Personal Growth Blog

Many introverts describe life as a series of quiet compromises. You nod along in meetings even when you have an idea. You say yes to an invitation because it feels …

In case you are new to self-authorship (also known as design your life) it is the act of designing and living your life on your terms. But even when you …

We all know the feeling: thoughts circling like planes with nowhere to land. A conversation replays for the tenth time. A decision grows heavier the longer it waits. You tell …

Life does not move in a straight line. You start something with the best of intentions like a new routine, a fresh goal, a promise to yourself and then life …

Most of us grow up following paths that were drawn before we even had a say. Expectations from family, society, or culture about what success should look like. You tick …

Most of us wait for external motivation to help us get things done like a coach, a deadline, a partner checking in. That support can be powerful, but what happens …

Most of us know the feeling of lying awake at night replaying a conversation, imagining what we should have said, or questioning a decision long after it is made. Overthinking …

We live in a world that rewards speed and visibility. Meetings often favor the loudest voice in the room. Social media celebrates constant updates and endless sharing. Yet for many …

The StoryThere was once a dog called Molly. She was twelve years old, graying at the muzzle, slow on the stairs. Her owners thought her days of learning were over. …

When life feels flat, it is easy to assume that you need a dramatic change to feel alive again like a new job or a complete reinvention. But often the …

Imagine you are hosting a dinner party. The table is set and the seats arranged just so. You are also the one standing at the door, greeting each guest. Some you …

Most of us grow up shaped by expectations of family, culture, work, or the roles we fall into. We learn to please, to adapt, to fit. For a time, that …

I used to think there was something wrong with me because I hate too much noise. For years I felt like I just do not belong in big rooms, loud …

For a long time, I thought strength meant not breaking. I believed that if I could just hold everything together by keeping the appearance of balance, stay composed and never …

When life knocks you sideways, emotional resilience is the bridge between I cant do this and I will find a way through. But resilience is not just a trait you …

There’s a saying I have always liked that says Your mind is either your best ally or your biggest barrier. It is not about pretending hard enough and hoping life bends …

When life feels heavy or confusing, the questions we ask ourselves matter. Some questions pull us into blame. Others point us toward possibility. A powerful question worth asking is: “How …

Journaling isn’t just about filling a notebook. At its best, it is a daily practice that grounds you, strengthens your self-belief, and helps you live in alignment with what matters …

There is a quiet misconception about resilience. We often imagine that resilient people have learned how to dodge life’s punches, that they somehow sidestep pain altogether. But the truth is …

There is a reason it feels hardest to say no to the people closest to us. Family dynamics run deep. They come with expectations, spoken and unspoken. Roles we have …

We all know the rush of starting something new. The excitement of fresh goals, the crisp blank page, the promise of a new habit. But then… the spark fades. Energy …

By the time you reach your 40s, 50s, or 60s, you have carried responsibilities, lived through chapters, and made countless choices. You may also feel a quiet question tugging at …

We have been told for decades that motivation is the secret to success. Entire industries are built around trying to spark it, motivational speakers, morning routines, vision boards. Yet here's …

At Inspirational Guidance, September marks the start of something new - three printable planners designed to help you build confidence, live with intention, and make journaling part of your everyday …

September is here, and with it comes Self-Improvement Month a reminder that growth is not about big dramatic changes, but about small, intentional steps that add up over time. At …

The beauty of  building a personal growth binder is freedom.  You choose how to organise it and that choice becomes part of the growth process itself. The question is: what …

Most people think progress is about never stopping. They imagine a perfect streak where every day they wake up motivated, take action, and never miss a beat. But the truth …

I have lost count of how many times I have run a difficult conversation through my head before it happened. Sometimes that made it worse because I was simply looping …

We have already covered the foundations of micro habits, or what I like to call small steps. You now know why resolutions fail, what the habit loop looks like, and …

When life feels uncertain, the right words can become guideposts. At Inspirational Guidance, we believe goals give you direction, intentions give you meaning, and together they build the confidence to …

People always ask me why I use the phrase small steps rather than micro habits and what the differences are. On the surface, they sound the same, but they serve …

I had one of those days recently.The kind where everything seemed urgent, loud, and in my face.I could feel myself slipping into reaction mode - snapping, rushing, overthinking. And then …

I want to talk about one of the most powerful tools for developing emotional self-awareness – journaling. Over the years, I have seen how something as simple as putting pen to …