By nature, I am a deep thinker and a deep feeler. Being neurodivergent and highly sensitive, I often sense things long before I can name them. For years I have felt “icky” around using social media and it has taken me along time to name this as mean girl culture - an undercurrent of social cruelty that is hard to define but is deeply felt by many, especially on social media platforms.
Read MoreThere is a growing and deeply troubling pattern showing up in spiritual communities -one that many hesitate to speak about for fear of backlash, gaslighting, or further harm.
But - I will not stay silent because, silence enables abuse.
I write today from a recent personal experience
I recently came across the word “exhausterwhelmulated” - a mash-up of exhausted, overwhelmed and overstimulated - and I thought, Yes, that’s how so many people are feeling right now.
I totally get it. That was me once. (But not anymore.)
Read MoreAt this time of year, Christmas and holiday season, managing our expectations can be a real struggle for many of us. The challenge of expectations often intensifies as we navigate family commitments and the expectations layered into this time of year. For me personally, understanding expectations and learning how to navigate them, has been a long and confusing journey. At times it feels like untangling a dense web of emotions, assumptions and deeply held (often unexamined) beliefs, to make sense of it all.
Read MoreIt’s essential on our spiritual path to pause and reflect on our growth. This practice helps to fuel our continued evolution, offering clarity and gratitude for how far we’ve come. Here are 12 signs of spiritual maturity and growth:
Read MoreBias exists in all of us, often unconsciously. Shaped by family, culture and society, bias informs our understanding, actions and decisions, often without our awareness. Recognising and understanding bias is a fundamental part of personal growth and collective healing. When we examine and change our own biases, we are taking a step toward a more inclusive and equitable world.
Read MoreMy new girl crush: Kamala Harris, Sorry, Brene Brown!
To me, Kamala Harris embodies what it means to be a true leader. If you haven’t listened to her recent concession speech; I can’t recommend it enough! Her response to this election loss stands in stark contrast to how others have reacted in defeat (not mentioning any names).
Kamala’s words are filled with intention, resilience and graciousness. To me, she is a powerful example of a Sovereign Woman and a true embodiment of female leadership.
What is Sovereignty Really?
Read MoreI am not particularly interested in politics, but as we approach one of the most pivotal U.S elections in economic history, I think most of us here are interested in the outcome. For me, it’s because there is such a stark contrast between the two potential visions for America, (and the world), depending on the outcome.
Read MoreAcknowledgement is respect and has profound importance.
Read MoreAt the outset of my blog today, I want to acknowledge the privilege that allows me to access this kind of support - something not everyone can afford to do. I deeply recognise that, for many, this type of guidance may be out of reach. However, I also believe that it’s even more essential for those of us who are able to invest in our personal growth to do so. By nurturing our own well-being, we can better serve our students, clients, friends and family, ultimately helping them lead more fulfilling lives.
Read MoreOver the past couple of years, I’ve found myself deeply reflecting on the concept of privilege - what it means, how it shapes our lives and most importantly, how can use it for the greater good.
As a white, cis, upper-middle class woman, I acknowledge that my life has been marked by ease compared to many. While my own personal journey, like everyone’s, hasn’t been without hardship(because suffering is part of being human), there are realities that I’ve never had to face.
I am able-bodied, I’ve never feared homelessness or hunger, and my children went to school without the terror of being shot or violently attacked. I live in a society with excellent access to healthcare and the means to afford private care.
It all started earlier this year, with a conversation over coffee with a friend whose husband had been recently diagnosed with ADHD. Understanding his symptoms was the first step in rescuing and repairing their troubled marriage. Her daughter, who knows my son well, mentioned that my son’s behaviour seemed similar to her dad’s, which my friend mentioned to me!
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