Catriona Lawlor Coaching
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✨Holistic Well Being & Mindset Coaching
✨Guiding you to balance, self discovery & emotional health
Sometimes the problem isn’t that you’re not motivated.
It’s that the way you’re talking to yourself is making everything feel harder.
In a recent coaching session, we started with something that looked like procrastination.
She had huge expectations for herself, wasn’t getting everything done, and was feeling frustrated and exhausted.
So we broke it down.
Smaller goals.
Smaller steps.
Something actually achievable.
But as we peeled back the layers, something deeper showed up.
The self-talk.
“I can’t do this.”
“I’ll never finish it.”
“I’m useless.”
“I’ll never get this done.”
When you repeat thoughts like these often enough, they can start to feel like facts.
And that’s where limiting beliefs can quietly shape your behaviour.
You put things off.
You avoid starting.
You set yourself impossible standards.
Then you beat yourself up for not achieving them.
It becomes a cycle.
Coaching isn’t about simply telling yourself to “think positive”.
It’s about noticing the patterns, challenging what you’ve been telling yourself, and learning to respond to yourself differently.
Because sometimes the shift you need isn’t a bigger goal.
It’s a different conversation with yourself.
What are you repeatedly telling yourself that you might need to question?
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27/09/2026
You’ve taken care of everyone else. But when was the last time you really checked in with yourself?
You can be capable, busy, independent and still feel like you’ve lost touch with yourself somewhere along the way.
Maybe you’re constantly thinking about everyone else’s needs.
Maybe you’re saying yes when you really mean no.
Maybe you’re craving some clarity around what you actually want next.
Or maybe you don’t need to “fix” anything at all.
You simply need somewhere to pause.
On Wednesday 7th October, I’ll be in Killarney offering three private 1:1 sessions.
✨ 1:1 Coaching
A confidential space to explore what’s going on beneath the surface, gain clarity and begin making changes that feel right for you.
✨ Reiki
A deeply restful space to slow down, receive and reconnect with yourself.
As a qualified Mental Health Nurse and Life Coach, my approach is grounded, compassionate and practical — with space for the whole person.
Appointments:
10am | 12pm | 2pm
If one of those times feels like it might be for you, DM me and I’ll send you the details.
Gift yourself this time 🤍
21/09/2026
A little feedback from a recent session with secondary school teachers & SNAs 🩷
I was asked to deliver a session around self-care, stress and looking after ourselves, something that feels more important than ever for those working in education.
I absolutely loved being in the room with this group and having the opportunity to create some space for them to pause, reflect and think about their own wellbeing.
And then I received this message afterwards...
“Everything you said really resonated with me.
It’s just so important to look after ourselves.”
These are the moments that remind me why I love this work.
Creating space for people to pause, breathe, reflect and reconnect with themselves - whether that’s through coaching, wellbeing workshops or group sessions.
Thank you for the lovely feedback. 🥹🩷
20/09/2026
Your brain is listening to what you repeatedly tell it.
And the good news?
You can give it something new to practise.
✨ Change your self-talk
Notice the way you speak to yourself and begin to choose words that support rather than sabotage you.
✨ Write your goals down
Get them out of your head and onto paper. Revisit them regularly.
✨ Choose your attitude
You can’t always choose what happens, but you can practise choosing how you respond.
✨ Reframe situations
Instead of “I can’t do this” → “This is challenging, but I can take the next step.”
✨ Make space for stillness
Meditation, breathing, or simply sitting quietly can help you notice your thoughts rather than automatically reacting to them.
✨ Take small, repeated action
You don’t need to overhaul your life overnight. Small actions, repeated consistently, can create meaningful change.
Small thoughts.
Small choices.
Small actions.
Repeated often.
That’s where change begins. 🤍
What is one thing you’re going to practise differently this week?
ThePathwayCoach
Your brain is listening to what you repeatedly tell it.
And the good news?
You can give it something new to practise.
✨ Change your self-talk
Notice the way you speak to yourself and begin to choose words that support rather than sabotage you.
✨ Write your goals down
Get them out of your head and onto paper. Revisit them regularly.
✨ Choose your attitude
You can’t always choose what happens, but you can practise choosing how you respond.
✨ Reframe situations
Instead of “I can’t do this” → “This is challenging, but I can take the next step.”
✨ Make space for stillness
Meditation, breathing, or simply sitting quietly can help you notice your thoughts rather than automatically reacting to them.
✨ Take small, repeated action
You don’t need to overhaul your life overnight. Small actions, repeated consistently, can create meaningful change.
Small thoughts.
Small choices.
Small actions.
Repeated often.
That’s where change begins. 🤍
What is one thing you’re going to practise differently this week?
ThePathwayCoach
18/09/2026
A lovely day of celebration and reflection 🤍
It was such a privilege to celebrate the achievements of this wonderful group of students, alongside fellow tutors, as part of the Workability Programme with IRD Duhallow.
Over the time I’ve had the pleasure of working with this group, I’ve seen so much growth, self-belief, confidence and resilience. Watching them develop, overcome challenges and recognise their own strengths has been incredibly rewarding.
These are the moments that remind me why I love the work I do supporting people to recognise their potential, believe in themselves and take their next steps with confidence.
A huge thank you to Melissa Holland for the opportunity, and to Brigid Ide Walsh for the trust and support that allowed me to work with such a fantastic group.
And of course, it was a pleasure to work alongside fellow tutors Mike Guerin, Sharon Cregg and Ailbe Coffey.
Most importantly, a huge congratulations to all of the students. You should be incredibly proud of yourselves and everything you have achieved. 👏✨
Thank you for allowing me to be part of your journey. 🤍
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17/09/2026
Ever wonder what an hour of energy healing actually feels like?
Come and join me in a coaching session! This is a gentle invitation for 1:1 coaching and energy healing sessions which are running in person in Killarney on the 19th of September. Available time slots are 12 noon or 4pm.
No experience needed. Just come as you are and see what shifts.
DM me to grab one of the last spots 🤍
12/09/2026
Some weeks all you need is one quiet hour that’s entirely yours.
I’m offering 1:1 energy healing and coaching sessions in person in Killarney on the 19th of September. Two time slots available, 12 noon and 4pm. ☺️
Whether you’re craving stillness, clarity, or just some space to hear yourself think, this hour is for you.
DM me to book your spot 🤍
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