From the day each of us was born, our families, communities and culture have taught us in ways subtle and explicit how we ought to speak, look and act. Some, but not all, of these messages are well meaning. However, obedient conformance seldom leads to a deeply satisfying and personally rewarding experience of life.
Understanding and delighting in your very little person
Many parents feel they must wait until their child is mobile or able to speak before any real relationship can begin. We know for example that the foetus is prepared for the extra-uterine environment form the beginning of the 3rd trimester. Parents need the opportunity to be aware that their baby is yearning for their love, attention and ......
All mothers will face difficult days—whether they’re navigating the beautiful but exhausting transition from woman to mother (matrescence); experiencing the wonder and tantrums of toddler town; supporting a small person in their schooling and social skills; or guiding their teen through the highs and lows of almost-grown-up life.
How to lift the quality of thinking in your team's board papers without rewriting them yourself
Few people, it seems, enjoy Board papers. They are a necessary part of corporate life, but are often dreaded by those who have to write and maintain them. Despite best efforts, leaders and Board members frequently complain about the mediocrity of papers, making the task even harder for the writers.
A CEO's perspective on leading, evolving and driving organisational success through a people-centric philosophy
The roles and responsibilities of CEOs have been put to the test in recent years. Never before has the corporate leader had to do business in such a rapidly evolving, globally influenced and turbulent time. For many CEOs this means its time to rethink strategies, philosophies and tactics.
Being a worry bunny often stops Connor from having fun. He wishes he was confident, adventurous and brave, just like his best friend Amelia. She wants him to worry less and laugh more. See how, by going on an adventure, Connor discovers that he actually can. Worry thoughts create negative feelings that can stop children from having fun. 'Change ......
Turning obstacles into opportunities for women at work
Feeling undervalued, overlooked or ignored at work? Want practical strategies to get ahead? Want to succeed as a woman without changing who you are? Work is a game originally developed by men, for men. Though the players have changed, the rules to succeed have not.
"A great read and excellent resource for all runners and coaches!" - Robert De Castella, AO, MBE, Australian, Commonwealth & World Marathon Champion & Former World Marathon Record Holder Have you ever wondered if it is truly possible to run pain and injury free? Do you yearn for the day that you will be able to enjoy the many benefits that ......
