And so we move the goalposts: we've done well, but with effort, self discipline, more work hours, we can do even better, and even then, we'll keep it quiet. So when is good, good enough? Seemingly, never, and to want to do better is no bad thing, but neither is patting yourself on the back, or going out for a mini celebration, when you've worked hard to achieve your goal.

Remember, football is a game of two halves. It's up to you what you do with the other half, and be mindful to do it not for your fans, but for yourself. But here’s the caveat – know yourself sufficiently so you will know when you’ve hit the bar you’ve set so high and can enjoy the view up there before dismantling it and saying there be fog.

Here are a few tips to help add purpose to the present while you struggle to get somewhere where satisfaction crooks its finger.

• Start to notice small day to things that make you happy. Birdsong, getting a seat on the tube, someone else doing the washing up, hearing from a friend – just notice and relish.

• Build in bliss points so you have something to look forward to every few hours – i.e. first cup of good coffee, delicious lunch, a walk in nature, reading a good book, hot bath, hot chocolate in bed.

• Think about the emotion you wish to achieve that’s behind what you are striving for. I.e. top sports car, great holiday or promotion might be status, liberation and recognition. What could you do right now to bring that feeling into the here and now.

• Set an alarm on your phone or timer for 15 minutes and in that time do something each day that really matters to you

• What do you want your legacy to be? Write it down and think about what you are doing now to get to that.

• Keep a gratitude diary. Write down three things each day which you are thankful for; no matter how small.

• Decide to just be.

Why not book a trial telephone consultation with me, I can help you celebrate you!

Last Saturday the Autumn students of Pure Coaching Academy celebrated their graduation day.



It had been 8 weeks of personal transformation, community, laughter, tears and incredible support as they learned the coaching tools to be world and life changers.

Doors are open for booking for next course on 24th February 2024 (Early Bird price).

Could training to become a coach be your calling? Are you already feeling the pull to change your life and learn how to powerfully help others? If you'd like to know more about it then book a call with me.

Here are what our Autumn 23 students said about the course:-

I picked the course for so many reasons – content, tools, techniques and coaching by the best coaches

The community of student coaches has both motivated me and inspired me – it’s been totally fantastic

We’ve done so much in 8 week and I have even launched my website, started my business and I feel confident in my niche and my coaching abilities now. No more fear in my way. I have even started to lose weight and get healthier!

I needed to be sure of the business side of starting out as a coach and the course completely covered that. I want to create a business success and I wanted to be trained by the best in the industry.

All my savings went on the course but I trusted my instinct and senses. By week 2 I knew that THIS was what I am supposed to do!

An amazing experience where we have been able to deeply connect with people. It has been a completely transformative experience

Everyone was super supportive and we all are achieving amazing things. Someone even had 7 clients by the end of the course

The course has been robust in content where the coaches really brought themselves to the table and that was very powerful

The course helped me let go of my ego. I now know I have something to offer people. This is one of the best online coaching courses offered in the UK

It has been an enjoyable experience. I am now on a journey of accepting my “weirdness” as I felt totally “got”. I loved the holistic approach

My solar plexus exploded when I discovered the course! And now it’s calmed down now I’ve completed it 😊

The whole course exceeded expectations. The business content was amazing as were the specialist guest speakers

I can’t say enough about the course. You’ve changed my life and my family life. I am so glad I found you and signed up. The realness of the course shone through