Welcome to My First Ever Blog

I’m So Excited to Share This With You

I’ve thought long and hard about the commitment of writing blog posts in 2026… and I’ve decided to make it a priority.

It really matters to me to stay connected with you - to share tools, tips, stories, and the little things that come up along the way.

You may have noticed the title of this blog. 'Why I’m Committing to 20 Blog Posts in 2026 (Not 52)'

You might be thinking… only 20?
And yes - 20.

Because 20 is a number that feels manageable and achievable for my brain.

But here’s what you should know.

When I first thought about blogging, my original plan (and it was a very loud plan) was to write one post a week. Surely that can’t be that hard?

Then I listened to podcasts from successful business women who all said the same thing:
“You must post at least one blog a week.”

So part of me went,
Well… if that’s what it takes to build my business and sell my e-books, then that’s what I’ll have to do.

But something about it didn’t sit right in my body. The idea of committing to 52 posts a year felt heavy and uneasy.

I did make a start - I wrote three blogs just to get ahead. Thankfully, I hadn’t announced anything publicly yet, because when I shared my plan with my ADHD life coach, she gently asked me the right questions.

She didn’t tell me what to do…
…but her questions helped me listen to what my body already knew:

Every week is too much for me.

So I went back to the plan and chose something that actually fits me.

I chose 20.

That number doesn’t lock me into weekly pressure. It gives me flexibility. I can write four in a row if that’s how my brain is working (and honestly… it often is). I tend to work in fits and starts.

But this time, I’m doing something differently.

I also have a system.

Why This Time Is Different

If you’re anything like me, you’ll recognise this pattern…

Every New Year, I’d set a big goal. With the best intentions in the world, I’d say,
“This is the year.”

And then… it would quietly fall apart.

Looking back, I can see why.

1. I didn’t realise I had ADHD, so I didn’t understand that goal-setting needs to look different for an ADHD brain.

2. And most of my goals were impulsive - big energy, big excitement - but with no systems underneath them.

This time is different.

Goals Don’t Happen Through Motivation Alone

I now know that my goals don’t happen through motivation.
They happen through simple systems.

And systems only stick when they’re supported by gentle habits.

I can build habits - but they’re much easier to maintain when there’s structure underneath them.

For this blog, that structure looks like:

• A protected time each week for writing
• A running list of blog ideas so I never start from scratch
• A clear publishing process so I always know what the next step is

So the habit of writing isn’t about feeling ready.
It’s about following a clear, kind system.

Because if I want this blog to exist, it doesn’t start with 'trying harder.'
It starts with a system, and then the habits that keep that system alive.

My Five Simple Systems Below 👇

1 - Time Blocking: I’ve blocked out a couple of hours each week for this. (And yes… I know that sounds like a lot for short blog, but between writing, adding images, and setting everything properly, it really does take that time.)

2 - Planning Time: This blog won’t just magically appear. I need space to think about what I want to share with you, what feels helpful, and what’s coming up.

3 - Gentle Accountability: By telling you that I’m doing this, I’ve created accountability in a kind, supportive way. I'm hoping you get to read them yourself and keep count of how the new system is working for me to be able to support you.

4 - Using an Integrated Platform: I’ve chosen a system that keeps everything in one place, which saves my brain a lot of energy. And it even has a little chatbot built in that I can lean on when I get stuck with the tech side of things (which, let’s be honest, definitely happens).

5 - Progress, Not Perfection: This is a mantra I have to remind myself of daily. If I waited for everything to be perfect, I’d never press send. So instead, I’m choosing to show up as I am, do the best I can with the time I have available.

If it feels right for you, I’ve included some Coach Approach questions below that you’re welcome to explore. They’re linked to the theme of this blog post, and I hope that if you choose to reflect on them, your answers bring you clarity, insight, and maybe even a small spark about what could be next.

Until Next Time...

This blog isn’t about perfection. It’s about showing up in a way that works for real life, real brains, and real energy levels.

I’m really grateful you’re here with me at the beginning of this.