Face your butterflies (not just your fears) We all know what facing our fears means. It’s something many of us struggle with, but it’s not an unfamiliar concept. Facing our fears means grappling with the hard stuff. Feelings that cause us pain, terror, and grief. The purpose of facing our fears is to stop letting… Continue Reading
Intergenerational Trauma, Privilege And Racism: Understanding BLM And Shifting Our Beliefs Around How The World Works
Written on Gumbaynggirr country in Garlambila. As a non-indigenous woman I acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land and pay my respect to Elders past, present and future and extend that respect to all First Nations people. Have you travelled overseas and had a sudden deeply felt realisation you could live in that country forever… Continue Reading
Letting Go
(OR ‘what exactly are you Letting Go of my love and would you prefer to Hang On?’) Letting Go. It’s a phrase we use often. Usually in reference to an idea or a plan we had that we’re struggling to ‘move on’ from when it doesn’t happen. Oh! There’s another one: ‘Moving On’. But why… Continue Reading
Why Hannah Gadsby’s Nanette is so Important
Hannah Gadsby’s Nanette is a game-changer. But I was almost a full half hour in and not quite sure why so many clients, friends and colleagues had gotten in touch: “You need to see Hannah Gadsby’s stand-up comedy special Nanette on Netflix. It’s [insert chosen magnificent superlative]”. I mean, it was good. It wasn’t hilarious…. Continue Reading
Help! I’ve Lost My Identity: 6 Ways To Rediscover Yourself And Get Off The Nostalgia Train
Have you got a case of a lost identity? Bianca* contacted me because she didn’t know who she was anymore: ‘I’ve lost my identity. My sense of self. I feel completely confused and exhausted. I try to take up hobbies but I just can’t find my ‘thing’. My life has become so wrapped up in… Continue Reading
VIDEO: Why is separation so painful?
We ALL know separation is one of the most painful experiences you can go through in this life and this stuff of ‘being human’. But sometimes we don’t understand how badly it hurts until we’re IN it. Breakups are physical, emotional, mental, spiritual. Divorce is a relentless battle with someone else, yourself AND the state… Continue Reading