The JB Coaching Blog: Tools for a Lighter, Brighter, & Whole Life
What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.
Ralph Waldo Emerson
A Space for Clarity and Curiosity
As a life coach, I believe that small shifts in perspective can lead to big changes. Here, I share thoughts, practical tools, and insights on topics relevant to my life coaching services, from managing burnout to finding more joy in your daily life.
Whether you’re a client or just curious, I hope you find something here that resonates and helps you feel a little more clear and a little less alone.
Self-Maintenance: How To Service Your Brain Like Your Bakkie
Self-Maintenance: How To Service Your Brain Like Your Bakkie Real self-maintenance is the difference between a vehicle that clocks 500,000 kilometres and one that ends up on the scrap heap at 100,000. You wouldn’t drive your bakkie for years without an oil change. You know exactly what would happen. Yet, I see men treat their…
Am I Broken? You’re Not A Toaster, You Don’t Need Fixing
Am I Broken? You’re Not A Toaster, You Don’t Need Fixing Asking “Am I broken?” is one of the heaviest questions a person can ask themselves. You look at your life, career, or relationships, and you feel fundamentally flawed. Everyone around you seems to have it figured out. They’re updating their LinkedIn profiles, hiking the…
Life Coach Vs Therapist: Know The Difference (& Which Is Right For You)
Life Coach Vs Therapist: Know The Difference (& Which Is Right For You) It’s 2 am. You’re staring at the ceiling, wondering why you feel restless and unsettled. You have a good job, the white-picket fence with the electric wiring and cameras to match, the 2.35 kids, a partner you love, and the fat chocolate…
How to Practise Self-Love Every Day? It Starts With YOU
The journey of self-discovery is a lifelong one. It is a journey that is unique to each of us and one that is never truly finished. However, there are certain things that you can do to help move your self-discovery along.
One of the most important things you can do is practice self-love.
Monday-est Monday: What’s The Real Blue Monday Meaning
For some of us the third week of the year, especially the third Monday, can feel incredibly difficult. Originally coined Blue Monday in 2005 as an advertising gimmick for a travel company, there is no scientific weighting to this term. However, it might still feel like a very long day
Beat Your Holiday Blues
Practically everywhere you turn, you are told that the festive season is a time to be merry and joyous and just have a grand old time. For some people, that is exactly it, and that’s great, but for quite a lot of people, that is simply not the case. In fact, it’s a well-known
JB Coaching Blog Disclaimer
The content on the JB Coaching blog is for informational and inspirational purposes only. It is not life coaching, nor is it therapy or a substitute for professional mental health care. A blog post can’t replace the personalised support and deep exploration that happens in a confidential coaching session.
Please use this space as a resource for reflection. If you’re facing significant challenges and feel you need dedicated support, reach out to a qualified professional.