Thinking and reflection

Perspectives on Leadership and Life

Honest writing on what it means to lead well — the clarity, the self-doubt, the energy, and the quiet strength that makes it all possible.


When Did You Stop Trusting Your Own Judgement?

When Did You Stop Trusting Your Own Judgement?by: Johanna Urquhart

Jo Urquhart explores why capable women in leadership gradually stop trusting their own instincts, and what three overlooked factors quietly erode that inner voice over time.

LeadershipPerimenopause & Menopause
When Did You Stop Trusting Your Own Judgement?

Why Nature Restores Leadership, Energy & Wellbeing

by: Jo Urquhart

Nature isn't a luxury. It's regulation, recovery and leadership maintenance. Discover the science behind how time outdoors supports stress recovery, mental clarity, energy and wellbeing, particularly for women navigating midlife.

Health & Wellbeing
Why Nature Restores Leadership, Energy & Wellbeing

Inner Calm Is Powerful. Physical Strength Sustains It.

Inner Calm Is Powerful. Physical Strength Sustains It.by: Johanna Urquhart

Inner calm matters. But so does muscle. This post explores how declining estrogen affects strength as we age, and what women who carry responsibility can do now to protect their long-term vitality.

Perimenopause & Menopause
Inner Calm Is Powerful. Physical Strength Sustains It.

Protect Your Health Because It’s Your Superpower

Protect Your Health Because It’s Your Superpowerby: Johanna Urquhart

After breaking her ankle in a waterski accident, Jo was reminded how quickly our physical capacity can shift — even when we already understand the science. In this personal and evidence-informed article, she explores the realities of midlife change for women, from estrogen decline and muscle loss to bone density and cardiovascular risk.

Health
Protect Your Health Because It’s Your Superpower

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