I’m sitting on a train on the way to Sydney from Newcastle. I am not normally a train person; well at least I haven’t been for many years. It’s quite relaxing, which is in complete contrast to the past few weeks.I am staying in Sydney...
I am sitting in my room in the north of Bali at the Zen Resort. It’s peaceful, gentle and gorgeous. I arrived late last night to begin a weeklong mindfulness retreat. A retreat that has been developed and run by Charlotte Thaarup-Owen from The Mindfulness Clinic. But...
There are several drinks and foods that we always crave for, and just can’t resist ourselves from eating. These are our guilty pleasures that we should not like yet can’t live without. Though we may feel a little bad after consuming such items as they...
I am blessed, so very blessed. I have a husband whom I love and he loves me. I have 2 incredible children that give me such pride, love and joy...
It is important to find the right mix of work and lifestyle for your peace of mind and general well-being of yourself and your family. Understand your priorities and maintain a balance that works for you and just you. After all, this is your life,...
Companies pour in hours of resources and hire expensive consultants to devise strategies and visions for their business, but how many of us do something similar for our own lives? If someone were to ask you right this moment, what your vision for your life...
Being a mother and managing a business is similar to having two jobs - both full time. Many mums would love to enjoy a healthier work-life balance. The problem is that work timings are extending, the work is getting more stressful and taking a physical...
A few weeks ago, I was really pleased to be invited to be part of a terrific initiative that I believe has real potential, both in my home town of Newcastle, Australia and across the globe. Creator of the juggernaut that is the Sista Code Melissa Histon...
Life offers up so many chances for us to learn, and not unlike a good college education, life too can throw these opportunities for discovery your way. Yes, in business too. The knowledge from your experiences, the support from other experienced individuals and a resolve...
Too many people have a skewed perception of success. If you ask a bunch of people how they would define success, you would get different answers. Some would say they would consider themselves successful, when they have a great career. Others would say that for...