Ask me how to find more energy so you can focus on the things that really matter to you, and the answer I give might surprise you. At One of many our Soft Power principle number one is “First, replenish your energy” – and as a doctor, you might expect me to advocate eight hours […]
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How to lead through a crisis
In the past few years, I think all of us have been called to step up and lead through a crisis of one kind or another. Whether unofficially with your family, your community, your team – or in an official leadership position of some kind – those of us with the capacity to inspire others […]
From Skeptic to Changemaker: How Tabitha built a clinic that’s transforming lives
When Dr. Tabitha Morrison first heard about One of many, she wasn’t convinced. “I honestly thought it was some kind of cult,” she laughs. “There was Jo, the charismatic leader, the ‘sacred text,’ the conga line… I sat there thinking, what on earth have I signed up for?” But behind the humor, Tabitha was at […]
How to shift your energy
How often has this happened to you? You’re in your successful woman, save-the-world, I-can-do-it-all mode at work. And when you come home, with no chance to shift your energy, you end up running your dinner and evening like it’s another quarterly meeting. No sooner has your partner shared a frustration with their day than you’ve […]
Emotional Hygiene: The daily practice that keeps you clear, clean and calm
In today’s world, where there’s always something demanding our attention, it’s easy to forget one simple truth – our emotions need care, just like our body does. I call this emotional hygiene. Think of it as your daily emotional shower. Just as you wouldn’t go days without brushing your teeth (I hope!) emotional hygiene is […]
The most important question to ask yourself
The most important question to ask yourself if you want to create change might not be what you think. Most of us focus on what it is we want to DO. But there’s a shift that needs to happen before we take any kind of action. One that makes all the difference to how effective […]
The mental load isn’t invisible. It’s just ignored.
You know that feeling. You’ve remembered the birthdays. Filled in the school forms. Ordered the client gifts. Packed the PE kit. You’ve managed the calendar, the meals, the mood in the room – sometimes with a kind smile, sometimes with gritted teeth. And still, the feedback comes in: “You’re so organised.” “You’re amazing.” “Honestly, I […]
3 reasons women put our health last
We all do it. Whether it’s putting off getting that little niggle checked out by a specialist, pushing through another cold because you “don’t have time to get ill” or simply living life in a permanent state of semi-dehydration… many, many of us women put our health last. Why? Well, each of us are different. […]
When you can’t express emotions easily
If you’re someone everyone relies on, you probably know what it’s like to keep your emotions in check. Team blowing up and a big deadline to meet? Time to smooth things over and play the diplomat. Partner furious that you’re working through the weekend yet again? Swallow your frustration and reassure them you’re not going […]
The Importance of Building Community
The Superwoman myth promotes the idea of hyper-independence, but true strength lies in community and collaboration. In Superwoman: Escaping the Myth, I share stories and insights on the power of community support. Building a network of like-minded women can provide the encouragement and resources needed to thrive both personally and professionally. The Isolation of Superwoman […]
How to boost your team’s wellbeing
To understand how to boost your team’s wellbeing, you’ve got to start with you. You probably know that already, right? When you show up for work feeling angry, sluggish or fed up, you see the impact on those around you pretty fast. Not to mention the arguments that blow up with your partner when you’ve […]
How to stop worrying what people think
Do you find yourself worrying what people think of you? We’ve all been there – that sudden paralysis of panic when we think back to a conversation, an email or a message. “Did I come across as I meant to?” we ask ourselves, sweaty-palmed. “Did they think I was being weird/loud/arrogant/fake/stupid?” It can be tough […]
What to do if you’re lonely
Do you ever feel lonely? For many women, a feeling that no-one really “sees” who we are is one that looms ever larger in our lives these days. And yet – we’re surrounded by people. Our colleagues, families, friends, partners… from the outside, you’d never guess how many of us feel isolated and alone. So […]
Are you already coaching?
A surprising number of women, whether or not they’re interested in pursuing coaching as a career, already use some fundamental coaching skills in their day to day lives – often without realising they’re doing it. Are you one of them? Today I’m going to share 3 ways to find out if you’re already coaching people […]
The problem with gratitude
We all know about the importance of gratitude, right? Even in your darkest moments, you’ve probably found things to be thankful for. A tiny flower bursting through a crack in the pavement, a smile from a stranger, the perfect cup of tea, a roof over your head… you know the drill. But what if there […]
The practise of devoted listening
I truly believe we could change the world if we all just listened better. Deeply. With reverence. To the humanity, challenges, hopes and dreams of those around us. Yes we need action too. But in order to take right action we need to deeply listen. In this extract from a recent workshop, I teach our […]
How your vulnerability is your strength
Let’s talk about vulnerability. If you’ve ever looked around and thought, “Everyone else seems to be doing better than me,” you’re not alone. Today, I want to explore why that’s rarely true, what keeps us from admitting our struggles, and how being honest about what’s really going on can be a radical source of power […]
Why is burnout more common in the helping professions?
You’ve probably heard of burnout – if you haven’t suffered from it yourself, you’ll no doubt know someone who has. It’s especially common among those in caring roles. Figures in the UK suggest almost 25% of healthcare workers will experience burnout. Not to mention the hundreds of other helping professionals like coaches, teachers, and carers. […]
When there’s too much to do, dance!
It’s the end of a tough day. Things are always busy – but right now, it feels as though I’m in the centre of a tornado. The team’s almost doubled in size over the past months; we’re launching new events, fine-tuning (OK, creating…) systems and building projects. And the rest of life doesn’t stop, right? […]
Two secrets to building a support network
As a woman who wants to make a positive difference in the world – and is juggling plenty of things as she does so – building a support network is critical. Today I want to share two key things to consider as you consciously craft a network that will really help you thrive. Why is […]