#YourBetterSelf

As we come out of the November month that has invited us to remember, the new month of December beckons us to reflect, as a way of moving forward, into the new year 2026. Yesterday, I mentioned to a close friend of mine that this year, twenty-twenty-five has felt more like twenty-twenty-survive! So moving into the month of December, reflection seems to be a logical and wise thing to do, for oneself. I strongly believe that the quality of our emotional, mental and spiritual well-being of oneself has such a powerful influence on how we show up – for our loved ones, our clients, and colleagues in the workplace. So what does reflection really mean? What could reflection look like for you and me? In this blog post, I share five view points on what reflection could look like for you and me as we wade through the December month: 1. Seeing Yourself Clearly Every journey begins with self-awareness. Reflection invites us to pause long enough to understand what is happening within: our val...

November has long been known as the month of remembrance — a sacred pause in the rhythm of our year. It is a time to look back, to reflect, and to reconnect with the deeper meaning behind who we are, what we do and how we envision the future. For individuals, this month invites us to remember what has unfolded — the victories, the setbacks, the quiet growth between milestones. For organisations and teams, it is the perfect season to engage in strategic reflection : to recall the journey toward targets and goals, assess progress, and realign for the coming year. “Whether in leadership or part of a team, reflecting on our journey sharpens strategic focus — ensuring our daily efforts connect to the broader vision. It anchors us in what is real while pointing us toward what is possible.” Ernest Holmes once observed that “Life is a mirror and will reflect back to the thinker what he or she thinks into it.” In a corporate and personal context alike, this reminds us that our outcomes of...