For the loyal readers out there who have been wondering why the uncharacteristically long delay between posts, let me apologise and assure you there is a good reason. That reason has everything to do with the topic of today’s post, as you will find out. Please read on (or listen […]
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Why do today, what you can put off till tomorrow? Many of us love to use this humorous twist on on old adage to explain away our procrastination tendencies. Let’s face it, we’re all guilty of occasional procrastination. It is quite natural human behaviour. But, for some of us, procrastination
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Some of you may be pleased to hear that I’m keeping this post relatively brief. Why? Well, partly because I’m in celebratory mood, and partly because Jenni and I are very busy preparing to embark on a new adventure – on the personal front, not the work front – that
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The reality that we perceive to exist, depends on the perspective from which we choose to perceive that reality. Let that sink in for a moment. In short, actual reality, and our perception of reality, are different. And because the ‘reality’ each person sees and feels is filtered through a
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In today’s world, much is made of the concept of net worth. For many, caught up in the hype of materialism that dominates our society, net worth is the only true measure of one’s success. However, the problem with net worth is that it is, by definition, a self centric
Are You Chasing Net Worth or Delivering Net Value? Read More »
I joined the life coaching industry in 2007 after a twenty-seven year long corporate career that spanned disciplines as diverse as civil engineering construction, IT programme management and internal communications. Now, after 15 years dedicated to providing quality training for people who wish to become exceptional life coaches, I still
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Ask ten people what keeps them awake at night nowadays. My bet is that the word uncertainty will feature in at least half of the responses. Most would agree that our world has become a lot more uncertain recently. But what do we really mean by that … and is
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My late mother-in-law possessed a very special talent. Quiet, gentle, unassuming lady that she was, she knew just how to engage people in a way that would make them feel comfortable and willing to reveal more of themselves. I’m not easily given to talking about myself at a deep and
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What does it mean to experience true freedom? Is freedom a birthright? Is it something that is bestowed upon you, and if so, by what authority and in what conditions? Is it an individual or collective concept? Does it represent a state of selfishness or selflessness? Is it a way
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Depending on your disposition, you may interpret this statement as profoundly exciting, or profoundly disturbing – or something in between. My hope is that you will ultimately judge this post as empowering and uplifting … but, hey, a rainbow can only be truly appreciated once you have experienced the rain.
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This will be my final post for 2021. I look forward to taking a modest break from writing during the holiday period and will reconnect with all of you wonderful readers during the second week of January. We’ve reached the end of another tumultuous year. Many of you will breathe
Why New Year’s Resolutions Don’t Work, and What Does! Read More »
Do you grant yourself the opportunity to marvel at your own uniqueness? Or do you find yourself regularly condemning the attributes and character traits that differentiate you from others? Or do you perhaps find yourself secretly despising others for how different they are from what you have come to regard
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Although my passion lies in inspiring people through my writings and the work of the life coach training companies I own and run, my early training was in the field of civil engineering. Many might argue that the engineering and human motivation disciplines are largely incompatible or, at least, poor
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This week’s article draws inspiration from an issue that often perplexes our trainee life coaches. Helping clients to set inspiring, challenging, yet achievable goals is all part and parcel of the life coaching process. Some clients present with a rather hazy dream or aspiration that they want to crystallise and
When You Just Don’t Know What You Want! Read More »
As inspiring job titles go, Global Ambassador of Happiness & Quality of Life certainly takes some beating. That’s exactly how Belgian, Leo Bormans, distinguished writer, speaker, linguist and promoter of active citizenship, likes to refer to himself. In 2010, Bormans published “The World Book of Happiness”. In this groundbreaking book,
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Visit the New Insights Facebook page and you’ll see the ‘Agents for Change’ pic below emblazoned in the header image. If you want a simple short version of the answer to the question: “What is a life coach” then ‘agent for change’ is right on the money! That’s because life
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Through life coaching one can easily transform one’s attitude and approach to life such that it becomes altogether more fulfilling, meaningful and enjoyable. In my opinion – one shared by a great many life coach practitioners – life coaching is the ideal solution for those seeking joy, happiness and inner
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Kindness is a naturally inherent human attribute … but unfortunately, it is not one that is always universally expressed. I was fortunate enough to enjoy a few days away with my family recently. Our getaway took us to a relatively remote place characterised by peace, tranquility and a close connection
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The inspiration for today’s post came from a most unlikely place. Li Shang Long is a young Chinese writer and director who has written a book, titled “Bye Stability, Morning My Life.” (This is the English translation). In it, Shang Long (that’s his given name) appeals to younger people to
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