The Hidden Cost Of People-Pleasing
by Sharn Somasiri
People-pleasing often starts as survival. As children, we learn that keeping others happy keeps us safe, emotionally and/or physically. As adults, those patterns become hardwired responses driven by the brain’s desire to avoid conflict, rejection, or discomfort.
How Burnout Sneaks Up on You And How to Reverse It
by Sharn Somasiri
Burnout rarely arrives in one dramatic moment. It creeps in gradually, often so quietly that you don’t notice the decline until your energy, motivation, or identity feels like it’s slipped away.
Burnout is a nervous-system condition, not a mindset issue.
Anxiety Isn’t The Enemy, It’s Your Body Sending You A Signal
by Sharn Somasiri
For most people, anxiety feels like something to be defeated, a malfunction in the brain, an inconvenience or a weakness to hide. However, anxiety is not a sign that you’re broken or weak. It is actually a biological communication system designed to protect you.
From stuck to success!
by Lisa Hinds
Do you feel as though you cannot move forward? As if life is passing you by and your stuck in a loop? Are negative thoughts patterns and behaviors holding you back?
I believe we all have the answers we are looking for within us, and just need support and guidance to discover what they are.
Do You Hide in the World — or in Yourself?
by Jorge Lara
We all have ways of coping. Some of us turn inward, into our thoughts, emotions, and reflections. Others turn outward—into constant activity, socializing, productivity, or distraction.
But what happens when either way becomes a hiding place? When being too inward makes the world feel distant—or when being too outward makes us strangers to ourselves?
This post explores the balance (or imbalance) between our inner and outer lives, and how we might reconnect with both.
Learning to Work with Uncertainty
by Colette Owen
Like many people, I prefer to:
• see where I’m going
• know how I will get there
• take in the scenery as I go
• have a sense of how long the journey will take
• and understand what happens when I arrive.
When Excellence Becomes Exhaustion
by George Wilse
The Hidden Cost of “Doing Everything Right”
Emily ran a growing consultancy in London. Her days were long but successful: happy clients, solid income, glowing feedback.
Yet each night, she replayed her day-every word, every decision-wondering if she’d done enough.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.