This One Shift Made All the Difference


Hi Reader ,

This past week, our daughter won a school swimming race. No big deal, you might think—it’s not the Olympics. But for her, it was a huge moment.

Just four weeks ago, she was on the hockey team. She loved hockey and had been playing for three years, showing up rain or shine—whether it was a 6am practise or a 7pm match. No matter how tough it got, she kept going, determined to improve and be a team player. But instead of lifting her up, her team tore her down. They blamed her for losses, and even her coach was unkind. She started dreading every session.

As parents, we encouraged her to speak up, and she did. She spoke to her Form Tutor and switched to swimming. And everything changed. She found a team that supported her, encouraged her, and accepted her for who she was. She went from dreading practice to waking up excited.

And last week, she won the girls’ 50m backstroke—executing a perfect tumble turn mid-race! It was awesome to watch. She was beaming. And as parents, we were so proud.

This made me realise: success isn’t just about effort—it’s about the people around you.

She didn’t suddenly become a better athlete overnight. She simply found the right environment. She was supported, challenged in a loving way, and given space to thrive. That’s what made the difference.

And the same goes for money.

When you’re trying to get a handle on your finances, who’s in your corner matters. You don’t need someone yelling at you for making mistakes—you need a coach who will challenge you, guide you, and cheer you on.

That’s what I do. As a finance coach for couples, I help people align their finances and thrive—just like my daughter’s swim coach helped her find her stride in the pool.

If you’re ready to stop struggling alone and start thriving with the right support, let’s chat.

📅 Click here to book a complimentary call with me now. Your future self will thank you!

Cheering you on,

PS. I personally read and answer your email replies.

PPS. When you're ready, here's how I can help you:

  1. Get personal support with creating a budget that you can stick to. Click HERE for more information.
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