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Kate James

Career, leadership & confidence coach helping midlife women gain clarity, build self-belief, and create meaningful direction in work and life.

20/09/2026

A few months ago, I started exploring perfectionism after a string of clients presented with it.

At the time, I would have said I wasn’t a perfectionist. I’m okay with the house being messy (sometimes 😉), and I don’t mind making the occasional mistake.

But then I learned that perfectionism is more complex than simply having unrelenting standards. It isn’t just about wanting to be perfect.

It usually involves a vigilant inner critic, a persistent sense that you’re not good enough, and shame when you make a mistake. It’s also often linked to your sense of self-worth.

Perfectionism occurs when you tie your self-worth to achieving very high standards, and it can involve a fear of other people’s judgement or criticism.

So yes, I think I’m a perfectionist. And it turns out lots of other people are, too.

The article I wrote about perfectionism is one of the most-read articles on my website, and it includes some practical tips for dialling it down.

Perhaps this week, you can start to notice what happens when you make a mistake or feel you haven't done something well enough. See if you can catch your inner critic in action, and respond to yourself with a little more kindness.

I’ve included a link to the article below if you’d like to read it. ✨️

https://katejames.com.au/let-go-of-perfectionism/

11/09/2026

Join me and guest artist and designer, Louise Weigall tomorrow morning for this introductory workshop where you’ll be reminded of the joy of embracing your own creative practice.

- Discover the benefits of living a more creative life.
- Explore ways to overcome perfectionism and self-doubt.
- Learn simple, accessible creative practices.
- Leave with the confidence to begin being more creative.

Date: Sat 12 Sept 2026
Time: 9.30-10.30am
Where: Online
Cost: Freee

The link to join is in my bio. ✨️

06/09/2026

“I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order.” John Burroughs

My first time in the Flinders Ranges, and this landscape is truly incredible.

The vastness, the stories held within these ancient hills, and the extraordinary stillness invite you to slow down and pay attention.

But more than that, they offer a sense of perspective, a reminder that there's resilience in nature's beauty and a great capacity for healing. ✨️

📷 Chris James

02/08/2026

I’m still exploring the theme of finding direction, and this week, I started mapping out the steps that have been the most helpful over the years with clients. I thought it might be helpful to share some of these with you too.

While hunting through the bookcase, I stumbled upon psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi’s 1990 book, Flow, and I was reminded of just how relevant his work still is. I’d forgotten how much it has influenced the way I think about what energises us, what engages us, and how these things can be so helpful when we’re finding our way forward.

What I uncovered as I started writing is a little too long to share here, but I’ll be sending an article out this week. If you’re interested in reading it, you might like to jump on the mailing list (I'm including the link below).

I’d love you to join me as I explore this theme further. It’s my hope that there’ll be something in it that feels relevant to all of us. ✨

Join the mailing list: https://buff.ly/vjkruZw

26/07/2026

Lately, the idea of direction keeps coming up with clients and friends, and it has been a theme for me too.

I'm thinking about how to navigate this with intention, not rushing the process but slowing down, listening to myself, getting curious about what matters at this point in my life, and taking my time to find the next step.

I'm enjoying this feeling of following an idea and seeing where it might lead.

19/07/2026

If you're feeling exhausted or depleted right now, you might like to join the 10-Day Burnout & Exhaustion Challenge on , which begins on 22 July.

Over ten days, you'll receive a series of short, restorative practices to help you slow down, recharge and take good care of yourself. I'm honoured to be contributing the Day 5 session on self-compassion.

It's completely free to join in the Insight Timer app, and I've included the link below. ✨️

https://insig.ht/brW39k4Jz4b

14/07/2026

A lovely client told me yesterday that on a recent retreat, she let go of what felt like years of exhaustion.

She came home feeling much more like herself. Lighter, with clarity, energy, and the space to hear herself think.

If you could do with a little time to yourself, our Byron Bay retreat offers the chance to slow down and reconnect with yourself. Be nourished by beautiful meals you don’t need to cook yourself, spend time in nature and enjoy gentle yoga.

It’s an opportunity for a complete reset.

There are still a couple of lovely rooms available for this year’s retreat in November. If it feels like something you need, I’d love you to join us. ✨️

12/07/2026

Yesterday, I found a twenty-year-old notebook while tidying a cupboard and, within it, was a small section I’d called 'Miracles.'

I had written down serendipitous moments, both mine and some from my clients. The woman who wrote letters to her future partner and met exactly that man a few years later. My own note that I would love to travel for work one day, and the unexpected phone call from Tourism NT that took me to the most beautiful places. Another from a client who wrote a list describing her ideal role, one that was dramatically different from her current one, and received an unexpected phone call the very next day from someone in need of that kind of help.

There have been so many others over the ensuing years, noted in newer journals.

Maybe these things are just happy accidents, but it was a joy to read through them and to remember that sometimes, small miracles do happen.

Just over a week ago, I had another one of my own. My favourite radio show is ABC National’s Life Matters, and I had only dared to hope that one day I might have the privilege of being a guest.

Then, out of the blue, that happened.

So here’s a thought for this week. Write down something you care about. A genuine wish for whatever feels meaningful. And then, hold onto it lightly. It could be years in the making, but there’s always a chance it might happen.

And I'd love to know. Have you had one of these magical moments? ✨️

05/07/2026

Lately, I've been re-reading one of my favourite books about mindfulness, and it's been so lovely to be reminded of the basics.

It’s had me reflecting on all the ways mindfulness has changed my life, and I think maybe the most significant is how I try to show up in my relationships.

These tips aren't from the book itself, but if you're keen to explore the foundations from two of the best teachers, I recommend Mindfulness by Mark Williams and Danny Penman. It's an excellent read. ✨️

21/06/2026

“I believe the world is incomprehensibly beautiful – an endless prospect of magic and wonder.” Ansel Adams

I know it doesn't always seem this way, particularly lately, but moments like these are a lovely reminder that there is joy to be found in the smallest of things.

I hope you find a moment of magic or wonder in your week. ✨️

(And for those of you with a keen eye, the photo I shared in March included this little darling's big sister at the same age, with an earlier batch of chickens).

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