Life is the best teacher: Thoughts from our director
When I recently shared 11 hard lessons life taught me, I wrote from...
Rock bottom is a firm foundation: Thoughts from our director
“Rock bottom is a firm foundation” is a phrase from Andrew Ripp’s song...
Leaders can be mental health allies: Thoughts from our director
Talking about mental health isn’t always easy, especially at work. However, as a...
Embracing our imperfections: Thoughts from our director
I love the idea that if you use a broken crayon carefully, you...
11 things I’ve learnt through life’s hardest lessons: Thoughts from our director
There’s truth in the old saying that life is the best teacher. While...
When our resilience is tested… learning to rest, not quit: Thoughts from our...
A while back, I delivered a presentation on how to foster strong mental...
Comparison is the thief of joy: Thoughts from our director
The quote “Comparison is the thief of joy,” attributed to Theodore Roosevelt, captures...
Struggling to quiet your mind at night? Thoughts from our director
Do you ever lie awake at night, your mind racing, unable to switch...
What am I feeling? Grief or relief? Thoughts from our director
Things are settling down for me after a really tough few years. The...
Reigniting the spark: Thoughts from our director
At some point in life we all experience moments where we feel like...
Laughter helps unpleasant feelings take a back seat: Thoughts from our director
There have been times in my life when joy felt out of reach....
Creating a circle of support: Thoughts from our director
When a predator threatens a herd of reindeer, they form a spinning circle...
Feeling flat about being back at work? Here’s how to make it easier:...
Returning to work after a holiday or break can feel overwhelming. The joy...
Lasting habits start with small, intentional actions: Thoughts from our director
As the new year begins, many of us embrace the ‘new year, new...
Exploring Te Whare Tapa Whā: Thoughts from our director
I love Te Whare Tapa Whā’s framework and way it shows how positive...
Adapting to challenges: Thoughts from our director
I recently heard a quote that really resonated with me: 'You can't control...
Strength is not synonymous with invulnerability: Thoughts from our director
Sam Fischer’s song Carry It Well encapsulates in just a few lyrics the...
How leaning into comedy kept us connected: Caring for Mum through Alzheimer’s
Trigger warning: Mum's decline led to occasional inappropriate moments, which are part of...
