Change has Tides. While attending a corporate day and listening to presentations on the well-documented and increasing pace of innovation, I found myself connecting three threads: my study of metaphoric language, a conversation with a client, and the different ways employees and organisations experience change. From that came the idea that perhaps change needs seasons, not just speed. Let’s start at the beginning. My client was discussing the pace of innovation and change,

As a cognitive hypnotherapist, I often notice that clients already carry rich internal pictures of where they are, what feels difficult, and what might help them move forward. Metaphor gives us a respectful way to explore those inner landscapes without forcing an answer too quickly. Recently, I have begun helping clients model their metaphoric landscape so they can safely explore, at a slight distance, what they may be doing subconsciously, what they may be avoiding, and what

Cognitive hypnotherapy is a powerful tool that can help individuals overcome various challenges in their lives. Whether it's anxiety, phobias, or even habits that seem impossible to break, cognitive hypnotherapy offers a unique approach to healing and personal growth. This guide will explore what cognitive hypnotherapy is, how it works, and the benefits it can provide to those seeking change. Understanding Cognitive Hypnotherapy Cognitive hypnotherapy combines principles of c

"The realisation that you don't need to be 100% confident to do a really good job." I was speaking recently with a colleague who runs our company's Toastmasters club. As often happens when discussing public speaking, the conversation turned to confidence. People join organisations like Toastmasters because they want to become more confident. But that raised an interesting question: What exactly is confidence? Most people describe it as belief in our abilities, trust in oursel

In 2025 I enrolled on the Quest Cognitive Hypnotherapy (QCH) course after several years of reading and practising Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP), together with recommendations from colleagues. One message kept coming up time and again: learning the theory is important, but real understanding only comes through practice. In July 2025 we began our first module with the goal of qualifying as Cognitive Hypnotherapists and, ultimately, being able to support others. What I didn