What is Anger? According to the Collins online dictionary "Anger is the strong emotion that you feel when you think that someone has behaved in an unfair, cruel, or unacceptable way". Dealing with and knowing how to handle anger can be difficult, but anger is a part of the myriad of emotions and … [Read more...]
I thought rest was for wimps
A few weeks ago I was sitting in my bed looking out of the window, appreciating the nature in my garden, the green trees with blossom and the birds chattering away to each other and I had a terrible cold. My eyes and nose were running and my body was achy and tired. I had the flu and I … [Read more...]
Sowing seeds of mindfulness through education
I was initiated into mindfulness from a young age by my parents who meditated every day. Dropping into stillness in our family was as normal as speaking, listening to music, singing and dancing. On Sundays, my younger brother and I attended the children's Philosophy School. We practised … [Read more...]
Why is empathy a vital competency for leaders?
Have you ever found yourself in situations at work that blur the lines of professional interaction with your colleagues? Some managers face the challenge of empathizing with upset colleagues but struggle to address their performance later on. During my leadership and management courses, … [Read more...]
See me beautiful- nonviolent communication
I first heard this song at a training led by Dr Marshall Rosenberg in London during 2006. Marshall was a visionary, a compassionate leader, his work changed my life and has become my life. Thousands of us grieve the loss of Marshall and we celebrate his life and continue his … [Read more...]