Author Archives: Sandra Madeira

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About Sandra Madeira

I am a working mum and entrepreneur with a passion for writing, coaching, mentoring and inspiring others. Subjects I tend to blog about are life skills, parenting, decluttering, worklife balance, career etc. I’ve been on a decluttering mission for years creating space in my house, garden and mind. In 2020 I challenged myself to declutter every day for a whole year and write about it daily. After that success I took on a challenge to change my career from accountant to life coach, and in early 2024 set up my own company. I continue to keep up with the decluttering, and now write daily about my home life and coaching business. Have a good day! Sandra https://www.sandra@solarcoaching.co.uk https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandramadeirasmith

My First Proper Piano Lesson Was Almost 50 years Ago!

Posted on August 18, 2025 by Sandra Madeira

Sometimes, a skill you haven’t touched in decades finds its way back into your life… at exactly the right moment. 🎹 My dad encouraged me to sing and play the piano from when I was small… in fact as soon … Continue reading →

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Thinking about my dad 💙

Posted on August 4, 2025 by Sandra Madeira

I lit a candle for my dad at church yesterday as it was 9 months since he passed away 💙. It’s been a difficult time and we’re all still adjusting; however, we have so many memories as a family so … Continue reading →

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My 92 year old dad bounces back…

Posted on May 25, 2024 by Sandra Madeira

… and even adds a bit of humour. Last night my husband and I spent the whole night in hospital with my mum and dad because my dad didn’t feel well. To put this in context, my dad doesn’t usually … Continue reading →

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Is 91 too old to be coached?

Posted on April 15, 2024 by Sandra Madeira

Today I just wanted to share a special moment of feedback with you. I always skype my mum and dad every Sunday at 5pm for a couple of hours, and yesterday was no different. 😀 We have a chat and … Continue reading →

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My New Journey as a Life Coach

Posted on January 3, 2024 by Sandra Madeira

The last few months has taught me that when life throws you a curve ball, you just have to catch it and run with it. Then if it sends you another one you have to be ready to do the … Continue reading →

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A Goal Waiting to Be Reached

Posted on August 19, 2023 by Sandra Madeira

The mind of a man can lift anything Earl Nightingale, Lead the Field I like the above quote because we usually think about using our muscles to lift things. Our mind can also lift us up when faced with a … Continue reading →

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A Blank Space

Posted on August 18, 2023 by Sandra Madeira

I have had my new large glass whiteboard on the wall for 24 hours and I haven’t put a single pen mark on it, nor have I magnetised any paper to it. I have been thinking about why, and it’s … Continue reading →

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I Found a Way off the Hamster Wheel Again

Posted on July 21, 2023 by Sandra Madeira

This title of this post popped into my head this morning when I woke up after having a good nights sleep, and I knew that I was meant to turn it into a blog post. Since sorting and organising my … Continue reading →

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Taking a Moment For Yourself

Posted on May 24, 2023 by Sandra Madeira

Where do you go when you want to take yourself away from the day’s hustle and bustle? My friend finds that sitting on her stairs is the calmest place to be. I’ve noticed that my daughter does this sometimes too … Continue reading →

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A Solution for Scattered Shoes in the Hallway

Posted on April 13, 2023 by Sandra Madeira

I’m always trying to think of new solutions around the house to ease the chaos and clutter. Just before Christmas, I decided that I was fed up with the mess in the downstairs hallway. The rest of the family (and … Continue reading →

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