HELLO!
i am Laura
I am a Mum to 2 beautiful girls, I live in Cornwall, surrounded by the ocean, in the South West of the UK and have 2 Chronic Illnesses.
Here is my story...
Ever since my late teens, I’ve been living with chronic illness. It all began with stomach issues—pain, bloating, and discomfort that felt incredibly embarrassing. After countless visits to my GP, I was finally referred to a gastroenterologist who diagnosed me with Crohn's Disease, an autoimmune condition that my body battles daily. With no cure, I learned to manage it through diet and medication.
At that time, I was a high school maths teacher in Cornwall, living six hours away from family, navigating life with my husband whilst
juggling hospital visits and the challenges of being a mum.
Despite everything, I kept compartmentalising my health struggles and never really thought of myself as "sick."
Then everything changed in November 2019 when I caught a virus that triggered a painful earache and left me with debilitating bilateral facial pain. Suddenly, my life fell apart. I bounced from doctor to doctor, often feeling unheard and doubting myself, was I making this all up? My mental health took a dive, and I felt isolated, desperately wishing for someone to talk to who understood what I was going through.
Thankfully, I eventually found the Facial Pain Association, a charity that provided me with guidance and support. They taught me that I had the power to research my doctors and request who I wanted to see, and also the importance of advocating for myself.
After leaving my job as a high school maths teacher in August 2022, I took a new role teaching and mentoring in Digital Marketing to entrepreneurs, small business owners and apprentices, all while working remotely.
Feeling freer and calmer after leaving my job at school, being able to spend more time with my kids.
In support of Trigeminal Neuralgia Awareness Day, I drew what my pain feels like through my face.
It is the same on the other side.
I am always the weirdo in the sunglasses and the hat even on a day that isn't sunny. It hurts to squint for prolonged periods of time.
Starting my new life working from home, teaching , coaching & mentoring Small Business Owners, Entrepreneurs and Apprentices .
This shift allowed me to find a better balance with my health and gave me the flexibility I desperately needed. Though I hadn’t yet received the medication that would help me, I was determined to create a work life that aligned with my dreams.
In May 2023, after nearly 4 years (and lots of money later), I finally found a doctor who listened and helped me manage my pain. As I began to regain my strength and clarity, my dreams of starting my own business reignited.
I found the confidence to start reaching out to people again, asking for help and support and working on my mental health. I started surrounding myself with the people who made me happy, who were like-minded and wanted to create an expansive life, that was on their own terms.
At the start of 2024, I chose the word "BRAVE" as my word for the year, and I am now on a mission to help others like me grow, flourish, and shine despite their chronic illness.
If I can do it, so can you!
With the right support around you,
you can do anything!
Together, we can create a life on your own terms—
one filled with freedom and possibility.
Get results like these
Working with Laura was fantastic. The sessions were deeply enjoyable. Laura was somehow able to help me make sense of the ideas and thoughts that swirl about my brain all the time... We worked out where my skills were, where my interests lie and what I wanted to achieve,
She worked with me to create a realistic schedule of work.
I started to feel capable
A very positive and useful experience. I would highly recommend Laura as an empathetic coach who inspires action and helps you get results.
Susie
Laura’s Coaching package has been transformative for me as a chronically ill mum navigating the demands of running a business, a job, family life, as well as a chronic illness .
From the beginning, Laura’s approach has been incredibly supportive and tailored to my specific needs. Her knowledge of marketing, branding, and SEO has provided me with practical tools to grow my business, but it’s her kindness and encouragement that has truly boosted my confidence.
I wholeheartedly recommend Laura’s coaching to anyone seeking supportive, insightful guidance tailored to their unique life challenges.
Bianca
Laura’s business coaching package has been a transformative experience. I gained so much from our time together, lessons that led to growth I didn’t even realize I needed!
The human element of working with someone who understands the many challenges of illness, a dream & family was super comforting
Laura’s compassionate and friendly approach made every session a pleasure, & her ability to cut through challenges helped me gain real clarity on what I truly wanted.
Her insights and guidance have been invaluable, and I can’t recommend her highly enough. Working with Laura is an investment in yourself and your future!
Amy
Some fun facts about me...
I love to crank some music up REALLY loud, sing at the top of my voice and dance around the kitchen with my kids!
Me and my younger daughter like to stop and smell flowers as we are walking along a road.
I like to laugh A LOT.
In my family we cannot help but crack stupid 'Dad' jokes all the time. It cracks my littlest daughter up and her laugh is so contagious, you cannot help but laugh along!
Friends are super important to me, I try to stay connected with as many as I can. I have a relatively small group of, you know, those amazing friends who would always show up for you.
They are spread all over the world...so I am always the one to ask if we can bunk up when we are travelling!
I love to binge watch seasons of programs on Netflix and other channels. My older daughter and I have watched several through at least 3 times!
I love to be outside. I love to hike. I love to breathe in the fresh air. I love to be in the mountains, whether that's snowboarding or just walking. I love to walk along a beach and swim in the ocean.
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