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“Love Is Of Such Potent Might”: Insights For Coaches

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This is the style of an animation still at night. A lighthouse with the traditional red and white stripe colouring is in the centre of the image on a small rocky island. Its light is shining brightly. Waves are crashing around the island. The sky is clear around the lighthouse but dark clouds in the sky at the edge of the image. The text reads: "For love is of such potent might That of misfortune it makes light." (John Barbour)

Today’s quote is: “For love is of such potent might, That of misfortune it makes light.” (John Barbour) Yesterday we looked at being kinder than necessary, today we turn our attention to love. Personally, I’ve found that in the realm of coaching, where transformation and growth are paramount, the essence of love emerges as a … Read more

A Coaching Invite To Be Kinder Than Is Necessary

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This image has a dreamlike golden glow about it. A tranquil stream runs throw the middle and out into the distance. On each side is lush grass with flowers mixed in. Rolling fields and tress are in the distance to the horizon, where the sun is setting. The text reads: "Shall we make a new rule of life from tonight: always to try to be a little kinder than is necessary?" (J.M. Barrie, The Little White Bird)

Today’s quote is: “Shall we make a new rule of life from tonight: always to try to be a little kinder than is necessary?” (J.M. Barrie, The Little White Bird) In the realm of coaching, where transformation and growth are paramount, kindness often emerges as a silent yet powerful force. J.M. Barrie’s quote invites us … Read more

What Does An Invisible Hippopotamus Have To Do With Coaching?

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A drawing of a hippopotamus sat facing us with his front legs together and back legs sprayed outwards. The hippo has pink patches on the underside of his back two feet, the part of his chest/belly that we can see, and pink inner ears. The text reads: "A hippopotamus can be made invisible in dark waters." (African proverb)

Today’s quote is a proverb: “A hippopotamus can be made invisible in dark waters.” (African proverb) It seems like basic common sense that if you are in the habitat of a dangerous wild animal, then it is wise to be aware and respectful of their potential presence. I have a healthy respect for hippopotamus’ but … Read more

Being Open to New Thinking: Unlocking Potential

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A grey background where a lightbulb is drawn in the centre of the image. It is the old-fashioned filament style lightbulb with a screw in design fastening at the bottom. Around the outside of the lightbulb are splodges of blues, yellows, reds and greens all merging into each other - just like ink had been dropped into water creating a marbling effect. Drawn on top of these colours are little random diagrams and doodles which do not seem to be anything specifically recognisable. The text reads: "Your current thinking got you here. Only new thinking will get you out." (Robert G. Allen)

Today’s quote is: “Your current thinking got you here. Only new thinking will get you out,” (Robert G. Allen) As discussed in yesterday’s post, change is an inevitable aspect of life, a constant force that shapes our experiences and propels us forward on our journey. Today, let’s look at the challenge of navigating change while … Read more

Shine Bright: Navigating the Storms of Life with Authenticity

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This image is in a watercolour style. There is a green landscape at the bottom where a human figure is stood with their back to us with both their arms raised upwards. Tiny flecks of a golden yellow seem to be radiating out from this individual into the sky. The sky is oranges and reds blending into purple with some clouds. A rainbow is forming and goes out of sight at the top of the image. The text reads: "Be thou the rainbow to the storms of life, The evening beam that smiles the clouds away, And tints tomorrow with prophetic ray!"(Lord Byron)

Happy Wednesday! Apparently in the US today is Find a Rainbow day, so this seemed the time to have this quote as the quote of the day: “Be thou the rainbow to the storms of life, The evening beam that smiles the clouds away, And tints tomorrow with prophetic ray!”(Lord Byron) At its core, this … Read more

Beyond Belief: Discovering Freedom in Thought

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A hen is heavy over a long distance. 600 x 400

Happy Tuesday! Today’s quote is a proverb: “A hen is heavy over a long distance.” (Irish proverb) At first glance, when we take this proverb literally, it makes sense that if we carry anything over a long period of time then it does indeed seem to get heavier. The first memory that sprang to my … Read more

The Adaptability of a Plan: Embracing Uncertainty with Ease

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Any plan is bad which is not susceptible of change. 600 x 400

Happy Monday! Today’s quote is: “Any plan is bad which is not susceptible of change.” (Bartholomew of San Concordio) I’ve got a course coming up in a few months where the organisers offer the option of attending virtually or in person. For this particular event, the current plan is that I attend in person. However, … Read more