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Aug 26, 2014
Mother Courage: Learning a new 'Brand of Brave' as my son spreads his wings
So early this morning I kissed my sixteen-year-old son Lachlan goodbye. He has left our nest; he has spread his wings. Despite steeling myself for months for this moment, it didn’t lessen the wrench on my heart as I waved him goodbye. I am not
Aug 05, 2014
Prioritize what matters most… then say no to the rest.
Ask most people how they are these days and they'll tell you they're busy. We almost wear it like a badge of honour, as though being 'not busy' is something to be embarrassed about. The bigger question we must continually ask ourselves is. "Busy doing
Jul 13, 2014
World Cup Wisdom: Play To Win vs. To Not Lose
[caption id="attachment_8109" align="alignright" width="300"] Play to achieve what you want ahead of protecting against what you don't.[/caption] My three sons set the alarm for 4.45 am this morning so they could watch the World Cup final. We were all gunning for Argentina, and waiting for
May 22, 2014
Beyond Facebook: Why it's important to share our struggles, not just status updates
I've had a head cold for this week, and while I haven't been bed ridden, my energy's been low. So last night, at 7 o'clock, after rustling together dinner for the family I was on the fence about whether to head out for a dinner
May 13, 2014
Wish you felt more self-confidence? How to build it & banish the doubt
Over the last couple days I've had the opportunity to speak at two leadership events. One to HR professionals, and one to health professionals. After each event I had the chance to speak with attendees who shared their challenges, aspirations and anxieties. One of the
Apr 14, 2014
Stand for something… or fall for anything.
Gandhi once said, “My life is my message.” His words have long inspired me. They’ve also challenged me. Particularly on those days when I’m feeling a bit stressed about nothing that truly matters or when I seem to be spending more time in complaint about
Mar 25, 2014
Do you care too much about what others think?
As someone whose livelihood depends on people thinking well of me, I’m very conscious of what people might think about me. Will people like what I write or say? Will they think I’m too opinionated or that I harp on too much about being courageous?
Mar 20, 2014
Sheryl Sandberg, Beyonce, We Need To Embrace Bossy, Not Ban Bossy
Don’t get me wrong: I think the underlying message of Sheryl Sandberg and the "Ban Bossy" campaign she has spearheaded this week with the 'new girls club' of brave women is immensely positive for young girls. We want young women to feel good about themselves.
Mar 07, 2014
Be Bold & Brave: The Call to Courage on International Women's Day
Today is International Women's Day. A day that celebrates the achievements of women, but also focuses on the challenges and needs of women globally. There are many. The statistics on the state of inequality for women are as disturbing as they are compelling. Women earn
Feb 13, 2014
"Love Is As Love Does": Spread a little this Valentines!
Happy Valentines Day ! On this day of love, I'd encourage you to truly embrace 'that lovin feeling' with all the people you interact with over the course of today and the weekend to come. While it's easy to be loving toward the people we love
Feb 10, 2014
Are you charting a course that inspires you? If not, why not? If not now, then when?
Last week I found myself in conversation with someone (let's call this person Chris to protect their privacy) who shared with me how he had found himself stuck in their nob, lonely in his marriage, lethargic in his body, and wishing he was living a
Jan 16, 2014
Are you stuck in default mode? Why flexibility is so crucial in the game of life
Last night I went to the Australian Open. It was inspiring see top seeded players like Victoria Azaranka and Andy Murray move about the court. Their strength, their speed, their agility, their determination, their sheer endurance… particularly in the blazing heat that has enveloped Melbourne over
Lessons For Living Bravely
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