Mums' Stuggles Made Simple [MSMS]

Thank you so much to those mums who took part in my Confidence For Life survey throughout April. A range of answers were returned, demonstrating the range of perspectives, challenges and situations we all collectively experience. I will now respond to your answers and share some solutions to the first half of the survey to enable you to welcome confidence, balance and joy into your life once and for all!

i) I asked if you could remember a time when you felt more self-assured than you do now.

The majority who responded felt you lost your self-assurance to...

Do you accept yourself and like yourself the way you are? Do you feel valued and needed? Do you accept criticism without feeling put down? Do you speak up for yourself and share your true thoughts and feelings? Do you take time regularly to take care of yourself in every way? Do you approach most situations with confidence?

Since becoming a mum, do you believe you have lost your confidence and have little self-esteem? Are you ready to reclaim your lost sparkle, accept the woman you are and start living a life filled with confidence, balance and joy?

Life as a mum can be pretty hectic. In...

Mums’ Struggles Made Simple [MSMS]

Many thanks to those of you who took the time to complete my survey about de-cluttering, Free Yourself From Clutter. I received a brilliant response from you and I hope some of the solutions I provide in this article can bring some calm to your clutter chaos! 

i) The first survey question asked about the type of clutter in your home and the majority of you answered ‘paperwork, newspapers and magazines’. This clutter problem can actually be resolved easily if you establish a few processes into your daily routine. Here’s how you...

Being emotionally resilient in the world of business is a fundamental trait of successful entrepreneurs. Having the ability to hold your nerve, get up when you’ve taken a knock, and keep moving forward are all essential to your overall achievement.

Being resilient does not mean you are cold and mean-spirited. It relates to your ability to function effectively despite emotional issues. You must continue to deal with the challenges life throws at you but at the same time continue to function on an even level. It is important to deal with your emotions without letting them dictate your...

Starting your own business and becoming self-employed takes guts! Not only that, it takes a real determination to succeed. It isn’t surprising so many people shy away from the prospect. Why, therefore, do so many entrepreneurs run successful enterprises? It is down to their ability to overcome the many self-imposed obstacles and limitations that hinder the efforts of other people. Here are a few tips to help you become a successful mumpreneur so you can start enjoying the rewards of your business goals.

Write down your thoughts and ideas

Keep a journal in which you log all your...

Is constant housework driving you crazy? Do you wonder how much stuff has accumulated in your home? Does your clutter cause stress and anxiety? How would it feel to organise your home, clear your mind and banish clutter for good?

De-cluttering your home is the best way to bring order to your surroundings and your mind!

According to an ancient Chinese philosophy, clearing out the old is vital if you are to attract and invite the new into your life. De-cluttering your home – or even areas within your home – will give you a more positive outlook, clear your mind, help you relax,...

Mum’s Struggles Made Simple [MSMS]

Clutter can physically exist in many forms: a messy kitchen drawer, a wardrobe bursting at its hinges, a junk-filled attic, and an overflowing spare bedroom. Clutter not only takes up room in your home but emotionally impacts on your entire being, leaving you feeling frustrated, exhausted, stressed and under-valued.

Empowering Mums provides the guidance mums need to effectively de-clutter their homes, resulting in a more harmonious living environment, more time to enjoy doing what you want to do, greater peace of mind knowing where everything is and,...

In our last blog we discussed identifying your own personal goals and the reasons that inspired you to start up your own business. In this blog we follow on from there by considering how to create effective business goals and aspirations that will drive your vision for success through 2012. Maintaining a vision of success and believing your service offering benefits your customers is key to working towards and achieving your business goals.

It is well-known that your thoughts influence your emotions, which drive your actions.

Therefore if you want something enough you will work hard to...

Calling ALL mums who want to enjoy an easier, more fulfilling and happier life in 2012!

Could your life be better, happier and more enjoyable? Take our quick quiz and find out!

Q: How many of the following ten statements apply to how you feel about you and your life?

1. Since becoming a mum I’ve completely lost my identity and sparkle.

2. I’m constantly exhausted and on the go, there just aren’t enough hours in the day.

3. I secretly worry what others think of me.

4. I’m a master at comparing myself unfavourably with others.

5. Following childbirth, my get-up-and-go...

Often in life, as well as in business, we aspire to achieve what others have. We tend to base our goals on material possessions: a new car, a bigger house or the latest mobile phone. Are these really the reasons you went into business or are they a symbol of status in the minds of others?

Keeping up with the Joneses can be an exhausting exercise, especially when you don’t enjoy the results of your labour. The goals you set for 2012 must relate to your personal desires, business aspirations and what you most value in life. Most mumpreneurs set up in business for the following reasons: