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.
“You’re Not Broken: Understanding Loneliness and Finding Your Way Back”
by Sandra Natus
Understanding Loneliness
It can arrive quietly slipping in during life’s transitions, settling in at the heart of a relationship, or showing up unexpectedly in the middle of a busy day. Sometimes it’s a subtle ache: a craving for deeper conversation, a quiet sense of being misunderstood, or a disconnection you can’t quite name.
Life/ work balance
by Marina Arutyunyan
In today’s hyper-connected world, the lines between our personal and professional lives are blurrier than ever. While ambition and dedication are admirable, a constant hustle without pause can lead to burnout, stress, and reduced productivity.
Boundaries
by Marina Arutyunyan
Why Boundaries Are Essential for a Healthy, Empowered Life
In a world that often praises selflessness, many of us — especially empaths — grow up believing that putting others first is always the “right” thing to do.
A friend recently shared a thought that stuck with me: “There aren’t enough posts that normalise change.”
by Patrycja Janik
It’s true. We often see content that motivates or encourages change, but rarely do we see messages that simply say:
“It’s okay to want something different.”
So, let’s talk about it.
Coaching as a Coming Out: Why Queer People Need Space to Imagine Bigger
by Owain Gwynfryn
By Owain Gwynfryn
Coming out isn’t always a one-time thing. For many of us in the LGBTQ+ community, it’s something we do over and over — with family, friends, colleagues, and sometimes even with ourselves.
When Success Starts to Feel Like a Trap: The Burnout You Didn’t See Coming
by Owain Gwynfryn
By Owain Gwynfryn
We’re told success is the goal. Build the business, make the money, tick the boxes. And if you’re anything like I was — driven, focused, always pushing forward — you probably did all of that.
The Power of Starting Again: Why Reinvention Isn’t Just Possible — It’s Essential
by Owain Gwynfryn
By Owain Gwynfryn
At 41, I’ve already lived what feels like several different lives. I’ve run a busy chiropractic clinic, retrained as a professional opera singer, and now work as a life and business coach.
I rarely write about changing one job for another, but maybe I should.
by Patrycja Janik
Because whether you're switching industries, aiming for a more senior role, or simply seeking a better fit, these transitions are just as complex, meaningful, and courageous as starting your own business.
What if I told you confidence comes after action - not before?
by Patrycja Janik
So many women I work with tell me the same thing:
“I just don’t feel confident enough yet - maybe once I’ve done X, Y, Z…”
But the truth is, that confidence you’re waiting for?
It’s not a prerequisite.
Feeling stuck building your idea alongside your 9-5? Start here!
by Patrycja Janik
I work with a lot of women who are in the early stages of building something new, while still working in their current job.
It’s one of the most common (and often safest) ways to explore a career shift or start a business.
How Long Does It Take to See Results from Coaching?
by George Wilse
If you’re considering coaching, one of the biggest questions you might have is:
How long before I see real results?
At Sustainable Life Coach, we’ve helped clients achieve life-changing transformations, and while the timeline varies for everyone, there are key factors that determine how quickly progress happens.
Did you know that The World Health Organization recognises Self-Awareness as one of 10 life skills that promotes well-being across all cultures?
by Colette Owen
Have you ever walked away from a conversation thinking, 'Why did I say that?' or realised later that your mood affected your decisions more than you thought? That’s where self-awareness comes in."
Self-Awareness is the ability to understand your thoughts, emotions, behaviours and how they align with your values and how others perceive you.