I am a straightforward northerner. We’re not known for mincing our words, so why is it such a challenge to speak up some times at work? The truth of course…

The hermit crab is a powerful metaphor for reinventing your career in mid-life. It resonates strongly with a lot of people in this position. Over time, the hermit crab can…

When I was doing my masters research, I discovered that in mid-life fear and confidence interact in fascinating and unexpected ways. A dance between two partners, where the leader of…

By mid-life, most people have accumulated an impressive number of roles! How many of these do you occupy? Personally, I can hold my hand up to almost all of these.…

Being made redundant was a shock and not something I wanted. At 47, my purpose had gone, and my confidence was badly shaken. I had made promises to my team…

Dissatisfaction with your life or career can creep up on you slowly from behind or hit you squarely in the face. A new year, the loss of a loved one,…

For some, but not all. Psychologists typically think of a good life in terms of happiness or meaning, but there is growing evidence that psychological richness is another, neglected aspect…

“She sat at the back and they said she was shy.She led from the front and they hated her pride.They asked her advice and then questioned her guidance.They branded her…