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Rapid Transformational Therapist (RTT®), Hypnotherapist, Nature‑Based Therapeutic Coach & Performance Mindset Specialist



How self‑sabotage is often a form of protection
Many of us know the feeling of wanting something deeply, more confidence, more calm, healthier habits, better boundaries, and yet somehow doing the exact opposite. Most of us don’t sabotage because we don’t care; we sabotage because we care so much it feels safer not to try. Clients often tell me, “I don’t understand why I keep doing this,” or “I know what I should do, so why can’t I just do it?” And I understand that feeling personally, too. It’s painful when it seems like y

Marie Smith
3 days ago3 min read


Performance Visualisation for Athletes: Why I’ve Used It Since I Was 15 And Why It Matters for Channel Swimmers
Performance visualisation, also known as mental rehearsal or imagery is one of the most powerful tools an athlete can use. It’s widely used across elite sport, with studies showing that around 70–90% of Olympians incorporate visualisation into their training. For me, it’s been a core part of my life since I was 15 years old. I was first introduced to visualisation in 1996 as part of the junior GB Development Squad for sprint and marathon kayaking. A sports psychologist guide

Marie Smith
Feb 164 min read


The Social Burnout That Hides Behind the Festive Season
Let me ask you a question, how do you feel by the end of the year? The reason I ask is because the end of the year often looks joyful from the outside, gatherings, traditions, reunions, lights, and celebration. But for many people, the festive season brings something far less talked about: a deep, quiet exhaustion. I have to admit, I'm in this camp, I find the whole build up from November to the New Year fun but exhausting. This isn’t the classic “work burnout.” It’s social b

Marie Smith
Dec 28, 20253 min read
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