Identity and Performance
How identity can be shaped by performance and what to do about it.
Writing
Written between sessions, usually because the same conversation kept coming up. No newsletter, no gate — read what's useful and leave the rest.

How identity can be shaped by performance and what to do about it.

After a hard call, an activated nervous system is normal. What the first 48 hours usually look like, the signs that trauma isn't processing, and what trauma counselling and EMDR actually do.

Chemistry and shared interests do not predict whether a marriage lasts. Friendship, trust built in small moments, shared meaning and the way you fight do. What the research says, and what it looks like on an ordinary Tuesday.

Boundaries are not walls. They are clarity about what you are responsible for, and what you are not. Why setting them feels so hard, especially with family, and what healthy ones sound like.

What you tell yourself before, during, and after a performance can influence how you handle pressure, direct attention, and learn from setbacks. Discover how intentional self-talk supports focus, resilience, and confidence in sport, work, and life.

If we are honest, money is part of our thoughts 24/7. It is also one of the top 4 reasons that couples get divorced…

Expectations, this is a hot topic. “How can I better communicate my expectations to my partner?” is the top contender for the most frequently asked question I get.

One of the most common questions I get is 'what can we do to make our marriage last?'.

Are you feeling a bit disconnected these days?