I’ll be honest… I nearly didn’t write this.
March has felt like one of those months where uncertainty wasn’t just something I was talking about with clients - it was something I was living, breathing, and navigating in real time.
And maybe you’ve felt that too.
Not always in big, dramatic ways… but in the quieter moments: When you’re trying to make a decision and nothing feels clear. When the world feels heavy, unpredictable, or overwhelming. When you notice your energy dipping and you’re not quite sure why.
I’ve had moments like that this month.
Moments where I’ve caught myself overthinking, trying to “figure it all out,” or feeling that subtle undercurrent of unease that’s hard to name.
And what I’ve come to realise is this:
Uncertainty doesn’t just challenge our plans… It challenges our sense of safety.
When the World Feels Unsteady
We’re living in times where there’s a lot happening - globally, socially, economically and even if we’re not directly impacted, our nervous system still feels it.
It seeps into our daily lives: Into our work Into our relationships Into how we show up for ourselves
And sometimes, without even realising it, we start holding our breath… waiting for things to settle.
But what if things don’t settle in the way we expect?
What Has Been Grounding Me
One thing I’ve been very conscious of this month is grounding - not as something I do occasionally, but as a daily practice.
I notice when my mind starts to wander too far ahead, trying to solve everything at once… and I gently bring myself back.
Back to what’s in front of me. Back to what I can do today.
Staying focused on what I have to do - one step at a time - has been a quiet anchor.
Working with my clients has also been a deeply grounding force for me each day.
Holding space for them in their challenges, walking alongside them as they navigate their struggles, and finding ways together to support their wellbeing… it’s a reminder of what truly matters.
And in supporting them, I’m reminded - again and again - to honour my own needs too.
Finding Steadiness in Movement
Another unexpected gift this month has been preparing for the Camino, which I’ll be walking next week.
Being “in training” has brought me back to something I’ve always loved - long hikes, fresh air, and that simple rhythm of putting one foot in front of the other.
There’s something incredibly grounding about walking.
It clears the mind. It softens the noise. It reconnects me - not just to nature, but to myself.
And just as importantly, it’s reminded me how vital connection is.
The small conversations, the shared smiles, the sense of being part of something bigger - we need that as human beings.
As I look ahead to this journey, I feel a sense of excitement… not just for the walk itself, but for what it represents.
Space. Freedom. Permission to simply be.
Conversations That Stayed With Me This Month
I’ve also had the privilege of speaking with some truly inspiring guests on 'The Sharon Fitzmaurice Podcast' this month - each of them a reminder of the strength of the human spirit, even in the face of uncertainty and adversity.
From Patrick Dempsey, sharing his journey as a double lung transplant recipient, to Dr Janine van Someren sharing for the first time - her own personal story of panic attacks and the release of her new book in April, Tim Sharp challenging how we think about leadership and the future of work, Andy Steele speaking openly about PTSD recovery, and Siobhan Keenan Fitzgerald amplifying the voices of children as the change makers of the future.
Each conversation has been a grounding moment in itself - a reminder that even in uncertain times, resilience, courage, and hope continue to rise. You can listen here to all these wonderful conversations.
A Gentle Reminder
If you’re feeling the weight of uncertainty right now, you’re not alone.
You don’t need to have everything figured out. You don’t need to rush to clarity.
Maybe it’s about coming back - gently to yourself. To what is here. To what is steady.
A breath. A step. A moment of awareness.
And trusting that, even in uncertain times, you can create your own sense of grounding within.
As I step into my Camino journey next week, I’m leaning into that trust - allowing myself the space to walk, to reflect, and to simply be.
I’d love to bring you along in some small way… and share what unfolds along the path.
you can follow my journey over on instagram
Sharon Fitzmaurice