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Life Can Be Different
I write, practice and teach the art of confident self-kindness for a better world.
Finding Joyful Simplicity as a Neurodivergent Woman
I share my journey of living a simpler, more joyful life while managing chronic illness and neurodivergence. Through positive psychology tools, reflections, and practical tips, I help others embrace authenticity and ease in everyday life. Explore insights on personal growth, self-compassion, and finding calm amidst life’s challenges
WELCOME TO
PONDERING CALM!
Hi, I'm Emma, and I've always felt I didn't fit in.
In my late 30s, I embarked on a transformative decade-long journey after a challenging divorce, a journey that reshaped my life and perspective.
Balancing work, single motherhood, and academic study, I earned two psychology degrees and some coaching qualifications to become a Coaching Psychologist (this means that I know a lot about Psychology, Positive Psychology and different coaching styles).
My journey led me to start Pondering Calm, a unique reflection of my desire to live life differently, and I believe we're all unique and have the right to show up in the world that way.
My work is about guiding people to be kinder to themselves, to honour their desires, and to be proud of who they are.
I received a super-late ADHD diagnosis and am on the autism diagnosis pathway - both ‘aha’ moments for me!
The realisations of my neurodivergence, along with living with a chronic illness since my 20s, have given me a unique perspective on compassion, uniqueness, and fairness.
I want to show you that life can be different - a life where you can be kinder to yourself, honour your desires, and be proud of who you are. And it can be wonderfully so.
I'm here to connect with you, to share my journey, and most importantly, to support and guide you on yours
Kind Words
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A big weight has come off my shoulders
By sharing practical tools to try on and your advice, I managed to push myself a bit further each day and enhance my personal growth. Thank you so much for your time! It really gave me that permission I needed for a while to accept who I am, be braver and bolder with my boundaries and decisions.
Tori A, Norwich
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I can't say enough about my experience with Emma
Working with Emma is truly a case of getting out all that you put into your sessions together; for me, they acted as a form of guidance rather than a decision-making process. It was effortless to break through my barriers to establish habitual trains of thought that were impacting my life.
Steph F, London
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I feel more empowered
Emma gave me reassurance that it is ok to put myself first; shared practical tools with me to imply in my real-life situations and also reassured me that nothing bad would happen if I came out of my comfort zone and face my fears. I am really appreciative of the tools that you shared with me to help me improve.
Galina B, Oxford