I recently spent some time at a professional development course on performance psychology. Much of it was framed around elite athletes, but what struck me was how closely their challenges mirror those of the professionals I work with. The high need for control and certainty, the perfectionism, the sensitivity to how others see them, the…
You’ve been told the path to self-improvement is to be hard on yourself. Push harder. Raise the bar. Never settle. And to be fair, it’s probably worked. After all, that relentless inner voice has carried you this far. At times, this has probably left you feeling exhausted, burnt out and wondering whether there’s another way….
Anxiety is often imagined as something visible and disruptive; panic attacks, avoidance, or an inability to cope with daily life. However, this stereotype overlooks a quieter, less recognised experience: anxiety that exists alongside outward success. Many individuals who experience anxiety continue to perform well academically, professionally, and socially, appearing organised, driven, and reliable. Beneath this,…
You’ve built a successful career. You’re intelligent, capable, and by most measures doing well. But underneath, things have always felt harder than they seem to be for other people. Work might feel more socially draining, overwhelming to your senses, or just effortful in ways that are difficult to explain. If that resonates, you’re not alone….
What is worry? You might notice it as a racing mind, or the inability to be present due to the intense focus on your thoughts. Worry can carry you ten steps ahead to a future that may never arrive, trying to solve problems that don’t exist yet. While persistent or excessive worry can be distressing…
“If something is worth doing, it’s worth doing well.” Most of us have grown up with this advice, and quietly extended it to mean that if something matters, we should probably be doing all of it well. Work, relationships, health, hobbies, growth. The unspoken expectation is not just effort, but excellence, everywhere, all the time….
Delegation: Workload Management or Smart Leadership? Delegation is widely recognised as a fundamental leadership skill, yet many managers struggle to use it effectively. Research indicates that 97% of middle-level managers feel overloaded, often because handing tasks to others feels uncomfortable or risky (Fang & Hung, 2008). Similarly, senior leaders also face delegation challenges, often driven…
The Psychological Costs of Being “Always On” In my work as a Coaching Psychologist, I consistently hear about the difficulties in disconnecting from technology. In today’s “always on” world, our phones rarely leave our side. They automate or streamline tasks, keep our schedules on track, count our steps, and connect us instantly to anyone, anywhere….
In high-stakes professional environments, having a measure of control over the work you do is important. Just as important is being able to accept the limits of personal control. Acceptance is a concept that I frequently talk about in my work as a coaching psychologist. It’s one of those concepts that, on the surface, sounds…
You’re tired, but no amount of rest seems to make a difference. Work that once felt meaningful now feels draining, and you’re left wondering what happened to the energy and motivation you once had. I work with a lot of people who are either experiencing burnout or find themselves experiencing recurring cycles of burnout. Burnout…
You’re halfway through an important report, but you can’t shake the thought that you have made a huge mistake. You re-read your last paragraph, then the one before, just to be sure. Minutes pass, then hours but that thought still lingers, and your focus starts slipping. If these types of thoughts are persistent, feel out…
Our working life often involves navigating periods where demands feel relentless. Whether it’s the lead-up to a major project deadline, a surge in workload, or a particularly demanding phase in your personal life, these times can leave you feeling stretched thin, overwhelmed, and running on empty. The clients I work with often continue to strive…
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