Co-Founder, The Life Raft
I'm married to Sally & we live in the beautiful Eden Valley. We have 3 children, a crazy Tibetan Terrier called Bodhi and a pantomime horse called Ned. I love to be outdoors and enjoy sailing, running (slowly), mountain biking and swimming in the river or lakes nearby.
I’m a former senior Special Ed. Teacher and behaviour consultant. I’ve also written a number of teacher training books but my passion these days is personal development – in particular mindfulness, meditation & practical stress management. I’ve spent a huge part of my adult life in an immensely stressed & burned out state – not sleeping properly, chronic pain, fatigue etc. Yada, yada, poor me, boo hoo.
Discovering and practicing mindfulness has been totally transformative for me. It has brought about incredible changes in every area of my life.
I train clients in 1:1 and group situations to help them become free from stress, feel better about themselves and find a more relaxed (and effective) way of dealing with the pressures of life. I teach our main mindfulness programs and work with school senior management teams, businesses and corporate clients through our Resilience program. I'm a qualified Mindfulness/meditation trainer, Qigong teacher and breathwork coach.
Co-Founder, The Life Raft
Hi, I'm Sally, I am passionate about helping others overcome worry, overthinking, and self-criticism. As a former Police sergeant, I thought I had it all together – I was calm, confident, and capable. However, when we were attacked, overnight I found myself struggling with overwhelming fear and constant tension.
While it was a dark period in my life, I now see it as a profound opportunity for growth and awakening. Determined to heal, I immersed myself in personal development, exploring various techniques to reprogram my thoughts and break free from anxiety.
Through this journey, I discovered the power within myself to transform challenges into opportunities. Now, I feel privileged to guide others who find themselves trapped in the same cycle of worry and self-doubt.
As a life coach, I create a safe and supportive space for my clients, offering empathy, understanding, and a personalized approach. I've been there, and I know the courage it takes to confront fears and limiting beliefs. Together, we work on cultivating inner peace, building resilience, and rediscovering the potential that lies within.
When I'm not coaching, you can find me spending quality time with Rob and our two beautiful children. We love exploring the great outdoors, trying new recipes in the kitchen, or travelling to sunnier climates.
"I was very stressed before the course. I worried a lot and was unable to relax. I felt responsible for the happiness of my whole family. I am now finding it much easier to stay relaxed and not become stressed. I am able to stay calm in stressful situations and to focus on NOW rather than worrying my life away. I am enjoying life again."
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