Transform Your Next Chapter.

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Welcome to Transform Your Next Chapter

Transformational Life Coaching

I’m Brenda Crossely, a registered nurse, qualified coach, NPL practitioner.  I’ve done the career, raised a family, been at everyone’s beck and call and also pondered ‘What’s Next’.

Once upon a time I was a nurse and thought that life would be easy when I retired. No more alarm clock (I still love that bit), no boss, no stress, I could do what I want when I want…..

Turns out, I found myself in that “what on earth do I do now?” space. Excited and raring to go but with no idea what I wanted to do. 

Transform Your Next Chapter is me sharing that journey and guiding and inspiring you on yours.

The lessons, the surprises, and the joy of figuring it out as we go.

Brenda x

You can learn more about my journey here >
Brenda Crossley, transformational life coach for women over 50

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 Read a blog or two, connect with me on Socials – start a conversation.  

And if you’re curious about working with me, just head over to the Work With Me page – that’s where the
magic happens.  This is where your next chapter begins. And it might just be better than the last one.

If you’re standing at a crossroads thinking,

“Right… what now?” you are definitely not alone.

Whether that’s after a big life shake-up, a career shift, or simply realising the old way isn’t working anymore.

Finding My Way (and Loving the Detours)

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Brenda Crossley

Enjoyment of retirement at 55

Retiring At 55 Opened A Whole New Chapter — Freedom, Fresh Opportunities, And The Joy Of Choosing How To Spend Each Day. Here’s Why I’ve Never Looked Back.

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Work With Me

You’ve done the career, raised the family, ticked the boxes (been at everyone’s beck and call….) Now it’s your turn. Yes you. No it’s not selfish. Do you really want to do what everyone else wants you to do for the rest of your life? If that’s a “NO” read on.

As a qualified coach and a career as a registered nurse, I draw on years of training and experience, NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), life coaching, and self-development strategies (plus a hefty dose of humour and straight-talking honesty) to help women over 50 get clear on what they want, challenge old patterns and beliefs, and step into the next chapter with confidence.

Whether you prefer to learn at your own pace, share the journey with a small group, or dive deep one-to-one, there’s a programme here for you.

How Will You Transform Your Next Chapter?

Find the Right Programme for You

Programme 1 - 
Clarity in the Next Chapter

See the woods for the trees.
Clear the mental clutter and discover what truly matters with this self-paced video workbook.
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Programme 2 - 
Reframe Your 
Future

So you don’t feel so lost.
An 8-week group programme to shift limiting beliefs, explore what’s possible, and take action with confidence.
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Programme 3 - 
Transform Your Next Chapter

I dare you!
A 6-month 1:1 coaching journey for bold change, clarity, and lasting transformation — built entirely around you. Create the life you’d love
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Do you sometimes look out of the window and drift off, getting a tingle in your belly where you just ‘know’ there are other things you could do, hidden talents to discover, or maybe something you could change but you don't quite know what? Or how?
I love knitting. Not clothes or anything remotely useful, but quirky little characters and animals. When I want something more mindless (so I can knit and binge watch Vera at the same time), I make blankets. Endless blankets with every colour of the rainbow. I cried when my granddaughter asked for a grey one. Honestly, it took a glass of wine per row to keep me going. And each row was only 9 stitches long. But a few bottles and many many rows later… hic.
When I was 21 I packed my bags and went to mallorca as an au pair. I lived with a mum who was the secretary of the boss of a casino. My job was to look after the little girl, playing with her and taking her to the beach. What a life!

The only problem? I didn't realise that the Spanish I was learning made me sound like a 3 year old when I tried to converse with adults, so I gave up. Although I have always been an independent sort, my lack of confidence got in the way of making the most of opportunities and I would return to my shell with every knock. 

One thing I hate - regrets. If there’s something you said or did that you regret then put it right. If you can’t then move on. (coaching can help with that by the way #just saying). Like anyone interested in self development and learning about themselves, there are some things that stick in my mind.

Such as the number one regret in the book The Top Five Regrets of the Dying by Bronnie Ware. Let me share it with you “I wish I’d had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expected of me.” Have a cup of tea and think about it. This is why I’m here.

One thing I struggle with, and that makes me swing back and forth is woo-woo. One day I’m drawn to the law of attraction, another to crystals, another day I roll my eyes and wonder what all the fuss is about. If I can’t put it in a box then I don't know where to file it. It’s not that I don’t believe, I’m definitely curious. But most of the time I just want to say “what the heck are you going on about?”
I’m here because I want to see a world where women are realising their own worth. Instead of putting themselves down, apologising for taking up space in the world and being at everyone’s beckoning, I believe that, with a bit of help, those who feel like they are in between chapters can move onto the next stage with curiosity, choice and confidence. Let’s not accept regrets, think it’s too late, or put up with the claptrap that is usually someone else’s plan for us. Be curious. Take a look inside and see who you have become. And dig out the real you whilst there's still time.

About Me

I’m Brenda, a retired NHS nurse and coach helping women over 50 navigate life’s big shifts. I believe your Next Chapter can be for you, not just about everyone else.

You don’t need to feel guilty for wanting more and you don’t have to do it alone.

Let's Figure It Out Together

Through the Transform Your Next Chapter Blog & FaceBook Group, we share:

✨   Life’s laughs
✨   Challenges
✨   ‘Aha’ moments

And all while working out who we have become and who we want to be

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Transform Your Next Chapter

You’re between chapters – and this moment matters more than you think.

Brenda Crossley

Friendly life coach Brenda Crossley helping women over 50 create fulfilling new chapters
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