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

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Irish Ancestral Wisdom, Spirituality and the Creative Imagination

This week I had the privilege of speaking with Dr Ger Moane about her debut novel Keeper of Stones, a book rooted in Irish mythology, ancestral memory and the sacred landscapes of ancient Ireland. Our conversation invited a deeper reflection on how story, spirituality and psychology intertwine, and how ancestral wisdom continues to inform our personal journeys in the present.

Ger’s work bridges multiple worlds. As a former associate professor of psychology at University College Dublin, she specialised in human development, gender and sexuality. Today, as a writer and shamanic practitioner, she brings that academic depth together with mythic imagination, emotional intelligence and lived spiritual experience. Keeper of Stones has already resonated widely, earning a place on the Irish Times bestseller list and drawing readers into a story that feels both ancient and timely.

One of the themes that emerged during our conversation was the idea that ancestral knowledge is not merely historical or symbolic, it is embodied. It moves through our families, our choices, our identities and even through the creative imagination. Ger and I spoke about how change, transition and grief can become pathways into deeper awareness, and how the loss of loved ones can soften the heart enough to sense the unseen. Many people feel a longing to understand or feel the presence of those who have passed, to recognise that connection doesn’t end when a life does. It was beautiful to explore how psychology, spirituality and ancestral belief all meet here.

The landscapes surrounding Newgrange became another point of reflection. Ger described the land not as scenery, but as witness, holding memory, story and energy across thousands of years. Ancient sites, stone circles and earthworks are part of a continuity of wisdom that still speaks, if we take the time to listen. This way of seeing invites us back into relationship with the land itself, acknowledging that our ancestors understood this connection intuitively.

Our conversation also touched on how story becomes a form of activism, healing and social engagement. Ancestral wisdom becomes relevant when it guides the way we show up in the world. Speaking up for equality, dignity and human rights is not about being right, but about honouring the truth that our humanity is measured by how we treat one another. These are old teachings made new again.

What stayed with me long after we finished recording was the reminder that the worlds of story, spirit and psyche are far from separate. They braid together through lineage, imagination and lived experience. They accompany us through loss and growth, and they offer us a sense of belonging to ourselves, to our land, and to those who came before us.

Listen to the Full Episode

If you are drawn to Irish mythology, ancestral healing, spirituality, grief, psychology, this is a conversation that will nourish you.

🎧 Listen here

Sharon Fitzmaurice
Holistic Wellness Coach, Author & Podcast Host