Who Do You Want To Become?
by George Wilse
You’ve reached a point where another qualification or late-night email won’t solve the real challenge.
The bigger question is this:
Who do you want to be, both as a leader and as a person?
Many of the ambitious leaders and entrepreneurs I work with know they’re capable of more, yet feel weighed down by doubt, overthinking, or the sense that something is missing.
Fail your way to success
by Helena Chan
Failure. Just the word can make our stomachs knot. We grow up taught to avoid it, to treat it as proof that we’ve fallen short. But what if failure isn’t the enemy? What if it’s simply data—feedback that helps us grow, refine, and keep moving?
Think about learning to do anything new—whether it’s baking bread, trying a new sport, or presenting to a room full of people.
Why you feel stuck (and what to do about it)
by Claire Williams
We’ve all been there. Struggling to get out of bed on a Monday morning, feeling sluggish, lacking motivation and realising every day has started to feel like a repeat of the last. When this happens we often suspect something needs to change, but not know what the problem is or how to resolve it.
The Invitation: A Reflection on Living Authentically
by Helena Chan
Some words seem to land in us differently depending on where we are in life. We can return to them again and again, and each time they reveal something new. For me, The Invitation by Oriah Mountain Dreamer is one of those pieces.
Goals and The Why
by Jacqui Allerton
One thing that I have learned on my Time Management journey, one thing that stands out above everything else, is the importance of goals. Setting goals for your life takes a lot of thinking about. You should take your time over this activity, as I did.
Creating Space for Clarity, Confidence and Change
by Carol Broome
Life can sometimes feel like a constant swirl of responsibilities, decisions and expectations. Work, family, friendships and personal goals all compete for our time and energy. In the middle of it all, it is easy to lose touch with ourselves.
Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Elizabeth Sherrell-Davis is Empowering Women & Transforming Lives
by Dr. Elizabeth Sherrell Davis
Dr. Elizabeth Sherrell-Davis is guided by service and purpose. Her career has been shaped by a strong commitment to helping others advance through education and wellness, often working with women as they navigate key life and career transitions.
Authenticity Is Evolving: Rethinking What It Means to ‘Be Yourself’
by George Wilse
What if “being yourself” isn’t the highest form of leadership?
It’s a popular phrase “Just be authentic” but when held too tightly, it can actually hold leaders back.
Authenticity Is Not a Fixed Trait
The version of you that was once authentic may no longer fit the role you’re in or the responsibilities you now carry.
What Is Transformative Coaching? (And How It Can Help You Feel More You)
by Viki Jackson
Maybe you’ve read the books, listened to the podcasts, tried the journaling thing. All of it can help (and I’ve done loads of it myself!). But sometimes you reach a point where you want something a bit different.
Struggling with past Trauma
by Marina Arutyunyan
Healing the Past: Gentle Steps for Moving Through Trauma
Past trauma can quietly shape our thoughts, emotions, relationships, and even physical health. For many, it feels like carrying an invisible weight — one that appears unexpectedly in everyday moments.
Finding Your Right Balance
by Colette Owen
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the demands of modern life?
With the arrival of the summer holiday season, now is an ideal time to reflect on how we can achieve a better balance in our lives.
Why Coaching?
by Charlotte Tennant
There’s a lot of noise around personal growth these days, 5 step plans for greatness, morning routines to fix your life, and manifest your-dream-boat style messaging. Life coaching is often lumped in with this woo woo pseudo-science way of seeing things.
How do I know If Coaching is Right for me?
by George Wilse
If you’re feeling stuck, uncertain, or struggling to reach your full potential, you may have wondered if a coach could help. Sustainable Life Coach provides expert guidance, accountability, and strategies to help you break through barriers and achieve meaningful progress.
Red Flags for Empaths in the Workplace & How to Protect Your Energy
by Marina Arutyunyan
So let’s try and uncover some of the potential red flags in the office
Common Workplace Red Flags for Empaths
1. Emotional Drain After Interactions
You consistently feel exhausted, anxious, or low after conversations with certain colleagues or managers.
The 5 Most Common Limiting Beliefs (And How to Overcome Them)
by George Wilse
We all carry a few quiet stories that tell us who we are and what we’re capable of. Some push us forward. Others hold us back.
Limiting beliefs fall into the second group — and they show up more often than we realize.
How to Identify Your Strengths — And Actually Use Them to Perform Better
by George Wilse
Most people can list a few of their strengths. But knowing them and using them to your advantage? Two different things.
At Sustainable Life Coach, many One-to-One Coaching clients arrive saying:
“I know I’m capable… I just don’t feel like I’m performing at my best.
Feeling Pulled in Every Direction? Here's a Way to Find Yourself Again
by George Wilse
It was our second to last session…
My client joined late—again. Flustered. Apologetic. She sat down, took a breath, and said, “I’m barely making it to these. Everything is non-stop.
How to Stop Self-Sabotage and Manage Anxious Attachment
by George Wilse
If you’ve ever felt like you’re holding yourself back just when things start to go well, you’re not alone. Self-sabotage and anxious attachment often show up together – especially in high-achievers who crave connection but fear rejection or failure.
Being authentically ourselves
by Kath Cheer
June is Pride month and Ageing Without Apology month. These both resonate with me and encourage me to reflect on the importance of accepting and being true to who we are.
In another life (or so it seems) I wanted to ‘just be normal’.
Have you ever wondered why Smith is one of the most common surnames in English-speaking countries?
by Patrycja Janik
It goes all the way back to the Middle Ages, when your job didn’t just describe you. It named you. Blacksmith, silversmith, locksmith. Your occupation was such a core part of your identity, it followed you into your family tree.