Do you find yourself wide awake at 3am, staring at the ceiling and wondering why your body won’t switch off? You’re not alone. Midlife hormones, stress, and even what you eat and drink can all affect the quality of your sleep. The result? You wake up groggy, low on energy, and craving sugar or caffeine just to get through the day.

Waiting for the “perfect time”? Here’s why it never comes

Have you ever waited for the “perfect” time to start a healthy habit?

You tell yourself:

“I’ll start when the kids are back at school.”

“I’ll get serious after the holiday.”

“I just need to be more organised.”

But, in reality, the perfect time doesn’t exist, and chasing perfection is one of the biggest things holding you back.

Change Feels Hard Because Your Brain Likes Routine (Even Unhelpful Ones)

Ever feel like you know what you “should” be doing, but you just can’t seem to make it stick?

Whether it’s swapping late-night snacks for sleep, moving your body more, or planning better meals, usually, knowing isn’t the problem. It’s your brain.

If you’ve ever tried to change your eating habits, start a new exercise routine or get your energy back, only to feel frustrated, exhausted, or like you’re constantly starting over, you’re not alone.

And you’re not failing. You’re just trying to do something difficult without support.

One small change. Big results.

When it comes to improving your health, it’s tempting to want to do it all at once.

You might think:

“I’ll start eating better, cut out sugar, drink more water, get to bed earlier, AND do daily workouts…”

But here’s the truth: trying to change everything at once usually leads to changing nothing at all.

If you’ve ever told yourself, “I just need more willpower,” you’re not alone. Whether cutting back on sugar, getting to bed earlier, or trying to move more, many of us blame ourselves when we can’t stick with a healthy habit. But here’s the truth: it’s not about willpower.

Struggling to sleep in your 40s and 50s? Learn why you could be tired but wired at the same time. Get five practical tips to improve your sleep.

Feeling bloated, gassy, or like your digestion has suddenly gone off track? You’re not imagining things. Many people in mid-life find that their gut becomes more sensitive, often for the first time.

Hormonal changes, stress, slower metabolism, and years of quick-fix diets can all affect your digestion. But the good news is: you can get things moving again, gently and naturally.

Struggling with stubborn weight gain in your 40s or 50s? Learn why it’s not just calories and discover real strategies that work for mid-life weight loss.

Have you found that what used to work for weight loss in your 30s no longer works? You eat less and move more, yet the scales won’t budge.

We all know UPFs aren’t great for us, but did you know they’re linked to serious health risks?

As we approach the end of 2024, I find myself reflecting on the incredible journey this year has been.

Breathwork is more than focusing on your breathing. It’s a technique that connects with the body’s capacity to calm and rejuvenate itself.

Anne Targett Health Coach World Menopause Day

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, we are all often juggling careers, family and social commitments. Amidst this whirlwind, self-care can seem like an indulgence rather than a necessity. However, prioritising self-care is crucial for maintaining physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

Sleep is an essential pillar of our health, yet many of us underestimate its importance. As a health coach dedicated to helping you improve your well-being, I've seen firsthand how transformative good sleep can be. Unfortunately, a significant number of adults struggle with getting quality rest. In this blog post, we'll explore the health risks associated with lack of sleep, the benefits of a good night's rest, and practical routines to improve your sleep quality.

What makes you smile? Do you love smiling, or does the thought of smiling fill you with dread? You may think that most of your smiling reactions are involuntary, or perhaps an unconscious response to stimulus around you, which brings you feelings of happiness or joy. Whilst this can be true, smiling can also be a conscious or intentional choice.

Are you maximising the ultimate health hack that will not cost you a penny? Read on for eight ways that embracing this natural wonder can transform your health and well-being.

What is health coaching and how can it help you?