False Dichotomy
29 June, 2026
False dichotomy. (Often combined with a false equivalence, just for funsies.) Used as a manipulative tactic by people who want to recruit you into believing a weak
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Dodgy Marketing
28 June, 2026
There’s a marketing technique I’ve seen used by several coaches. But it’s one I reckon most of the ICF Master Coaches I know would consider more than
A grand mission?
22 April, 2026
I get it. Changing the world is important. Global service feels valuable. But for most of us, our work is way more intimate and subtle. Here’s why…
The shift towards slow coaching
22 April, 2026
People are moving towards thoughtful coaching collaborations built over time, and rejecting too-deep too-fast recruitment by charismatic dinosaurs.
But High Prices Equals Better, Yes?
9 April, 2026
Another thing I love about an increasingly awakened world is seeing the death throes of the prosperity gospel in personal-spiritual development.
How do I Heal My Inner Child?
8 April, 2026
One thing I love about the world waking up: More people are moving from “healing” their inner child to simply loving it – and themselves. (And then
What Does It Mean to Be Spiritual?
20 October, 2025
What does it mean to be spiritual when the myths fall away? A clear look at ordinary awareness, self-authority, and living from what’s already true.
How do I use nonduality to bounce back from chronic illness?
22 May, 2025
If nonduality means always being okay, is it fair to assume that being awakened would mean no more illness? Surely you can measure someone’s understanding by how
How to be Ethical in Pricing
16 April, 2025
I kinda don’t care if you charge a hundred-gazillion grand for one meeting, or whatever it is. You do you. It’s one topic people will bring me,
Being in the Storm of Emotion
19 March, 2025
And so it is that our times call for coaches, healers, leaders and guides who honour and respect the flow of emotion, who are not afraid to
Weekly Energy Insight – Passion
3 March, 2025
This passion might not be the kind you expect. It’s time for a different journey.
Weekly Energy Insight – Turmoil with a Purpose
25 February, 2025
Turmoil can be a step on a path. It’s not nice, nor easy – but it may currently be necessary.
How to Define Your Values?
18 February, 2025
Values are, er, valuable. But many of us have been guided into defining values that aren’t exactly our own.
Weekly Energy Insight: Reflection with The Hanged Man Tarot Card
10 February, 2025
This week’s energy is captured by Chris-Anne’s “the hanged man,” highlighting the importance of pausing for reflection. As we navigate the transitions from “justice” to “death &
Weekly Energy Insight: Embrace Your Inner Light
3 February, 2025
The energy for the week of February 3, 2025, is symbolised by the Amethyst card from the Imbolc oracle. It encourages us to embrace our inner light
What is nonduality?
5 December, 2024
Nonduality is a very simple philosophy that “we are not two”. Whatever “two” you can think of is more accurately described as “one”. Even more simply, “we
Is nonduality a good hobby?
14 October, 2024
I said this morning in my Open House call that watching nondual videos isn’t my one of my hobbies – currently (in the consuming video sense) that’s
Why is nonduality so complicated?
23 September, 2024
It feels bizarre that this needs repeating. But it does need repeating. Nonduality is just a philosophy. It tries to put words to elements of experience that
what’s the point of enlightenment?
12 August, 2024
Sometimes the spiritual path can seem kind of pointless. But that’s because the real point can be obscured by a wide range of conflicting belief systems.
Why do coaches offer so much for free?
12 August, 2024
You see it everywhere: free webinar, free masterclass, free guide. I do it too. But why?
How do you make sure your client is committed?
22 July, 2024
One topic I’ve seen debated this week is client commitment. And the different schools of thought have vastly different opinions.
The range is everything from “well, it’s
The ABC of Enlightenment
15 July, 2024
The thing about enlightenment is that you can’t take two steps without tripping over someone offering you their version of it. The ABCs of enlightenment help you
Separate Realities?
19 June, 2024
“We all live in separate realities,” said my teacher with a wise nod that they’d practised in front of a mirror. They said it because their teacher
What is Personal Development?
22 April, 2024
Maybe it’s having been sick. But when I have lots of time to daydream and drift, I tend to reflect on things in a new way. And
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POINTING AT THE MOON
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A metaphor, model, image, or story can be useful for breaking down an old misunderstanding. But every metaphor, model, image or story will need itself to be
The Nondual Flip-Flop
7 September, 2023
Have you seen this, or experienced it? It’s my special phrase for when there’s a metaphorical thorn in someone’s foot. And they are suffering in that experience.
Effort and Excellence
18 July, 2018
Life can feel hard at times. Problems to overcome or goals to achieve. Our upbringing, our education, our culture, even our common sense, all suggest that we
RECLAIM YOUR SOVEREIGNTY
20 January, 2021
This week I’ve been offered several opportunities to reclaim my sovereignty for only $27. Yet these adverts don’t answer the key questions: What does it mean to
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