easily, speak up without hesitation, and move forward without second-guessing themselves. But confidence doesn’t arrive fully formed one day. We grow it. If I wanted to …

The start of a new year can feel busy and a little intense as life ramps up again. Give yourself permission to ease in. Follow what feels right for you, not what you think you should be doing. Let your values lead the way. When your choices match what truly matters to you, confidence grows, …

Do you ever feel like you’re getting in your own way? That little voice whispering “What if I can’t… what if they don’t like it?” can slowly chip away at your confidence. Self-doubt sneaks in, makes you question your abilities, and leaves you feeling “not enough.” But here’s the truth: you ARE enough. And when …

I sense you out there, wandering if you have the potential or the possibility, that you can become everything you want to be, and that it’s okay to pursue the opportunities and possibilities that appear before you. How do you bridge that gap between where you see yourself now and the possibility your true potential …

Here’s how you can harness your unique abilities to excel: Embrace Your Uniqueness Each of us possesses a set of unique strengths and talents that sets us apart from the crowd. Instead of trying to fit into a mould or fix our shortcomings, let’s celebrate our differences and embrace what makes us truly exceptional. Confidence …

Transforming this upcoming year into Your Best Year Yet is a journey of self-realisation and intentional growth. It’s about aligning with the vision of your optimal self and cultivating the qualities that will propel you toward that vision. Craft your vision Visualise your dreams and aspirations vividly. Imagine a cinematic portrayal of the year ahead, …

Do you ever doubt yourself, question your abilities, or feel like you’re not “enough”? We’ve all been there, at some time. Self-doubt often shows up uninvited when we are making our most exciting plans. We second guess well-made intentions and thoughts of not being enough, or fear of failure can sabotage our progress. What thoughts …

So you have a vision for what you want to do in your life, and a fresh intent to move forward to make it happen. So what is getting in your way? It’s uncomfortable to ask because when we are honest, and move past the excuses it is often “our-self” or our thinking that can …

Be your own Valentine this month and gift yourself some love. Self- love is a choice. It’s about how you view yourself and how you treat yourself. Research has shown that self-love is associated with less anxiety and depression, the ability to bounce back from stress, a more optimistic outlook and healthy behaviour changes. Invest …