My Story
The Journey from Inner Conflict to Your True North
I know what it feels like to stand at a crossroads where the demands of professional success pull you in one direction and your personal values in another. For over 30 years, I've navigated this exact tension myself, from my early days in a London bookshop to senior leadership roles in the fast-paced, demanding world of education. Throughout it all, my inner compass has been a relentless pursuit of my aligned True North.
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My life has been an international journey, taking me from the marquees of Wimbledon to working abroad in Turkey and America. I’ve worked 12-hour days in professional roles and also ran a charity for street children. This wasn't a burden; it was a conscious choice. I sacrificed what looked like success to others—the comfortable job, the societal expectations—in favour of a life filled with purpose, peace, and fulfilment.
My passion for people and cultures has been my anchor through some of life's most painful storms. I’ve endured personal betrayals, a cross-cultural marriage that ended in heartbreak, a painful divorce, financial losses, and toxic workplaces. I've cared for my mother with dementia while fighting to nurture and protect my children, all while professionally educating full-time. In every moment, I chose to align with my core values, knowing that a life built on integrity is a life worth living.
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These experiences have taught me a vital truth: inner conflict does not have to define you. The path of tough choices is the very foundation of my coaching practice. My mission is to guide high-achieving professionals, like yourself, to courageously align your professional success and personal life with your deepest core values. Together, we will turn your inner conflicts into a powerful compass that leads you to a life of authenticity, purpose, and profound fulfilment.