A space for honest writing on transitions, identity, leadership, and the quieter questions that matter most.
While browsing through my wardrobe the other day, I realised a few things...
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In my coaching practice, the topic of identity and self-worth often arises. Underneath all the striving and desire for achievement, success, recognition lies the question ‘Am I good enough?’ / Am I still good enough?’
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There is a well-known Native American tale about a grandfather who wanted to teach his grandson about life.
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Getting stuck in a lift is one of those dreaded moments that very quickly reminds me of how uncertainty can arise in the most mundane situations.
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Watching the fireworks from an empty sandpit in Dubai, the word that kept circling through my mind as we stepped into 2026 was spaciousness.
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My parents visited last month. Sitting around the kitchen table, after re-hashing through old stories and family jokes, we paused. A moment of silence that spoke volumes.
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Imagine us standing at the edge of a river. A river you know well. It started as a small stream but over the years, the further it travelled, it gained momentum and became a mighty river.
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We all strive to deepen our capacity for resilience. In this edition, I share my reflections on how bravery and courage shape resilience and how reconnecting with the heart can restore mental clarity, strength and presence in the most difficult moments.
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"We want to acknowledge the strength it takes to advocate so powerfully on behalf of your son”. The person who wrote this may never truly realise the impact their words had on me.
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In a world that is obsessed with urgency, speed, productivity and status, The Quiet Shift is a resource for those who want to lead, live and speak with calm conviction.
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Over the summer, I came across a poem called ‘Lost’ by David Wagoner. It draws on indigenous North American wisdom about finding your way when lost in the wilderness.
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