by Dr Sharon | Feb 6, 2026 | Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Growth Mindset, Personal Development, Relationship Building, Relationships (Self and Others)
Sustainable relationships are not accidental – they are intentional This week, I’m holding a few truths. On 7 February, my parents celebrated 50 years of marriage – five decades, adapting, forgiving and staying. A relationship that I am so blessed by and has shaped...
by Dr Sharon | Jan 23, 2026 | Achieve Goals, Emotional Intelligence, Growth Mindset, Learning, Personal Development
Rewire your brain for calm, confidence and growth Many people think perfectionism is about having high standards. It isn’t. It’s what happens when the brain starts treating small mistakes as real threats – activating the same neural circuits we use for danger, not...
by Collette Hughes | Jan 12, 2026 | Achieve Goals, Emotional Intelligence, Growth Mindset, Learning, Personal Development, Relationships (Self and Others)
We Can’t Preach Growth and Model Perfection As we start a new year, there is often the pressure to set goals, declare intentions and step into a “better version” of ourselves. I’d rather invite us into something deeper. Something braver. Something that might...
by Dr Sharon | Nov 20, 2025 | Emotional Intelligence, Growth Mindset, Personal Development, Relationships (Self and Others), Uncategorised
Key Steps Turns 18! This month, Key Steps turns 18! It’s hard to believe that what started as a dream – a vision to empower people and organisations take Key Steps to really learn, grow and thrive – has now reached adulthood. As I reflect on this milestone, I’m...
by Dr Sharon | Nov 7, 2025 | Emotional Intelligence, Growth Mindset, Leadership, Learning
There’s a simple object so many of us carry that holds more power than many of us realise. No, it’s not our mobile. NO, it’s not our laptop. It’s a pen! a Because writing rewires your brain. a In our digital-first world, we often overlook the humble pen. We tap, we...
by Dr Sharon | Oct 27, 2025 | Emotional Intelligence, Growth Mindset, Personal Development, Relationships (Self and Others)
Not forgiving is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to suffer. Forgiveness is one of the most powerful acts of self-liberation. Yet, it’s misunderstood. Many people think forgiveness is about letting the other person “off the hook” or condoning...
