In our fast-paced society, being busy is often seen as a badge of honour. We wear our busy-ness like a medal, proud of how much we can accomplish in a day. But is being busy always productive? Today we’ll explore why the busy-ness badge of honour can be detrimental and how to shift our mindset […]
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Impostor Syndrome
If you ever have that feeling that sooner or later someone is going to find out that you’re actually no good at whatever it is you’re doing, that you’re a total fraud…. or indeed you’ve not taken opportunities IN CASE someone finds out you’re a fraud… then chances are you’ve heard someone talk about Impostor […]
Why I’m sad on International Women’s Day
According to the UN, gender equality is still 300 years away. If you’d asked me 9 years ago when I launched One of Many whether I thought we’d see it in my lifetime, I would have told you no, but I hope in my children’s. But much has changed in these last years, and honestly […]
Warrioress vs. Superwoman
Many of us spend too much time in our Superwoman archetype. Burning the candle at both ends, pushing through and achieving no matter what. Whether it be promotions, perfect mothering, or punishing schedules… The cultural call to relentlessly perform and achieve is both compelling, and exhausting. If you’ve been in the community for a while, […]
Guest post: Hormone testing; is it the missing link for you?
If you’ve been suffering from symptoms of hormone imbalance (whether you’re pre, peri or post-menopause), hormone testing can often be the missing link in your journey back to full health. Doctors will often say that hormone testing is not worth doing, especially during peri-menopause. It’s too unreliable as hormones are often fluctuating throughout the month. And […]
The Surprise of Grief
Last Thursday evening, when we were putting the kids to bed, I snuggled in beside James to read him his bedtime story. Greg came into the room, without a smile and said, “cuddle down you two, I’ve got some news.” Puzzled, I thought to myself, what on earth? He shared with us the Queen had […]
When you feel responsible for everything
As a child, did you ever imagine how fun it would be when you could “make all the rules”? When to go to bed (never!)… What to have for dinner (icecream!)… Who to allow in your special secret club (no boys!). Unfortunately, along with growing up comes the dawning realization that “making all the rules” […]
How to change your career without burning bridges
Knowing how to change your career without burning bridges is an invaluable skill these days. You might have been through a few iterations of your working life already. Or perhaps you’re experiencing for the first time the feeling that what’s next for you might look very different to what came before. Whatever the circumstances, here’s […]
When to say no to your boss
You know you have to say no if you’re going to make progress on what you’re actually trying to achieve at work. But one of the most challenging times to uphold your boundaries can be when the request you’re declining comes from your boss, a client, or someone else in a position of authority. You […]
How to turn a bad mood around in 4 steps
Have you ever had one of those days where everything’s going great – you’re rocking and rolling through your to-do list, staying on top of things, looking forward to your plans for the evening and then – BAM – out of the blue something happens that makes it all fall apart? It’s moments like that […]
How to handle your inner critic
Want to know how to handle your inner critic? Right now, many of us are hearing that nit-picking little voice more than ever. And the things she comes out with can be spiteful. “You’re a terrible mother. How could you have scheduled yourself to lead a training on the day of your daughter’s nursery visit? […]
7 ways to feel better when it all gets too much
How do you keep going when it all gets too much? I remember vividly the day when I found out. I was exhausted. At the end of my tether. And I knew there was one place I could turn to for help. “Today I feel so tired I could cry,” I typed into Facebook. It […]
Are relationships about compromise?
Are relationships about compromise? In 2011, Madonna was quoted as saying: “The older I get, the more I understand about the nature of relationships and how to have a successful one. The more I realize that it has to do with compromise and sacrifice and that’s just the way it goes. And unless you want […]
What coaching survivors can teach us about burnout
One of the most exciting aspects of the coaching tools we share here at One of many is the way they support women facing almost any challenge you can think of – and today I’d love to introduce you to a coach using them to support women in some of the toughest of circumstances. Anna […]
Guest post: How to stop worrying about standing out
When did you last stop yourself from sharing your opinion because of fear of what other people might think? For fear that they might judge you as silly, weird or ridiculous? Overly emotional or boring? Too “woo-woo” or too practical? Too much or not enough??! Or the worst: that they might think ‘who does she […]
Instinct or intuition… can you tell the difference?
Are you someone who prides herself on her good judgment? Do you “go with your gut” when making decisions, from what career path to take, to who to hire, or finding a partner? And have you ever thought about whether you’re using instinct or intuition? If you’d love to enhance your ability to make the […]
Are you thriving or just surviving? Why we should be aiming for optimal health
How are you doing? Would you say you were enjoying optimal health and vitality? Or are you just getting through these challenging times the best you can? I’ve been working in women’s health for nearly 8 years and I’m blown away by how strong women are. But I’ve also noticed a frustrating underlying acceptance that […]
Guest article: Do your hormones impact how you manage your money?
As a woman, have you ever stopped to consider how your hormones impact how you manage your money? Before I became a money coach for women, my background was in women’s health. And yet, I’d never really thought about the idea that the way I handled my money was affected by my menstrual cycle. But […]
How to stay effective when your workplace is going through change
Has your workplace been going through change recently? A while back, we asked our community what you’d most like help with. And Sarah shared a challenge I think many of us will be able to relate to: “How to cope with workplaces that are difficult… budget cuts, staff shortages, covid restrictions, overstretched and ineffective management […]
Is Superwoman running your diary?
Who’s actually running your schedule? That might seem like an odd question – well, it’s you of course. But which you? After all, we all have many versions of ourselves. (You wanting to crawl back under the covers at dawn on a grey morning probably makes very different decisions to well-rested, post-coffee you at the […]