Yes You Can Coaching

22/04/2026

WE ARE OUR OWN BIGGEST CRITICS

Do we ever truly feel good enough?

Is it ever the right time?

Can we do this??

Our own narratives control our life. How we act. How we speak. How we treat others. How we perceive others treat us.

More often than not, these thoughts, that become habits and core beliefs, become what we see as reality. We no longer question our self-worth, as it was accepted long ago that we believed ourselves to be worthless.

Have you ever asked yourself though, why?

For every negative there is a positive.

Every thought can be challenged.

Evidence, something we so often overlook or ignore, can be used to activate change.

Those 3 initial questions can be answered....

- We didn't. But we do now!

- Now is the right time. Right now.

- Yes You Can!

You don't have to do this alone. You don't even have to believe me, yet.

I have enough belief for us all!

21/04/2026

THIS LITTLE LASS IS YOUR COACH

Claire in the 90's!

Always the ultimate tom-boy. Shorts, t-shirts, climbing trees, out till the street lights came on.

Look at that smile!

Young and care-free?

Unfortunately not. You never really know what goes on behind closed doors.

If I could go back, what would I say to "Little Claire"?

I'd say,

🩶 "I know you are scared sometimes. I know you feel like things are all your fault. You feel helpless and like you have no one to talk to.
As you grow up you will deal with more and more situations that will try and destroy you. That will make you question your worth. That will very nearly break you.

But Claire, these experiences will shape you to be the best version of yourself. These experiences will eventually lead you onto the path you were always meant to be on. These experiences will motivate you in the most unexpected of ways, and will feed that burning passion to support, encourage and educate others.

You will want to give up. More times than people will ever know.

But you will use these feelings to go on to help so many people. To help them realise they are not alone.

How?

By being you!" 🩶

Why is Yes You Can Coaching so important to me?

Because I believe in YOU. Your worth. Your potential. And I am excited to work with you so you believe in you too.

Want more information?

- Pop me a message

- Email me at yesyoucan_coaching@outlook.com

- Visit the website at www.yesyoucan-coaching.co.uk

16/04/2026

PROJECT SEMI-COLON DAY

Something that means a lot to me. For several reaons.

Obviously, the first being, I am still here to continue to tell my story!

So why the half way fitness stats too?

Because I'm fu***ng proud! And I'm writing my next chapter!

Even just a month ago I wasn't getting most of these figures for a FULL month.

My consistency and motivation were shot to pieces.

I kept comparing myself to past me and hating myself more and more as old posts popped up.

I felt like a pure failure. With no idea where to begin, for like the 27,000,000 time!

Dare I admit that again, those dark thoughts would occasionally flitter.

What is the point? It's just constant cycles.

So what has changed?

Me!

I realised that I can write myself off. Use my age and weight as an excuse. Pretend that my best years are behind me. Try to tell myself I'm not worth it.

OR

I simply start again. One day at a time. One goal at a time. One gym visit at a time.

Then, I keep going. The momentum builds. I want to cancel things such as swimming, so I make sure to myself to go instead. With an even smaller target. Just 10 mins.

No one can create the life you want. That is on you!

But, you will have people to help, support, encourage and motivate.

Who will listen and celebrate your wins.

How do I know?

Because I am one of them!

Forwards is forward. No matter what your pace!

15/04/2026

NEW EMAIL ADDRESS ACTIVATED

I've been quiet, working hard in the background continuing to plan and to build Yes You Can Coaching.

- Planning group sessions

- Visualising what one to one sessions will look like

- Creating workshop ideas

And must truthfully, arguing with myself about whether or not I can do this. Make YYCC a success. All those usual Imposter Syndrome thoughts that eat away at you!

I think I'm finally nearing the end of the tunnel!

If you would like more information on what Yes You Can Coaching will be offering, drop me an email on our new email address!

You can also pop over for an overview on the website - www.yesyoucan-coaching.co.uk

Sincere thank you for all your patience. This has been a long time coming!

Claire x
Physical and Mental Health Coach

22/03/2026

THIS

Because I was. And I mean full on snotty, sobbing, ugly crying. With a flare of proper anger!

Why?

So many reasons.

So many old feelings resurfaced

So much confusion over recent revelations

So much I have bottled up. Even though I KNOW this is what happens

So much self doubt.

Why do we feel we have to be strong and capable all the time?

Why do we always feel/get labelled when we have a "breakdown"

Why do we feel shame when we do actually let it allllll out?

In that phrase that does actually make me cringe if I'm honest -

It's ok to lose our s**t.

It's ok to just be our real self!

To all you lasses (and lads) who might have found this weekend, this week, this month, this year!, hard. Confusing. Or whatever. I get it!

06/03/2026

BILL IS BACK

And he has an important message!

The link between physical activity and mental health is heavily researched, and holds solid evidence.

45 minutes? This could be broken down into:

1 x gym session

2 x walks. Before and after work/school

3 x 15 minutes sessions across the day

9 x 5 minute sessions (tv ad breaks any one?)

It can be however and whatever is easiest for you.

There is always a way. Whether you are making that first leap into your fitness journey or are an established gym bunny who says time is a barrier.

What could you incorporate into your day?

05/03/2026

EASY TO REGRET

But every experience is a lesson.

You are who are because of where you've been.

04/03/2026

It's been 9 years.

9 years since I saw no other option than to not be here.

9 years of often daily fights with myself

9 years of going at 100mph to run from myself basically

But also 9 years of love.

9 years of support

9 years of helping others

9 years of changing my life

9 years of realising just how LUCKY I am to be alive!!

I may have dark thoughts at times. I understand that I will always struggle with the conditions I have.
But I will also do whatever I can to raise awareness that ***de is never the answer.

Life is never hopeless. I promise.

You are needed ❤

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Birdy · Beautiful Lies (Deluxe) · Song · 2016

03/03/2026

A CHALLENGE A DAY

When that "thing" just clicks back into place you know you need to take the opportunity and make it your own.

So, the good old Daily Challenge is back!

Every day in March I will complete, in one go:

10 squats
10 push ups
30 second plank

5 rounds. 45 second break between each.

Do you know how long it takes me?

Less than 10 minutes.

I've made every excuse under the sun for the last few years. Simply because I felt I didn't deserve.

I DO deserve.

And so do you.

Yes You Can!

02/03/2026

MONDAY MOTIVATION

01/03/2026

HELLO MARCH

Between you and me, I can see March being a good month!

February reflection complete

Goals set for March

Daily challenge accepted

Let's go!

❔️ Journal prompt:

If you could achieve one thing this month, what would it be, and why?

31/01/2026

THIS IS BRILLIANT

It really resonated and made me stop.

Admire.

Think.

Awareness and support can be raised anywhere and everywhere.

Although you may feel alone. You may feel like no-one understands. You may feel shame and a sense of loss. There is ALWAYS someone who understands.

Someone who wants to help.

Because they get it. They've been there.

Well done Andy's Man Club Hartlepool!