Live Courageously is for sensitive, intuitive women who are stuck at a crossroads in work or in life.
Feeling stuck is something that takes a different shape in each of our lives. It might appear as self-doubt, imposter syndrome, people pleasing, second guessing, procrastination, emotional overwhelm or burnout. You question if you're on the right path and struggle to find your own answers.
Getting unstuck is a process of unfolding and emerging, of becoming who you really are. It involves coming to the edge of your fears, reconnecting to your truth and discovering the potential already within you.
Drawing on her own experiences and those of women she has coached, Vanessa shows you how to get unstuck, become present, simplify, find clarity, listen to your desires, make empowered decisions, and take the necessary action to create the life you really want. Using interactive self-assessments and a series of step-by-step courage processes, you will claim your space, rediscover your confidence and step into your own authority.
About the Author :
Vanessa believes that living an authentic and fulfilling life involves unfolding your courage, one step at a time.She is a Certified Professional Co-Active(TM) coach, Co-Active leadership graduate, Organisational and Relationship Systems Certified coach, and Certified Heartmath(TM) coach. She holds an MSc in Organisational Behaviour, MA in Managing Human Resources and is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development.
Review :
This book shines a gentle yet powerful light on the experience of so many women. Vanessa beautifully captures not just her own vulnerable experience of unfolding her past insecurities into living more courageously, but also softly invites her readers to begin their own unfolding so that they can stretch out and powerfully claim the space that their true self takes up. The case studies are highly relatable, and a deep reflection of what many of us see in ourselves. This book is a must-read for any woman who senses they need to shed the skin they're in and re-emerge to own the shape that's stayed hidden within.
- Christina Hutchinson, Confidence and Performance Coach and Founder of Mountain High Coaching
A relatable guide and support for all of us women out there. Very readable with easily applicable tools and advice; this is a book that I will certainly go back to in the future, many, many times!
- Alice Watson-Smith, Managing Director, Fine & Country, French Riviera
Rediscovering yourself to be able to courageously leave behind that expected, conditioned life is the best gift you could possibly give yourself. That's what this book is all about. A gift to yourself to start living courageously.
Courage is never easy, but rest assured Vanessa won't try to sugar-coat it. Instead, she'll tell you that as hard as it is, it's worth making this choice. She'll keep reminding you that to redefine your identity on your own terms you need no one's permission. To do this most important work of your life and leadership, all you need is to break your own rules so you can become more of who you truly are.
- Zana Goic Petricevic, Leadership Coach and Author
I first met Vanessa in 2013 on a cold, grey day in Edinburgh, Scotland where we had both been recruited as coaches to support women through a leadership programme. She lit up the room with her warm infectious energy and passion for the work she was called to do. I knew from that first moment I wanted to be in her tribe! Since that day I have been privileged to work alongside this gifted coach and be witness to this woman's own journey of courageous change. If ever there was a role model for walking her talk, then you need to look no further than Vanessa.
Her continued commitment and investment to her own learning and development means in this book we benefit from her expertise and gain understanding at a deeper level the reasons for our struggle.
When we are caught in a cycle of overwhelm and "I am not enough" Vanessa shows us that there is another way and shares practical techniques that she has used with her many clients to help women reclaim their power.
To live courageously is a practice and Vanessa shows us the "how to" with a simple structure that can be easily incorporated into our daily lives. Vanessa shows us that the most important relationship we have in life is the one we have with ourselves.
Over the years Vanessa has been my own coach, teacher and friend and in reading this book she will also be yours.
- Denise Chilton, Executive Career and Leadership Coach and Author
