0 April 15th - 21st 2024 Favourite Quotes Every Day on the various social media platforms, we share a quote of the day. Below, you'll see each of the ones from last week - which was your favourite? "If an Artist loves his Art for its own sake, he will delight in excellence wherever he meets it, as well in the work of another as in his own." (Washington Allston)0 "A person always looking at the sky will never discover anything on the ground." (proverb)0 "A good example is the best Sermon." (Thomas Fuller)0 "Uncertainty is a quality to be cherished, therefore – if not for it, who would dare t ..read more

Today’s quote is: “A sheep can not bleat in two different places at the same time.” (proverb) It’s often said that in today’s modern world, finding focus amidst the cacophony of demands and distractions can feel like an elusive goal. This proverb speaks directly to the challenge of maintaining singular focus—a challenge that many coaches and their clients can grapple with on a daily basis. If our thoughts and perceptions shape our reality, influencing how we perceive and respond to the world around us, how does that relate to this proverb? When we find ourselves overwhelmed by distractions or ..read more

Today’s quote is: “Money is in some respects like fire; it is a very excellent servant but a terrible master.” (P.T. Barnon) As part of my daily routine, I often share thought-provoking quotes on social media. These quotes not only inspire, but also prompt deeper reflection. On days when time permits, I take the opportunity to expand on these quotes here, through blog posts, diving into the questions they raise. This week, amid a busy schedule, I wanted to continue the tradition of engaging with our daily quotes. Instead of forgoing a post altogether, I thought I’d share some questions inspir ..read more

Today’s quote is: “‘Thou shalt not get found out’ is not one of God’s commandments, and no man can be saved by trying to keep it.” (Leonard Bacon) In the world of coaching, I’ve spoken to many coaches over the years, and it often comes up that they feel an unspoken pressure to project an image of flawlessness. It may manifest as getting in the way of taking a specific action because “what would people think” or your mind is just so busy when it comes to a time when you want to be creative that the ideas just don’t flow. If you recognise that pressure, then maybe it shows up differently for yo ..read more

Today’s quote is: “My soul is awakened, my spirit is soaring And carried aloft on the wings of the breeze.” (Anne Bronte) Do you recognise the description that is being used in this quote? For me it’s pointing to our innate wisdom and resilience of the human spirit. That our experience of life is not determined by external circumstances, but by the quality of our thinking in any given moment. Just as a breeze carries us aloft, when we are in a high state of consciousness, as opposed to a low mood, it feels like we are awake to the limitless possibilities that lie within. When we’re not in tha ..read more

Today’s quote is: “Uncertainty is a quality to be cherished, therefore – if not for it, who would dare to undertake anything?” (Auguste Villiers de l’Isle-Adam) Uncertainty is an inherent part of the human experience. From personal decisions to professional endeavours, we constantly navigate a sea of unknowns. There are some uncertainties that you may be very comfortable with not knowing yet in another situation the thought of not being certain about an outcome, and you feel stressed and pressure. So what’s the difference? If it was the uncertainty itself that was the cause of stress and pres ..read more

Today’s quote is: “A good example is the best Sermon.” (Thomas Fuller) When you coach, are you ever aware of wanting to set a good example? I’m quite prepared to believe that this is something I’m more aware about because of who I generally work with. I have many conversations with those who are just starting out as coaches and are finding their own style and voice. Certainly, when I first started working with this group, I was more conscious about the structure of a session etc because one of the reasons they were coming was to experience coaching from a clients’ perspective, and I wanted to ..read more

3 April 8th – 14th 2024 Favourite Quote Out of the 7 quotes shared daily on our social media feeds, which one is your favourite? “Change is no modern invention. It is as old as time and as unlikely to disappear. It has always to be counted on as of the essence of human experience,” (James Rowland Angell)1 “A hippopotamus can be made invisible in dark waters.” (African proverb)1 “Shall we make a new rule of life from tonight: always to try to be a little kinder than is necessary?” (J.M. Barrie, The Little White Bird)0 “For love is of such potent might That of misfortune it makes light.” (Jo ..read more

Today’s quote is: “Things don’t get any easier by putting them off.” (W. Somerset Maugham) This serves as a poignant reminder of the pitfalls of procrastination that many of us grapple with in our daily lives. Despite each of us having the same 24 hours at our disposal, productivity can vary significantly from one day to the next. This inconsistency begs the question: why do some days flow effortlessly, while others are marred by endless procrastination? While there are exceptions to every rule, in most cases, delaying a task only serves to prolong the inevitable. However, there are instances ..read more

Today’s quote is: “For love is of such potent might, That of misfortune it makes light.” (John Barbour) Yesterday we looked at being kinder than necessary, today we turn our attention to love. Personally, I’ve found that in the realm of coaching, where transformation and growth are paramount, the essence of love emerges as a potent force. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not talking about love as in romance but that loving acceptance. This verse, “For love is of such potent might, That of misfortune it makes light,” offers a profound insight into the transformative power of love. It suggests that love ..read more