Thanks very much Anita.

I had a good few days in Rome. Back late last night, minor bicker with my partner today but otherwise good. Hope all is well.

Yes, time does fly, mad to think it’s been 10 years.

I am trying to get as fit as possible and in the best shape I have been. I have been training and eating clean and like the purpose of getting in the best shape i can at 40. Gives me someting to focus on & work towards with discipline and dedication.

Hi Anita,

Hope you have been keeping well.

I have been busy with work and staying active etc which is postive. Work has been busy and quite stressful but continue to do my best whilst looking elsewhere. No real progress on the looking elsewhere front as not much out there.

Turn 40 in a few weeks and I know my partner has planned a trip. Guess its a funny birthday as makes me reflect and wonder if i am where i thought would be etc. Guess I didn’t expect to in a unhappy job etc.

Happy New Year Anita.

I hope 2026 has started well for you.

I am back at work, had an annual review which on the whole was fine. Part of which was my boss feeding back some feedback from other staff members (which was anonymous). Those that worked closely with me were positive and the wider team who don’t work with me not so much.

Its a big team with lots of big personalties and I am on the quiet side and just get my head down and do the work. I have no desire to be loud and scream and shout about what I do but that is the culture where i am and because I am in a senior role its almost expected.

I will keep my head down at work and up in sprit while I continue to focus on fitness and health outside of work and work on a long term plan career wise. I turn 40 in March and would like to feel better about things by then.

Thanks Anita,

I hope you are well.

I have had a relaxing weekend so far with fresh air and dog walks. Going to do some admin this afternoon and look to see if there are any jobs worth applying for before relaxing ahead of work tomorrow.

Thanks,
Tom

Hi Anita,

Thanks for reaching out.

I am ok, have been getting on with things and was in a good space but last week or so has been tough. Found myself being more negative which isn’t like me just with the news in the world etc bringing me down. Work has been political also which hasn’t helped. All of this coupled with a bit of ‘man flu’ has just impacted my mood. I keep powering on and looking for my purpose.

Hope you are ok.

Tom

Thanks Anita,

I needed to hear that, today has been a tough day with quite a few issues that have made me doubt myself even more. I am waiting at the airport now, will hopefully have a good sleep when home tonight and then do my best tomorrow and hope it goes well.