I woke early today, my mind churning with thoughts and reflections. I could feel it, New Years Eve is upon us. The festive weeks of December, and gorgeous ‘Summery’ January are very special times for me. And I’ve learnt ways to savour the reflective stirrings within. I made a cuppa and grabbed my journal… not to […]
How to love what you’ve got while still wanting more.
I’ve just returned from a whirlwind week working in Melbourne. A week of growth, success and achievement, all driven by my own actions. I’ve felt valuable, focussed and determined…. Feelings I’ve not had a lot of this year. I was in my element again, teaching, connecting and supporting people to live dream lives in wellness. […]
What I love most about anticipation
The flights are booked, accommodation too, you have annual leave approved and now you wait. Wait for the day you skip out of work, grab the kids from school, drop off the dog and fill the car with suitcases. Then you’ll be happy. What? Then? Why wait? I have often wondered if the anticipation of […]
Why you should clear the calendar and celebrate madly
Some of my fondest childhood memories are of the times when we were celebrating birthdays. My family gathered around the dining table, faces illuminated by candles, belting out an enthusiastic Happy Birthday song. Mum searched for a knife, while my brothers pinched each other under the table and my Nanna, spoon in hand, impatiently awaited that first piece of cake. As […]
Why you want to celebrate before making any new years resolutions
If you are reading anything online at the moment it won’t be long before you stumble across goal setting ideas, resolutions to consider and ways to change your life in 2015. It is very tempting to grab pen and paper, face forward and focus on setting juicy goals for the new year. To decide what […]
Why you don’t want to rush to get it ‘done’ this Christmas
At this crazy busy time It is tempting to wish it done To rush and tick the boxes Wanting to mark off each and every one To have all the gifts purchased And wrapped beneath the tree The photo quickly snapped Of kids on Santa’s knee The menu on the fridge The food list written […]
The deeper meaning of success
As we set out that fresh morn We planned to have fun To skip, maybe dance To soak up the sun It was a challenge you see To walk 50km again There was a time now to beat When we arrived at the end The distance, yes far Was possible we knew To walk even faster Would […]