Choosing growth is never a one-time decision — it’s something we recommit to again and again as life presents new twists, new challenges, and new opportunities.

We’ve all fallen into the comparison trap — looking at someone else’s life and thinking they’ve got it all together. But the truth is, we’re all on our own timeline. Like the sun and the moon, we each shine when it’s our time. 🌞🌙

Here’s why comparing yourself to others only dims your own light — and three ways to stop doing it.

To say I was undercooked going into this ride last weekend is an understatement! I’ve tried to take part each year as an Ambassador for the event because I think it’s important to show others that just because I have Multiple Sclerosis, it doesn’t mean I can’t take part — I might just have to do it differently.

After spending time in hospital last year, I realised that success doesn’t always look like a medal or a milestone — sometimes, it’s as simple as taking a shower on your own.

In a world that feels increasingly heavy, choosing hope isn’t naive — it’s necessary. Here are three simple ways to find light when things feel dark. ✨

Failure. It’s a word that can stop us before we even start. I’ve lost count of the number of times people have asked me, “How do you get over the fear of failing?” The truth is, I don’t always get over it — I’ve just learned to reframe it.

When we think of winning, it’s easy to picture a gold medal, a trophy, or being the best in the room. But true winning isn’t about being number one right away—it’s about being a little better today than you were yesterday.

Sitting on a plane recently, I noticed the airport was building a new runway. There were construction delays, diversions, and aircraft lined up from different terminals, all feeding into a single runway. It struck me — in that moment of frustration and waiting — that this was progress in action. Messy. Disruptive. Inconvenient. Yet absolutely necessary.

How often do we hold ourselves back, waiting for everything to align before we take that first step? We convince ourselves that tomorrow will be better, that next week we’ll be more prepared, or that someone else will give us the go-ahead. But the truth is, tomorrow is never guaranteed, and the “perfect” moment rarely arrives.

In today’s world it can feel almost impossible to stay positive. With so much heartbreak, conflict, and uncertainty around us, the negatives often seem louder than the positives.

We often chase achievements, but true meaning comes alive when we share it with others. My 88-year-old mum — dressed as Catwoman — reminded me of that in the most unexpected way.

We all love comfort. It feels safe, familiar, predictable. Comfort is the place where we don’t have to think too hard or stretch ourselves too far. But here’s the truth: comfort can be your greatest enemy.