The Village Coach Blog

Why Putting Yourself First Feels So deeply uncomfortable If you’re reading this, the idea of putting you first and foremost, priority, top of the pile (yes even above your kids..!) likely feels VERY uncomfortable. Most of the women I work with come to me completely overwhelmed, exhausted, running on very little sleep and a lot of coffee, and the idea of resting - or taking a break to recharge - is completely unpalatable.  The resistance to rest bingo phrases I hear on the reg

(Whatever your answer, you’ll be pleased to know  - you are NOT the problem).  I had high hopes for this month. The end of the post Christmas comedown, the longest month of all time coming to a close. The promise of lighter days, spring shoots, birds chirruping, half term hangs with friends and then after that..Spring, could it be…??! But if I'm totally honest I feel let down. Deceived. Hoodwinked. Possibly Delulu. The victim of some sort of trickery that February has done me

If there was a part of motherhood that was really good at poker, it would be the mental load. (Stay with me on this one). It's observing everyone in the room, anticipating their next move, remembering their habits, tactics and traits, strategising for the best possible outcome…all whilst maintaining the unshakable expression of one who does not give anything away.  It’s the constant holding  - of all the cards - whilst mentally you’re planning, strategising, pre-empting and p

Practical steps to feel supported in January and beyond.  ` As you read this I can assume it is a grey, grim and gruelling outside as it is with you. January is hard isn’t it?! This is why this week I’m trying to tackle this by combatting the drizzle and dreariness with some simple, practical, achievable steps where I have done all the thinking so you can sit back and absorb. Grab a cup of something hot, a hot water bottle, a snack, and let’s dig in… 1. SELF BELIEF for start