The Better Balance Coach Blog

I first heard a version of this idea years ago on a work training course: “If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always got.” It really stuck with me. It’s a simple idea – but it’s amazing how often we forget it in our daily routines. We all have habits that can keep us stuck. You plan to prep for the next day and go to bed earlier – but then you watch one more episode, scroll a bit longer on your phone, grab your usual snack, or make the same go-to dinner – and the next morning it’s the same: rushing, tired, low on energy, wondering why nothing feels different. Even when we know something needs to change, it’s easy to fall into the path of least resistance. Habits stick because they’re familiar and effortless – especially when we’re stressed, tired or overwhelmed. It’s not just TV – it could be snacks, wine, skipping meals or defaulting to routines that feel easy. These little defaults quietly shape our energy, mood and how our day unfolds. The good n...

And why it might help when life feels like a lot... The term health coach can feel a bit fluffy – like someone who’ll give you a smoothie recipe and tell you to “believe in yourself”. That’s not what I do. If you’ve ever wondered whether working with a health coach is worth it – or even what it involves – here’s the clearest way I can explain it. I’ll start with what I don’t do, because that often clears things up best. What I don’t do: I’m not a doctor – I don’t diagnose or treat health conditions I’m not a personal trainer – I won’t give you a detailed workout programme I’m not a dietitian – I won’t create a prescriptive meal plan for you And I’m definitely not here to micromanage or judge you What I do instead: I support you in the real world – not the ideal one. I work with people who are in the middle of change or who feel stuck in a life that used to work but suddenly doesn’t. Together we take a clear honest look at what’s going on in your life. We figure out what’s holdin...