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My name is Shirley Bone, and I'm a fully qualified Life Coach,
Hypnotherapist and NLP practitioner. Shirley is a fully qualified therapist that specialises in supporting individuals reach their full potential. Her experience and insights comes not only from her own person journey , but she is also a certified within Neuro linguistic Programming, Reiki healing, Hypnotherapy and Indian Head massage. Holistic and alternative therapy is all about supporting and guiding individuals to experience a more fulfilled happy life. Shirley's moto is "live your brightest life!"

31/03/2026

I recently watched the documentary on Melania Trump on Amazon, and I have to say—it really shifted my perspective.

For a long time, I couldn’t quite understand how anyone could be married to Donald Trump. But this documentary offers a more personal and balanced insight into Melania as an individual.

It shows that she is far from just a quiet figure standing beside him. Instead, she comes across as a woman with her own sense of purpose, independence, and quiet strength. Her upbringing, and the influence of her parents, clearly played a big role in shaping her values, resilience, and composure.

What stood out most is how thoughtful and intentional she seems—choosing her moments rather than seeking constant attention. There’s a depth to her that isn’t always visible in the public eye.

But it also made me reflect on something else—how quick we can be, both men and women, to judge. Too often, women are reduced to outdated, misogynistic narratives… that they’ve only succeeded because of how they look, or who they’ve been with.

It’s frustrating to still hear suggestions that a woman must have “slept her way to the top” or relied on a man to succeed. We should be calling this out more. As women especially, we need to support each other rather than mock, diminish, or tear one another down.

This documentary is a reminder that, beyond the headlines, she is an individual with her own story, her own voice, and the potential to make a meaningful difference—especially with the global platform her name brings.

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26/02/2026

“To the world you might be one person, but to one person you might be the world.”

These words, engraved on a bench in Beadnell, really stopped me in my tracks yesterday.

They made me think about how our presence in this world should never be forgotten or underestimated. On days filled with anger, jealousy, spite, or negativity, is that truly how we would want to be remembered? Surely the legacy we leave isn’t about wealth or possessions, but about how we treated others, how we made people feel, and the kindness we showed when it mattered most.

I felt such gratitude for the person whose family chose these wise words — a lasting reminder of love, placed along a beautiful coastline they can return to, reflect, and remember. Proof that even one life, lived with meaning and compassion, can leave an imprint far greater than we ever realise.

Sometimes all it takes is a quiet moment, a bench, and a few words to remind us what truly matters.
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24/02/2026

As we enter Lent, we’re reminded that it’s traditionally a time of reflection, simplicity, and renewal — inspired by 40 days of pause and preparation. Today, many of us use this season as a chance to reset, give something up, or let go of habits and thoughts that no longer serve us.

With the uplifting energy of Chinese New Year – the Year of the Horse just behind us, it feels like the perfect moment to move forward with courage, momentum, and optimism. A year full of possibilities, fresh starts, and positive change

“Let go, reset, and move forward — the possibilities are endless.”
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01/02/2026

Imbolc (Imbolg) | 1st February

Today marks Imbolc, a traditional cross-quarter day that celebrates the gentle transition from winter to spring. It symbolises hope, renewal and new beginnings — the return of light, lengthening days, and the quiet promise of growth beneath the surface.

A timely reminder to set intentions, nurture new ideas, and trust that brighter days are ahead 🥰
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29/01/2026

The older I get, the more shocked and saddened I become by how some families handle death — not the grief itself, but the control that comes with it.

I’ve noticed, far too often, that certain family members decide who deserves to be informed when someone dies. Others are deliberately left out. Some are told late. Some not at all. There are even situations where people say, “If she goes, I’m not going,” or “If he’s there, I won’t be,” as if a funeral were a social gathering rather than a moment of collective remembrance.

Even more troubling is when relatives are omitted from obituaries or funeral notices — quietly erased, as though they were never part of the deceased’s life.

No. This should not happen.

I understand that families fall out. Relationships fracture. Hurt runs deep and history can be complicated. But death is not the time to settle scores, rewrite narratives, or exercise power. It is a time that calls for humility, grace, and respect.

What matters is this: at some point in the deceased person’s life, those people mattered. They were loved, or they loved. They shared memories, moments, and meaning. That cannot — and should not — be undone by unresolved conflict among the living.

For one day, our personal feelings should be put aside. One day to honour a life. One day to acknowledge the fullness of who that person was and the many connections they made along the way. That is not weakness — it is respect.

A funeral is not about us. It is not about control, loyalty tests, or old grievances. It is about remembrance, dignity, and allowing space for grief in all its forms.

No one has the right to dictate who attends someone’s funeral.

That final goodbye belongs to anyone whose life was touched by the person who has gone — and that should always be honoured.

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23/01/2026

Family fallouts in the public eye — whether it’s the Beckhams, their sons, or even Harry and Meghan — spark huge opinions. But beneath the headlines is something far more familiar and human.

The truth is, family breakdowns happen in most households. Miscommunication, unmet needs, wounded emotions, and generational patterns often sit at the heart of it. Parenting doesn’t come with a manual, and most parents are doing the best they can with the tools, awareness, and emotional maturity they have at the time.

What’s heartbreaking is when pain turns public. When private wounds are aired for the world to dissect, it rarely brings healing — it deepens divides.

Imagine for a moment if your own child publicly dismantled your relationship. Would that feel fair? Would it feel necessary? Or would it add more hurt to something already fragile?

Better communication, emotional maturity, boundaries, and compassion could prevent so many of these rifts. Healing doesn’t come from blame or exposure — it comes from honest conversations, accountability, and empathy on all sides.

Families are imperfect. Humans are imperfect. But respect, privacy, and emotional growth still matter — even, and especially, when you live in the public eye.

Sometimes the bravest thing isn’t speaking louder — it’s choosing to heal quietly.
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14/01/2026

I’ve just seen the latest “Barbie menopause” and honestly… ridiculous.

Why are we so obsessed with telling women what they should expect, feel, and suffer through at every stage of life? From postnatal labels to menopause narratives, it’s as if women are programmed in advance to believe something will go wrong.

Through years of studying hypnotherapy and NLP, one thing is clear:

What we repeatedly hear, we begin to believe.
And belief shapes experience.

I’m over 60 and I never signed up to a list of labels or predicted problems. Have I had the odd challenge? Of course. But I’ve never carried the mindset that illness or struggle was inevitable.

Not every woman needs a label.
Not every life stage needs a diagnosis.
And fear-based messaging helps no one — except those profiting from it.

Let women experience life on their own terms.
Without expectation. Without fear. Without being told their story in advance.
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07/01/2026

Hypnosis, Confidence & Soul-Led Growth

So often we look outside ourselves for confidence, clarity, or direction — yet everything we seek already lives within us.

Hypnosis is a beautiful, gentle way of quietening the noise of the busy mind and reconnecting with your inner wisdom. In that calm, receptive space, the subconscious opens — allowing old fears, limiting beliefs, and self-doubt to soften and fall away.

This work isn’t about fixing you.
You were never broken.

It’s about remembering who you are beneath the layers — grounded, capable, intuitive, and enough.

Whether you’re stepping into a new chapter, wanting to perform with confidence, or simply longing to feel more aligned and at peace, hypnotherapy supports you in moving forward with trust and ease.

When the mind settles, the soul speaks.
And from that place, true confidence flows
Your next chapter doesn’t need pushing — it needs listening.
Feel free to message me to explore further.
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03/01/2026

⚠️ We need to talk about our food ⚠️

So much of the food on our shelves — especially sweets and products aimed at children — is full of artificial ingredients, additives, colours, and ultra-processed fillers. And it honestly makes me wonder… why is this being allowed?

Our food shouldn’t be slowly poisoning us.
Yet many products contain very little nutritional value and a long list of things our bodies were never designed to process.

The scary part is this:
our bodies don’t always react straight away.
The effects build quietly over years — showing up later as inflammation, illness, hormone issues, fatigue, and poor ability to heal and repair.

Please be aware. Please be mindful.
What we put into our bodies — and our children’s bodies — matters more than we’re led to believe.

One day, if we’re not careful, there’ll be very little real nutrition left to support health, healing, and long-term wellbeing.

Awareness is the first step.

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02/01/2026

A New Year, A Conscious Choice 🥰
As we step into a new year, I want to gently remind you of something important:
it takes courage to move forward ...especially when a job, a relationship, or a situation is no longer giving you what you need.

If something in your life feels overwhelming, constantly drains you, leaves you unhappy, or starts showing up as migraines, exhaustion, anxiety, or other health issues… your body is trying to tell you something.

We all have choices in life.
They aren’t always easy ones — but choosing health and wellbeing over money, fear, or familiarity is one your future self will thank you for.

Yes, it’s easy to say. Much harder to do.
But your health always pays the price when you ignore what isn’t right.

One book I truly swear by is When the Body Says No by Gabor Maté — it explains so powerfully how unspoken stress and emotional overload show up physically. It’s a real eye-opener.

This year, make conscious decisions about who you allow close to you.
Keep the people who lift you, love you, and support you.
And if someone is consistently hurtful, draining, or negative ...it’s okay to loosen that connection.

I know this is especially difficult when it’s family. I understand that deeply.
But even then, you’re allowed to create boundaries, limit contact, and choose your words carefully ...all in service of protecting your inner peace and happiness.

I wish all of my past, present, and future clients health, happiness, and love throughout 2026. ✨

Here’s to a year of listening to our bodies, trusting ourselves, and choosing what truly supports us ❤️
Your wellbeing matters.

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