As this Mother’s Day approaches I sit here writing with some big, wild emotions. Torn between which one to share and make my focus. I’m a therapist, so addressing big emotions is what I do. But I’ll confess, perhaps not surprisingly, that there are moments in my own journey that are incredibly challenging. More so…
As Australians we have two special days in our calendar each year dedicated to honouring and remembering our incredible service men and women in the Defence Forces. Anzac Day and Remembrance Day are both days throughout my years that I remember with fondness. Growing up, I didn’t have a personal connection with anyone in the…
This is a focus I’ve had in my heart for some time, but have grappled with how to present it in a way that gives due respect and honour to parents who have endured (and continue to endure) the horrible reality of losing a child. While there are many types of grief that I’ve personally…
I wonder, if like me, you’ve found yourself at some time scratching your head, wondering how on earth you could craft the perfect, heartfelt condolence message for someone in your world as they faced a significant loss. As someone who has developed a passion journeying with people through their grief, I have created many awkward…
I love where I live. In Australia, seasons vary dramatically according to our geographical location. What my family and I experience living in North Eastern Victoria, is vastly different to the experience of people living in Far North Queensland, which is extremely different again to those living in southern Tasmania. I enjoy the fact that…
“Why aren’t I coping!” “What is wrong with me!” Have you ever found yourself making these statements? Have you ever wondered why your life seems so hard, while those around you seem to be breezing through each day? Change of job; unexpected or forced changes within a job; unexpected change of career; moving geographical location; loss…