Welcome to The Empiria Project.

Where meaningful progress‍ is grounded in, not at the expense of, your wellbeing.

Hi, I’m Jess, Positive Psychology Coach & Founder of The Empiria Project.

If you’re looking for science and strategy to help you build a life that works…

you’re in the right place.

Through evidence-based coaching, I help women:

understand what’s holding them back,

reconnect with what drives them,

and create meaningful, lasting change‍ ‍in their lives.

(MSc Coaching & Positive Psychology)

Jess Rogers

About Jess

They can be painfully persistent & quietly debilitating.

Let’s call them out.

Subtle Saboteurs: 7 Hidden Beliefs Holding You Back From Growth

Meet the invisible beliefs sabotaging your success - and learn how to take back control.

This free eBook will help you spot, name, and disarm them for good.

Do you see yourself in any of these?

I’m ticking the boxes in my life but still feel something is missing.

I want to progress but not at the cost of my wellbeing or values.

I doubt and second-guess myself constantly. I’m sick of being stuck in my head.

I’m so ready for change… I just don’t know how or where to start.

If this is you, you’re exactly who The Empiria Project is for.

How can I help?

Positive Psychology Coaching

In our 1:1 sessions, we’ll get clear on what success really looks like for you, uncover your strengths & values, and shine a light on what’s been holding you back.

From there, we’ll shape a plan that feels aligned and doable - so you can start making progress with a sense of balance and purpose.

Identify your goals, blocks, and first steps.
$80 for 45 minutes
Online (In-person available on request)
Deep dive into your goals, build your systems, be held accountable.
$260 for 3 x 60 minute sessions
Online (In-person available on request)
Transformation Offer: Includes tailored tools, session notes, and between-session accountability.
6 × 60 Sessions for $550
Online (In-person available on request)

Learn more

Often we wait to feel confident before we make a decision.

But research on Self-Perception Theory flips that scenario. It suggests that we can build confidence more effectively by jumping in and 'doing the thing' first.

Action creates evidence of

Rumi was a 13th-century Persian poet, scholar and spiritual teacher... and somehow, he still sounds like he’s speaking directly to us today.

His writing explored what happens when we stop living by borrowed rules and start listening to the de

Ever find yourself thinking...

"Other people have it harder - who am I to want more?"

"I shouldn’t set firm boundaries - it will make me seem cold."

"I'll start when I feel more confident and ready."

These are

Our brains love the chase more than the catch.

That’s the dopamine loop - and it’s why we scroll, snack, check, repeat.

Breaking the dopamine loop doesn’t mean removing dopamine (we need it!).

Instead, we want to interrupt the a

Waiting to feel ready (noun)

A polished, well-intentioned way to avoid the discomfort of starting.

See also: perfectionism, procrastination, quiet fear.

The pull to “be more ready” is rooted in self-handicapping - a psychological defen

Abraham Maslow once said, “One can choose to go back toward safety or forward toward growth. Growth must be chosen again and again; fear must be overcome again and again.”

Keep choosing growth.

Because Maslow said it AND it looks great

*New Substack Post*

It was many years ago now that positive psychology first came into life.

Feeling pretty pleased that it’s never left.

Here are a few key ideas from the science of human flourishing.

I hope might be as interesting for yo

Loving this style from the @thes7udio and want to channel more of it into my life.

Maybe my next living room set-up could look like this?

Big love 😍 and plan to get @the_empiria_project into this studio someday soon.

#stylemepretty
#theempiriap

I've reading Steven Bartlett's latest book, The Diary of a CEO.

And I'm finding some pearls in there.

One idea that's stood out so far: the power of having 'skin in the game.'

Our good intentions can so rarely turn into consistent action. Skin

You know what I realised over time?

The people I felt most drawn to weren’t the ones who looked perfect.

They were the ones who could laugh at themselves, admit their mistakes, and just be human.

It’s such a relief being around peopl

Confidence is the courage to be open - to welcome change and new ideas. It is reflected in your mindset: your readiness to grow.

The view you adopt for yourself profoundly affects the way you live your life.

Dr Carol Dweck

Jess supported me over multiple job transitions and helped me to stay motivated, positive, and true to myself. She held me accountable, but even better, cheered me on.

Laura Deruyver
I feel more confident than I have done in such a long time. I know how I'm going to move forward set clear boundaries, both in and outside of work. Thanks Jess, for all you have done.

Lucy Hamblett
I'm very grateful for the chance to do coaching with Jess. I left with goals that excited me and clear steps to reach them. I feel deeply empowered by the whole process.

Jenny Salla
“I came to coaching feeling stuck and overwhelmed. Jess has this lovely way of gently helping you look forward and to get excited about your next steps. Every session was energising.

Olivia Hammond
Working with Jess helped me reconnect with what makes me tick in my career. Our sessions gave me space to pause and think clearly. I’ve loved the shift in how I see myself and what I want.

Felicity Vargas

You have ideas and dreams you never seem to act on, because something inside keeps saying not yet.

You’re ready to stop doubting your potential - and start working with your mind, not against it.

You’re craving a version of growth that feels grounded, sustainable, and true to who you are.

If you see yourself in these,

our signature program the…

21 Day Mindset Shift

could be just the kick-starter you need.

Launching 2027

21 days of…

Purposeful Strategies.

Playful Experiments.

Powerful Shifts.

This powerful mini-course is packed with evidence-based strategies to help you:

See what’s holding you back

Align with what you truly value

Move forward with confidence

Contact Jess to learn more