Periods of stress and change can make even simple things feel heavy. A move, breakup, loss, health scare, new role or “invisible” life transition can leave you exhausted, numb or on edge – still trying to function, but with the sense that the ground under your feet is shifting.
This page gathers reflections on stress, change and life transitions, drawn from my work as an intuitive life coach in Aberdeen and online. Here you’ll find ideas for calming an overwhelmed nervous system, making sense of what you’re going through, honouring your limits and slowly rebuilding a feeling of stability and direction.
These pieces are not about forcing a quick comeback. They’re an invitation to move through transition at a pace that’s kind to your body and mind, so that over time you can step into the next chapter of your life with more steadiness, self-respect and quiet courage.
Life rarely changes all at once - but when it does, it can feel overwhelming. A new job, the end of a relationship, becoming a parent, relocation, redundancy, illness, or even a long-awaited opportunity can all mark significant life transitions. While some changes are welcome, others arrive unexpectedly. What they have in common is the sense of uncertainty they bring.
Stress has a way of creeping into our lives quietly. At first, it’s just a busy day or a sleepless night. Then it becomes a constant tightness in the chest, a mind that won’t switch off, a feeling of being overwhelmed by even the smallest tasks. If stress has been showing up more often than you would like, you’re far from alone.
