My neighbour has a cherry blossom tree which is now in flower. I can see it from my kitchen extension – I’m looking at it as I write – and the beauty of its pale pink petals continues to draw me in: so colourful and vital, yet so fleeting.
Cherry blossom – or Sakura – is the national flower of Japan. In Japanese culture it has come to symbolise the transience of life – its distinctively short lifespan reminds us that change is a theme in all our lives, be it in our feelings, relationships, and goals, or the shifting of the seasons around us.
The Sakura also represents a time of renewal and rebirth, with the ending of the winter months and the beginning of spring, with more light and warmth. As humans we sometimes need darkness, to heal and restore, before being ready for the light.
Change and renewal are key themes that I support my clients on, partnering with them to navigate transitions in their lives – be it a new job, a reorganisation at work, or stepping up in a leadership role, to a career pivot, shift in family relationships, or moving location.
Transitions can be challenging and feel overwhelming. I empower my clients to achieve more clarity to make decisions for themselves, creating a trusting and safe space to build their self-awareness and confidence through:
🌸 Clarifying what’s important – gaining clarity and perspective by exploring your values, goals, and priorities, and identifying what’s important to you during this time of change.
🌸 Identifying limiting beliefs – gaining a deeper understanding of the beliefs and thought patterns that may be holding you back, and developing new ways of thinking about your situation, which are aligned to your goals and values.
🌸 Building momentum – supporting you to develop a set of tools that you can draw on and a plan to help you move forward with confidence, one step at a time.
🌸 Staying on track – providing accountability and support throughout the process, helping you stay on track through commitment and consistency.
🌸 Staying the course – building the resilience to overcome obstacles that arise through feeling confident in coping with change, being adaptable, and knowing when to seek support.
If you’d like a supportive and trusted partner on your journey, drop me a line and we can discuss what it means for you.
What do you love about changes you see in nature?
