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At Crossing Thresholds, we've noticed that lots of women assume that moving up means a heavier workload and overwhelming responsibilities. Now let’s be clear, we’re not saying that promotion is the right path for everyone...

So, you’re not using LinkedIn yet? Well, if that’s the case, you may be missing out on valuable opportunities to advance your career, showcase your skills, connect with others, and learn more about what’s happening in the professional world...

Have you ever experienced that guilty feeling when you’re working from home, and you turn off your computer? You’re about to turn on the tv or go for a walk and then the thoughts begin. Maybe I should still be working? I haven’t opened all those unread emails. I should probably just finish that project proposal. One more hour won’t hurt, will it? Then one hour becomes two...

At times in my career as a Government lawyer, I’ve worried that being quiet isn’t compatible with being successful or with being an effective leader. I’ve seen quietness as a problem that I need to solve; I’ve told myself that I need to shift several places along the introvert-extrovert spectrum in order to succeed...

Our brains are wired as learning machines, neuroplasticity is for life not just for infancy. Where we put our focus is where we grow. So if you want to implement changes or new habits, you can have faith that your very human nature is backing you all the way.

How to start a blog about self-love? I don’t want to come on too strong, too early, but I feel so strongly about this topic. I’ve already deleted ‘how do you take care of yourself?’ (Too weak), ‘how do you love yourself’ (too strong and possibly wrong forum) and ‘Selfish or self-care?’ (too bloggy).

Recently, I received an invite to attend a Crossing Thresholds’ “grad panel”. I opened the email then closed it, dismissing the idea. “I'm too busy”, “What would I say?”, “Why would anyone want to hear from me?” and similar predictable thoughts coming from a place of insecurity.

In 2016 Bola Dada set a goal for herself, to publish a book within five years. Five years on she has completed that goal as her first children’s book ‘Dimple Dares to Ask’ is out on Amazon. As Bola remembers the shocked reaction from others when she shared her goal, it is hard to ignore the magnitude of her achievement.

Christmas can be a difficult time of year for many people, whether you celebrate or not. The days are at their shortest, the expectation to be having fun can pile on pressure and all of this on top of 20 months of a global pandemic. What can we do to look after ourselves, reduce stress, and stay present over the holidays?

In addition to being a Facilitator with Thresholds, I spend a lot of my time raising awareness about African history to empower communities to learn more about their heritage and history.

A year ago I started a new venture: a career break, 12 months of unpaid leave with no specific job to return to. It's now over. With the support of friends, family and my coach, I identified six things that I wanted to get from this precious time away from the daily office grind, and I have achieved every one.

Those of you who have done Crossing Thresholds and remember the Wheel of Life exercise in Module 2, exercise was something I really wanted to pay more attention to. About 6 months ago I was feeling low in energy, unhealthy and needed to start looking after myself. It was winter, we were in yet another lockdown, and this was the time to make some changes and do something about my health. So, I downloaded the NHS Couch to 5K app onto my phone and decided to go for it.