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Joy and Purpose Coaching
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Reimagining What’s Possible
As someone who has gone through major life transitions, raised three children as a single mother, rebuilt a career after significant personal challenges, and spent more than 26 years working in education and community well-being, I know that life after 50 isn’t winding down. It’s a recalibration. A redefining. A moment to take stock and choose what comes next, with intention, confidence, and a sense of possibility.
This space has been created for people like us, people with rich experience, deep resilience, and a desire to stay connected, engaged, curious, and purposeful. Not because we need fixing or directing, but because every stage of life deserves the right tools, the right conversations, and the right community around you.
Joy and Purpose is not about selling coaching or programmes. It’s a resource hub: a place to find guidance, ideas, tools, reflection prompts, articles, and well-being practices designed specifically for adults over 50 who are navigating shifts in identity, work, relationships, energy, and direction.
Whether you’re adjusting to an empty nest, exploring new interests, rekindling old passions, facing health or career changes, or simply wanting to feel more grounded and connected, you will find something here that meets you where you are.
My work is shaped by decades of experience as:
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A former teacher with a deep understanding of human development and lifelong learning
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An EMCC-accredited coach who has supported individuals through change, loss, reinvention, and rediscovery
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A community builder who founded Coaches Supporting Coaches - Dubai, centred on ethical practice, wellbeing, and mutual support
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A mother, a survivor, and someone who knows firsthand the power of hope, humour, reflection, and small, steady steps
This next chapter of life can be meaningful, expansive, and full of unexpected joy, not because everything is perfect, but because you finally get to do life on your own terms.
I’m glad you’re here.
Let’s explore what’s possible, one insight, one resource, and one brave step at a time.
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All resources are free and downloadable
A simple way to find what’s most relevant to you.
There’s no “right” place to start. Choose whatever speaks to you today and return whenever you need support, clarity, or a moment of reflection.
Additional Topics
Mental Health
Careers: Pivot Smart, Lead Strong
Sex & Relationships
Health Conditions
Neurodivergent Disorders
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ADHD: It’s Not About Being Scattered, It’s About Being Wired Differently
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Autism: Understanding a Different Way of Experiencing the World
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Dysgraphia: When Written Expression Feels Like a Mountain, not a Page
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Dyspraxia (DCD): When Everyday Tasks Feel Harder Than They Look
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD): More Than Rituals, Routines & Stereotypes
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Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD): When the World Feels Too Loud, Too Bright, Too Much
🎥 3 Coaches 1 Topic & Pull Up a Sandbag: YouTube Podcast
🎙️ 3 Coaches 1 Topic
Three coaches. One powerful conversation.
Quick, insightful episodes where coaching, well-being and real-life experience meet. Each topic is unpacked with practical tools, honest perspectives and strategies you can use straight away.
🎙️ Pull Up a Sandbag
Real talk for men’s mental and emotional well-being.
Honest conversations about the challenges men face but rarely voice. From stress and identity shifts to confidence, purpose and connection, this is a safe space to feel understood and supported.
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E01 | What Is The Difference Between a Niche & a Job Title?
(Donna Burfield, Jihen Gatti & Silvia Bottini)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E02 | Is There a Difference Between Fitting In & Belonging
(Donna Burfield, Garineh Serpekian & Nevena Bazalac)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E03 | Purpose: How Important Is It To Have Purpose in Your Life & What Is It?
(Donna Burfield, Wendy Shaw & Jihen Gatti)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E04 | How Can We Develop Resilience & Avoid Falling Into The Trap Of Entitlement?
(Donna Burfield, Wendy Shaw & Garineh Serpekian)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E05 | What Traits and Qualities Make Someone a Good Role Model?
(Donna Burfield, Silvia Bottini & Jihen Gatti)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E06 | Changing State: Responding to Negative Emotions for Positive Growth
(Donna Burfield, Jihen Gatti & Garineh Serpekian)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E07 | What Is It About Nostalgic Memories That Make The Spirit of Christmas So Special?
(Donna Burfield, Wendy Shaw & Carol Glynn)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E08 | Let's Talk About Coaching, Professional Development & EMCC Accreditation
(Donna Burfield, Paul Smith, Adele Jacobs)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E09 | Getting Back on Track After the Festive Season With Your Finances & Health
(Donna Burfield, Garineh Serpekian & Carol Glynn)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E10 | How to Overcome Feeling Stuck and Get Started on Your Goals?
(Donna Burfield, Jihen Gatti, Liz Cresci)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E11 | NLP - What Is It & Is It Really As Powerful As It's Made Out to Be?
(Donna Burfield, Maxine Tolbert & Wendy Shaw)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E12 | What’s in Your Shadow Waiting to Be Claimed? - Switching Careers & Feeding Your Passion
(Donna Burfield, Garineh Serpekian & Kelly Turner)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E13 | Dubai - Expat Living - Breaking Stereo Types Portrayed On Reality TV!
(Donna Burfield, Silvia Bottini & Carol Glynn)
Pull Up a Sandbag: E14/01 | Introducing: Pull Up a Sandbag – Focusing on Men’s Well-being
(Donna Burfield, Andy Shepherd & Paul Smith)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E15 | Qualifications vs the University of Life: Does the ‘University of Life’ Count For Anything?
(Donna Burfield, Wendy Shaw & Laurence Brown)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E16 | Celebrating the Unsung Heroes: Who's Flying Under the Radar in Your Community?
(Donna Burfield, Adrienne Potter & Silvia Bottini)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E17 | The Benefits of Failing Forward: How It Led Us to Better Outcomes & Opportunities
(Donna Burfield, Wendy Shaw & Jihen Gatti)
Pull Up a Sandbag: E18/02 | Pull Up a Sandbag - When is Your Masculinity in Danger?
(Donna Burfield, Bob Gualtieri & Paul Smith)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E19 | Living with & Supporting Loved Ones Diagnosed with Cancer
(Donna Burfield, Adrienne Potter & Garineh Serpekian)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E20 | The Highs & Lows of Building & Running an Online Community
(Donna Burfield, Wendy Shaw & Adele Jacobs)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E21 | Positive Intelligence: Boosting Your Mental Fitness, Mindset & Performance
(Donna Burfield, Jihen Gatti & Nancy Sawyer)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E22 | Inspiring Loyalty and Engagement in the Workplace
(Donna Burfield, Erika Gardenal & Liz Cresci)
Pull Up a Sandbag: E23/03 | Pull Up a Sandbag - What Are the Challenges Faced By Men Due to Social Media?
(Donna Burfield, Andy Shepherd & Bob Gualtieri)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E24 | Align Your Values, Unleash Your Potential: Insights to Living a Fulfilling Life
(Donna Burfield, Aliyah Mohyeddin & Wendy Shaw)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E25 | How to Manage Chronic Pain and Still Have A Positive Mindset
(Donna Burfield, Garineh Serpekian & Adele Jacobs)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E26 | The Power of Balance: Nurturing Feminine Energy in a Masculine World
(Donna Burfield, Kelly Turner & Liz Cresci)
Pull Up a Sandbag: E27/04 | Pull Up a Sandbag - Finding Your Way Back: Harnessing Your Mental Strength to Combat Suicidal Thoughts
(Donna Burfield, Andy Shepherd & Paul Smith)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E28 | Goals: Actions vs Manifestation, Choosing the Right Approach for You
(Donna Burfield, Wendy Shaw & Mawada Alwazir)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E29 | Practising Self-Care During & After Cancer Treatment
(Donna Burfield, Garineh Serpekian & Adrienne Potter)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E30 | Communication: The Stories We Tell Ourselves & Others
(Donna Burfield, Wendy Shaw & Kerry Smith)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E31 | Building Healthy Relationships: The Art of Connection
(Donna Burfield, Wendy Shaw & Liz Cresci)
Pull Up a Sandbag: E32/05 | Pull Up a Sandbag - Embracing Fatherhood: Understanding its Meaning and the Responsibilities Men Face
(Donna Burfield, Bob Gualtieri & Andy Shepherd)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E33 | Exploring Your Multiple Brains with Creativity, Compassion and Courage, Through mBraining
(Donna Burfield, Wendy Shaw & Umar Khan)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E34 | The Power of Effective Feedback: From Disempowering to Empowering
(Donna Burfield, Wendy Shaw & Paul Smith)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E35 | From Theory to Practice: Mastering Coaching Skills with 'The Coach's Casebook’
(Donna Burfield, Dr Joan Swart & Paul Smith)
Pull Up a Sandbag: E36/06 | Pull Up a Sandbag - Strength Within: Supporting Men's Mental Health through Mental Health Training and Services
(Donna Burfield, Paul Smith & Michael Earle)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E37 | The Coach's Toolkit: Essential Considerations for Choosing a Coaching Platform
(Donna Burfield, Adele Jacobs & Paul Smith)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E38 | Network Effect: Amplifying Your Reach, One Connection at a Time
(Donna Burfield, Tricia Evans & Wendy Shaw)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E39 | Stop Blaming Others & Start Mastering Self-Discipline: The Path to Personal Accountability
(Donna Burfield, Maxine Tolbert & Liz Cresci)
Pull Up a Sandbag: E40/07 | Pull Up a Sandbag - The Evolving Man: Navigating Identity in a Changing World
(Donna Burfield, Michael Earle & Mason Dyson Roberts)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E41 | Exploring Higher Consciousness: Transpersonal Psychology in Coaching
(Donna Burfield, Kelly Turner & Mary-Rita McGuire)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E42 | Explore the Power of Collaboration with CSC International Community
(Donna Burfield, Wendy Shaw, Paul Smith, & Maxine Tolbert)
3 Coaches 1 Topic: E43 | The Balancing Act: Best Practices for Parent-Teacher Collaborations
(Donna Burfield, Bronwyne van Zyl & Laura Laugier)
Pull Up a Sandbag: E44/08 | Pull Up a Sandbag - Removing the Mask: How, Why & Finding Your Tribe
(Donna Burfield, Mason Dyson Roberts & Craig White)
Hey there!
I'm Donna Burfield
After turning 50, I relocated back to the UK after nearly 30 years in the Middle East and navigated a series of major life transitions, including a mini stroke, cancer, and other serious health challenges. I know firsthand the emotional, physical, and financial upheaval that midlife can bring, and the mix of fear, clarity, and surprising liberation that follows.
With 26 years in education, a background in coaching, and a life lived through reinvention, resilience, and stubborn determination, I’ve created this space as a calm, supportive resource hub for adults over 50.
If you’re exploring who you are now, what matters next, or how to move through this chapter with more confidence and curiosity, you’re in the right place.
Testimonials
Client Success Stories
“Donna is an incredibly talented, natural coach. Her values-centered guidance challenged me to think beyond just my skills and focus more on finding my full potential that would capitalize on my passions and strengths. Her uplifting, positive, and fun personality makes her easy to open up to and wonderful to work with. She has not only been an amazing coach but also a great peer in the coaching program we attended together. Donna is truly one-of-a-kind, and I would recommend her to anyone looking for an energetic, talented, and deeply passionate coach.”
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Tarja Stephens
“Donna is so very warm and inviting. I felt connected with her right away and that enhanced my trust. Her joyful presence made me call her Donna Joy because her smile is contagious. She was very engaging and genuinely interested and focuses on helping me get the best out of each coaching session. She listens attentively and is empathetic. She has a wealth of experience personally and professionally and a huge heart. She helped me balance my reflections and tap into my own solutions. I felt acknowledged, inspired, and empowered working with her. Thank you very much, dear Donna JOY.”
Marwa Nasser
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