I have been coaching business colleagues for more than 20 years

I have been parenting for 25 years

I am a massive introvert (my personality profile is INFJ)

I have had Eating Disorders since I was 19

I lost 30% of my bodyweight (70Ib) when I was 19 and have been fascinated by nutrition and exercise ever since

I do physical training (for my mental well being) at least five times a week and have done so for the last 35 years. At one of the gyms I trained at my nickname was, apparently, 'Moody Machine' because I didn't speak to anyone and I always trained very hard

I have personal experience of Clinical Depression

I suffered from chronic low self-esteem until I was 50

I am twice divorced (both times unexpectedly)

I am now a card-carrying optimist