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You’re Not Behind in Life - You’re Just on Your Own Damn Timeline
Think you’re behind in life? You’re not. You’re just measuring your journey against someone else’s highlight reel. This blog breaks down the myth of “falling behind” and helps you reclaim your pace, your power, and your joy.
Megan Holloway
Jan 52 min read


Lessons From Past Relationships: The Joyful Gifts You Don’t Have to Give Back
What if your breakups didn’t mean failure, but were actually filled with gifts? This blog breaks down the powerful mindset of keeping the joyful lessons from past relationships and why it’s part of building emotional resilience.
Megan Holloway
Dec 24, 20252 min read


Readiness Is a Myth: Why Waiting for the Perfect Plan Is Wrecking Your Joy
That “once I have a plan” mindset? It’s keeping you stuck. In this blog, Meg shares the truth about why readiness is a myth, and how real joy begins with messy, imperfect action, not perfection.
Megan Holloway
Dec 15, 20252 min read


Joy as Your Foundation: What I Learned One Year After Everything Fell Apart
When life pulled the rug out from under Meg, she learned the most important thing wasn’t control—it was having joy as her foundation. This blog is a love letter to anyone navigating the hard seasons and wondering if they’ll be okay. You will.
Megan Holloway
Dec 9, 20252 min read


The Joy Investment Spectrum: Stop Wasting Energy on Performative Self-Care
Most of us are investing in joy that doesn’t pay off. This blog breaks down The Joy Investment Spectrum—a practical, no-BS tool to help you stop wasting energy on performative self-care and start building a joyful life that actually works.
Megan Holloway
Dec 1, 20252 min read


How to Reset Your Nervous System When You Freeze: 3 Simple Exercises That Bring You Back
Next time your brain hits pause or you find yourself staring into space, try these 3 nervous system resets. Quick, gentle, and totally doable when you feel frozen or overwhelmed.
Megan Holloway
Nov 18, 20252 min read


Doing It Your Way Is the Real Freedom
Forget the cold DMs promising £100k months. Freedom isn’t found in someone else’s process—it’s in doing it your way. Here’s how joy, curiosity, and self-trust create a life that actually feels good.
Megan Holloway
Nov 10, 20252 min read


ADHD Isn’t Holding You Back -Outdated Narratives Are
Tired of forcing your ADHD brain to fit into a neurotypical mold? You're not broken — the system is. This case study shows how ADHD career coaching helps you ditch shame, trust yourself, and build a career that actually works for your brain.
Megan Holloway
Oct 20, 20252 min read


Self-Pity vs Resilience: The Choice That Changes Everything
Mistakes don’t make you broken, they make you human. The difference is whether you meet them with self-pity or resilience. Here’s how Meg reframed a mistake into an opportunity — and how you can too.
Megan Holloway
Oct 6, 20252 min read


What If You’re Not Lost - You’re Just Building It Differently?
You’re not broken, behind, or lost. You’re just building your own path - and that won’t look like anyone else’s. Here’s what that really means, and why Meg’s done with cookie-cutter “best life” advice.
Megan Holloway
Sep 30, 20252 min read


Why You Don’t Have to Lead with Your Pain to Be Understood
Always feel the need to explain your trauma or struggles before anything else? In this blog, Meg explores why you don’t need to lead with your pain to be seen, heard, or valued - and how you can start owning your strengths instead.
Megan Holloway
Sep 23, 20252 min read
3 Books I Recommend to Every Client (And Honestly, Anyone Who’ll Listen)
Whether you want pure empowerment, a simple guide to understanding your brain, or a kickstart to making big life changes, these three books have got you covered. From Brianna Wiest’s thought-provoking essays to Dr. Steve Peters’ clever brain breakdown, and Gay Hendricks’ call to stop self-sabotage—this is your ultimate mindset starter pack. Ready to transform your thinking and take action? Dive in and don’t forget to share with your group chat!
Megan Holloway
Sep 15, 20252 min read


How to Embrace Seasonal Shifts Without Losing Your Mind
It’s September, the year’s flying by, and you’re somewhere between a back-to-school reboot and a Gilmore Girls spiral. This one’s for you if you’re feeling the shift and not sure what to do with it.
Megan Holloway
Sep 8, 20252 min read


How to find clarity when you're overwhelmed...
Feeling stuck, scattered, or mentally drained? You’re not broken—you’re just carrying too much. In this post, discover how to find clarity when you're overwhelmed by letting go of what no longer serves you and taking small, purposeful steps forward.
Megan Holloway
Sep 4, 20252 min read


What Really Happens When Women Gather: Lessons From 10 Joy-Fuelled Retreats in the Lake District
Let’s get one thing straight: these retreats are not about fancy spas, surface-level chats, or pretending life is perfect. They’re...
Megan Holloway
Aug 28, 20252 min read


Why Bottomless Brunch Isn’t Filling You Up (And What To Do Instead)
Bottomless brunch might fill your plate, but it won’t fill your soul. In this post, I break down why quick fixes leave us craving more - and why a retreat could be the reset you actually need.
Megan Holloway
Aug 21, 20252 min read


The If/Then Method: The Easiest Way to Build Habits That Actually Stick
Struggling to stick to new habits? You’re not lazy - your brain just hates effort. The If/Then Method uses simple “IF [situation] → THEN [action]” rules to cut decision fatigue, ditch willpower, and make habits stick. No drama, no perfect plan - just real action. Because joy isn’t a reward you wait for, it’s the foundation you build from.
Megan Holloway
Aug 15, 20252 min read


Starting a Business Before You Feel Ready: Why Confidence Comes After, Not Before
You don’t need more clarity. You need to stop waiting for permission.
This isn’t a post about perfect business plans or step-by-step strategies. It’s a call-out - and a call forward. Because if you’re sitting on a business idea, telling yourself you’ll start when you feel ready, spoiler alert: readiness is a myth. Confidence comes after the leap, not before it. Here’s what happens when you stop overthinking, start taking messy action, and choose to build your joy now - not so
Megan Holloway
Aug 5, 20252 min read


How to Do Your Best Without Burning Out (The Joy Project Way)
Learn how to do your best without burning out. Discover simple ways to focus on what matters, honour your energy, and build joyful, sustainable progress.
Megan Holloway
Jul 29, 20252 min read


What You Actually Control: How to Feel Grounded and Calm Fast
Feeling overwhelmed? Discover what you can control - and how to feel calmer and more grounded fast. The Joy Project way.
Megan Holloway
Jul 22, 20252 min read
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