Weren’t we lonely before lock-down too?
loneliness and social inequity existed long before covid, now is a time to change things.
Barefoot Coaches' Channel
Read our blogs from Barefoot Coaching-certified coaches as they explore the lessons they have learned (and teach to their clients). From relationships to careers, to life goals and mental wellness, find their wisdom below.
Take seven steps towards a brighter future
As the national lockdown lifts, it is only natural to experience mixed feelings of apprehension as well as relief. This article suggests seven practical steps that you can take which will help you thrive now, and plan for a better future.
5 Self-Coaching Questions for Uncertain Times
One of the biggest advantages of training to be a coach has been the ability to turn these skills on to myself, and show others how to do the same.
Shop less, drive less, save your sanity and save the world
Remember how little we all spent during lock-down..what might life be like if we continued to shop less?
Transferable skills – a life raft during career transition
‘Never lay all your eggs in one basket.’
I was told many times growing up. It was used more about people and friendships, which come and go. Nothing lasts forever. This is true for careers too.
Changing careers is on the minds of many. Changing industry is a must for some.
The Best Confidence Booster Exercise I Know
Do you know those days when you feel very scared, vulnerable and all you can seem to do is worry about potential scenarios that most of the time never happen? Why do we do this? (Yes, we all do!) It’s because consciously or unconsciously , we think that we won’t be able to deal with […]
What will you take from the experience of living in a pandemic?
Every experience gives us an opportunity to learn and grow and refocus on who we are and what’s important. This article reflects on the conversations I’ve been having with family and clients and gives you the opportunity to focus on yourself through some questions to explore.
How to WOW at teamwork
Working in a team can be enjoyable and rewarding – or the experience can feel like hell on earth. Why do some teams function well, and others implode? The difference is a shared understanding of the Ways of Working that enable people to do their best work.
3 Ways to Reclaim your Downtime
Working from home has massively cut my commute to work time! It takes me 12-14 seconds to get from my kitchen to my office, depending on my energy levels. And yes, I got to the stage where I needed the distraction from the glue holding me to my computer – to time myself between cuppa and PC.
Earth love and mindfulness for health
Some really practical strategies for mental and ecological health
