Looking ahead to 2026 with a new vision for how you want to live and work
Happy December!
We have one month left in 2025. Did the year go quickly for you, or did it drag? If you have been enjoying the pace this year, what did you do to keep the gentle/successful/fulfilling momentum to help you achieve your goals and dreams?
As you work this month, securing meetings, attending appointments, and sustaining current clients, take a moment to write down what you are enjoying, and what you would like to change.
Start preparing how you want to work and live in 2026.
Having recently turned 60, as the new decade stands before me, making some changes has been on my mind too. What do I want to create next? Where can I help more people realise their potential? My husband Mark turns 60 on Saturday too, so we have been having lots of wonderful conversations about turning 60 and visualising options for the next ten years!
Choose to change…
Have you been having thoughts of how you want to change your life again? Are you seeking a reset, inspiration, or a new vision for your work and life?
Are you having a milestone birthday or a crossroads in your life or business, and looking to do something different or find a new purpose that fulfils you?
I have teamed up with Claire Linley, an experienced mindset and relationship coach based here in the Algarve. Claire is originally from Australia, where she had a successful ten-year career in Corporate Communications and presenting on Australian TV. Claire settled in Lagos 12 years ago and is turning 60 next year too!
From working with couples, families and business owners for over 15 years, she brings a wealth of experience, also shares NLP methodologies and transformation tools and has a brilliant technique to reduce anxiety and regain clarity of thought and true feelings.
We’re excited to bring this alive for you to empower you with what’s next.
Create new choices…
In 2026, we will be holding space during AmberLife Retreats to empower you together to create new choices for you and your future.
I have 25 years of experience in running businesses in hospitality, retail, recruitment, business coaching and training. Always working with a passion to help and empower people to realise their potential and go for their dreams and goals.
Together, we will hold a reflective, relaxing yet dynamic and fun environment to help you make those shifts, and find clarity to bring your dreams to life.
We’ll help you shift whatever is holding you back, and set a new course, a new pathway, a new vision for your work, life and relationships.
Give yourself the gift of time to explore your dreams.
Putting yourself in the driving seat and in the powerful position of choice.
We realise the world is chaotic and messy in places, but it’s not your identity. As empaths, we understand it’s hard not to get caught up and feel the energy of what’s out there, and forget to focus on what’s inside you. We’re going to go there instead, for a change. We’re going to see and hear you.
Have a look and let me know your feedback. Which dates work for you?
If you prefer to work one-to-one, with your own group or team, talk to us about holding a Private Retreat curated just for you. We want to create a memorable experience for you.
Book a free consultation here or email me here.

Here I am with Claire, at one of our planning meetings. The sun was shining, and the conversation flowed!
What plans can I help you with in 2026?
WhatsApp me on +351 961 640 833 / +447968 016585 or email me and share what’s on your mind.
Have a wonderful few weeks in the run-up to Christmas and the New Year celebrations.
Remember to make a few notes over these next few weeks on how you want to work and live in 2026.
Notice what you notice!
To your success and happiness,
Jo James xx