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08/10/2026

Art offers so much - both in the creativity and experiencing of it.
This science on how it contributes to our wellbeing is both fascinating and urgent at a time when life and the world can feel very complex.
In advance of our The journeyingwomen retreat in Tuscany this is whats on my reading list.





Yesterday I spoke to 380 members of CPA Australia about menopause, and I want to say what I said there.I reached menopau...
29/09/2026

Yesterday I spoke to 380 members of CPA Australia about menopause, and I want to say what I said there.

I reached menopause at 53. I was told to “sweat it out” for a year before I could access treatment. In that time I lost my mum to Alzheimer’s, had children in and out of the HSC, and was supporting executive clients through the start of COVID. I wasn’t thinking about myself. I was proud (and unknowingly attached to the identity) of being the one who coped.

Within 6 weeks of starting HRT, my sleep changed. But by 2023 I hit burnout. I held onto that identity as a productive contributor, high energy, a loyal team player, long after my body and mind were telling me otherwise. I kept preferencing that identity over what I really needed (adjustments to scheduling, rest, and a dose of self compassion).

Three things I’d offer:

**To leaders:** Menopause is not a private matter that only affects performance. It’s a workplace reality for a huge share of your most experienced people. Psychological safety means a woman ought to be able to say “I’m struggling” without it costing her in reputation or opportunity.

**To women:** It takes courage to name this, to push back on “wait it out,” and to ask for what you need. Find a doctor who is up on the latest research and will support your whole being. It isn’t selfish. Resilience will mask distress only for so long.

**To all of us:** Taking care of yourself isn’t the opposite of taking care of others. A bit of both makes it and life sustainable.

There is often loss and grief in this transition (body changes, s*x drive, mental clarity, drive), and it deserves to be acknowledged. There is also wisdom, perspective and compassion that arises in the next chapter and we need this in the world. Let’s make it easier for women coming behind us. And this is the human journey. 🩵

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Of course you’re not. All women go through it.

Resources to access:
Jean Hailes for Women's Health
Peritherapy
Menopause Alliance Australia
Australasian Menopause Society
Menopause Friendly Australia 🇦🇺
Kat Taylor
are good places to start.

24/09/2026

For the avid readers out there - here are two recent reads, not only are they great stories, they are examples of adult development.
It’s often the maturity that we bear witness to in these stories as the authors characters move through their journeys of life and the suffering they endure and overcome and how their perspectives shift and emotions develop.
We read about the emergence of self compassion, compassion for others and their own stories, curiosity, a softening of defensiveness and projection, and moving into a state of flowing in the world with more objectivity as they come to understand themselves and how their early conditioning shaped them.
Both women emerge from these stories more fully formed, with clarity on their values, beliefs and a real sense of who they are beyond the social constructs.

Strangers by Belle Burden and Tell Me Again by Dr Amy Thunig-McGregor

Let’s also support independent bookstores who are often very willing to order in titles. my favourite local bookstore is Gertrude & Alice and they also make great coffee and fresh chai, delicious with their spelt scones served on vintage china with a generous portion of butter💛





Yes that’s my reading stack 📚- it keeps growing. 😮😃🤭If you’re a reader you might like what I have to say about these 2 ...
23/09/2026

Yes that’s my reading stack 📚- it keeps growing. 😮😃🤭
If you’re a reader you might like what I have to say about these 2 books in relation to adult development. Wonderful reads about their human journeys.
Strangers by Belle Burden and Tell Me Again by Dr Amy Thunig-McGregor

if you’ve read them, I’d love to know what you thought also. Comment below..

I do suggest in my post that you could buy them from Booktopia, but I’m sure that Gertrude & Alice or your local bookstore would also get them in for you.





Reintroducing myself - it’s been a few years, and if you’re new here, thanks for turning up and taking a look at my work...
08/09/2026

Reintroducing myself - it’s been a few years, and if you’re new here, thanks for turning up and taking a look at my work.

These days, my working life is a portfolio of purpose-led work: executive and leadership coaching, facilitation, wellbeing work with medical doctors, writing, philanthropy, and my role as Deputy Chair of the Human Rights Watch Australia Committee.

Different strands with a common thread: helping people grow, lead well and contribute to something that matters.

And something I’ve long believed and regularly explore with my coaching clients has been reinforced recently:

Leadership requires clarity about your values, what you stand for, and how you are prepared to act. It’s about being brave and courageous to act in ways that align with what matters.

If you’re curious about growing, expanding your leadership, or stepping more fully into your capacity, or finding ways to live in a more values aligned way, I’d love to hear from you.





RIP Gloria Steinem Writer, advocate, feminist and influencer of equality. We promise to continue your work. 🧡💛🤍💛🧡
03/09/2026

RIP Gloria Steinem
Writer, advocate, feminist and influencer of equality.
We promise to continue your work.
🧡💛🤍💛🧡




03/09/2026

Hope is not enough in these times of rapid change. We must all take action - here’s some suggestions.
This is self leadership.




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