Can you ever practice self acceptance without being complacent?
Apparently you can. In fact, some (including Brene) argue you need self acceptance to truly change for the better in a lasting and meaningful way. This apparent paradox is something…
Author: Laura Walker
Laura is an award-winning career researcher and author. Her book Dancing with fear and confidence: How to liberate yourself and your career in mid-life was published in November 2020. She is also a recognised expert in Talent and Learning and brings a wealth of business experience, having held Director level positions in respected businesses across six different sectors. Laura is studying for PhD in Psychology, has a Masters in Coaching and Mentoring, and a first degree in Psychology. She is an APECS accredited Coach and a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD.
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The natural responses to stress and fear differ for women and men
Did you know there are gender differences in how we respond to stress and fear? We all know about the ‘fight-or-flight’ responses, but does it tell the whole story? Apparently…
Did you know the need for meaning grows rapidly in mid-life?
The need for meaning has always been there affecting how you feel about your work, but the need gets stronger and for most people only peaks beyond 65.[i] Worries about…
How to create your own career luck
Two thirds of people say luck has played a key part in their career – but did you know you can stimulate your own luck? According to Christian Busch in this fab…
Fancy a portfolio career? Here’s what you really need to know…
The notion of a portfolio career isn’t new, but few people really know what it means and whether it could suit them. There are real benefits, but also important issues…
Reflections of a feminist newly wed
As a self-proclaimed feminist, I am intrigued that I feel more empowered after getting married recently. I told myself for years that marriage is just a social construct and we…
Self-coaching: becoming your best self, yourself
Some coaches believe you can’t effectively coach yourself, I respectfully disagree. It is undoubtedly different to other forms of coaching, but can still make a real difference. Coaching is not…
Fulfilling work 