Sunday 29th March 2026 I made this post for every woman who’s shrunk her magic to suit those around her. Because I’ve done this for large chunks of my life and today it’s a huge regret. My mother used to tell me that as a little girl, I was vibrant, fun, always laughing. She loved…
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Days When We’d Rather Hide.
March 25th, 2026. We’ve all been there. Too tired, lost or confused to show our face; online or in person. We’d rather hide on the sofa, make-up free, and hair tied up. Than to face a day of networking and repeated exposure the pained question, “What will you do next?” When we’re in a phase…
They’re Not Ignoring You. They’re Not Hearing You.
Have you ever walked away from a conversation thinking: “Why don’t they get it?” You explained it clearly. You chose your words carefully. You know what you’re saying makes sense. And yet… it doesn’t land. It’s easy to assume people aren’t listening. Or worse — that they don’t care. But often, something else is happening. What you’re…
Not All Advice Is Meant For You
By Dustie Houchin | 9 March 2026 This morning’s post was inspired by a conversation with a younger member of my community. For decades, I believed that other people had the answers. If someone was older than me, more successful than me, or seemed more confident in their opinions, I assumed they must know better….
The Quiet Strength of Being Human
February 9th, 2026. As weeks go, last week wasn’t one of my finest. But, in the storm, I learned something significant. I consider myself someone who can hold their **** together. I naturally explore root causes of any situation. Acknowledge that my way is not the only way, and do my best to see problems…
Ignite Your Heart on Life’s Journey
2nd February 2026. I’ve studied personal development for four decades. Curious about the human mind and the power of intuition. It started as a child, when I reached out to God; without a prompt from peer or parent. I just felt compelled to listen to my “heart”. I was fortunate enough to grow up with…
Short-Term Thinking Shrinks Long-Term Impact
There’s something about this quiet pause between Christmas and the New Year that invites reflection. The noise softens, the pace slows, and we’re given a rare moment to look at how we live — not just what we achieve. My musing this morning is an invitation to step back from the constant question of “what do…
When Work Ends, Identity Shakes: A Human Guide to Navigating Redundancy.
Redundancy is more than a job loss. This grounded guide explores the human impact of redundancy and offers practical, compassionate support during transition.
Are you scared of change or do you see it as a period of opportunity?
Have you ever noticed how two people can face the exact same change — a job shift, a move, a new chapter — and react in completely different ways?One sees a cliff edge.The other sees a doorway. I’ve been writing a lot about career transition lately, because several friends are navigating difficult journeys and I…
WHEN YOU FEEL UNDERVALUED, DO THIS INSTEAD.
WHEN YOU’RE TRYING TO EXPAND AND PEOPLE CAN’T SEE YOUR VALUE. There’s a moment in every woman’s career when she feels unseen.Unappreciated.Possibly even used.It’s a bitter pill when you know how much you’ve poured in—and no one seems to notice. I recently reminded a coaching client of something I believe to my core:When that moment…
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