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The One Thing I Will Now Do Before My Morning Walks
Discover the morning routine tweak that helps busy mums lower cortisol and feel energised again.
Merly Hartnett
Apr 82 min read


The Netflix Trap: Why “Just One More Episode” Is Draining Your Energy
Feeling mentally drained by the end of the day? Decision fatigue is real! Here’s why it happens and how to reclaim your energy.
Merly Hartnett
Mar 304 min read


Workplace Bullying and the Bystander Effect: Why Good People Stay Quiet
I've been working with a client who has been dealing with workplace bullying and harassment, and let me tell you, it’s heartbreaking. ...
Merly Hartnett
Mar 223 min read


Toxic Work Environments: What to Do When You’re Facing Workplace Bullying
Lately, I’ve been reading The Resilience Project , a book that explores how empathy, gratitude, and mindfulness can help us build...
Merly Hartnett
Mar 174 min read


Feeling Off After the Storm? It’s Okay to Take a Breath
It’s been a week since ex-Cyclone Alfred swept through QLD, and while we (family and I) didn’t face as much damage this time around as we...
Merly Hartnett
Mar 132 min read


Breaking the Busy Cycle: How to Stop Spinning Your Wheels, Recover from Burnout, and Start Moving Toward Your Potential
Anyone else here a fan of James Clear? If you’ve read Atomic Habits , you know he’s got a knack for making personal growth sound simple...
Merly Hartnett
Mar 103 min read


Cyclone Alfred and Your Mental Wellbeing: Finding Calm in the Chaos
Right now, Queensland and Northern NSW are bracing for Cyclone Alfred. The storm is moving slowly (which isn't necessarily a good...
Merly Hartnett
Mar 63 min read


Juggling Career and Health: A Client’s Journey with Cancer Treatment and Stress Management
Over the past couple of months, I’ve been working with a client on her career journey. She's a strong, determined individual, and we’ve...
Merly Hartnett
Mar 13 min read


The Meaning Behind Nurture Ambition
It’s 2025, and with a fresh rebrand, I’ve relaunched my coaching business under a new name: Nurture Ambition. What’s New Alongside my...
Merly Hartnett
Feb 252 min read


When Healing Feels Hard: Exploring Why We Resist Moving On
When I think about the clients I’ve worked with, so many of them have faced tough challenges like anxiety, depression, PTSD, or...
Merly Hartnett
Feb 202 min read


The Art of Mindfulness Working from Home
Feeling overwhelmed? Lacking energy? Let’s talk about mindfulness for your busy work days. If you’re anything like me, juggling work,...
Merly Hartnett
Feb 163 min read


Feeling Drained? Let’s Talk About Toxic Workplaces
Have you ever left work feeling absolutely wiped out, not because of the tasks but because of the people ? If that resonates, you’re not...
Merly Hartnett
Feb 152 min read


Making Time for What Truly Matters: Lessons from Muddy Adventures and Scroll Holes
This is a photo of my son last year. He was outside having the time of his life playing in the mud. He was fully immersed in the moment,...
Merly Hartnett
Feb 143 min read


Juggling Work, Study, and Motherhood: How to Make It Work Without Burning Out
Being a working mum is a full-time job in itself. Add full-time study into the mix, and suddenly, life feels a little chaotic. If you’re...
Merly Hartnett
Feb 143 min read


Breaking the Cycle of Self-Sabotage: A Guide for Mums Seeking Meaningful Change
First of all, let me just say this, you’ve already taken a huge step by being here. Recognising the patterns that hold us back is not...
Merly Hartnett
Feb 73 min read


Hey Mum, Are You the Frog in the Pot?
Have you ever heard the story about the frog that was slowly boiled to death? It’s not just a chilling metaphor, it’s a powerful reminder...
Merly Hartnett
Feb 12 min read
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