Engrossed in the work

When you think of work, what sort of works come to mind? Is it fun, exciting, thought provoking, challenging and interesting... or is it more along the lines of boring, difficult, repetitive and time consuming? Work often comes with a negative connotation that has nothing to do with the actual work. The truth is work … Continue reading Engrossed in the work →

Unlearning panic

Sometimes you just need to against the easy option. Panic is really easy to do. A moment of stress or overwhelm often ends in panic when you don't know how to handle the situation. If you find yourself panicking in these situations often, it'll eventually become a habit. Even when you can handle the situation … Continue reading Unlearning panic →

Will we still have meetings post-pandemic?

A while from now we'll be living in a post pandemic world. Companies and businesses will have to make decisions about the way they will choose to work moving forward. Presentations, discussions, conversations and updates are all being done remotely when normally they'd have required meetings. Those meetings may have involved: a journey to another … Continue reading Will we still have meetings post-pandemic? →

Tending to your needs

Now might be the perfect time. If you find yourself stressed, anxious or overwhelmed, you might also feel a little helpless. But the chances are you actually have a pretty good idea of what you can do to help yourself. Rest, put your phone down, turn off your tv or computer, phone a friend, stretch... … Continue reading Tending to your needs →

The challenge of representation

How do you include everyone? It's not as simple as black and white although in some cases that might seem like enough. I suppose I've learnt and am learning that it's about having minorities be seen. Sometimes people make the mistake of being bare minimum. They use a sea of sameness with one person that's … Continue reading The challenge of representation →

Is now the time for productivity?

Instead of questioning whether or not you should be maximizing your productivity at this time, it might be more useful to check in with how you feel. If you spend 3 weeks watching netflix, how will you feel? If you spend 3 weeks working yourself to the bone, how will you feel? Chances are you … Continue reading Is now the time for productivity? →

The right thing to do

Sometimes right and wrong is hazy. Other times right and wrong is black and white. The interesting part is when 2 groups come together with 2 different perspectives. In the current state of the world, many would argue that the right thing to do is stay home as much as possible and practice social distancing. … Continue reading The right thing to do →

Bored of familiarity

Often when a person finds themselves craving something new, it's because they're bored with where they're at. As much as familiarity can be comforting and pleasant, for many people they find themselves at a point where they want more. You find yourself wanting something different, not because what you're used to isn't working but because … Continue reading Bored of familiarity →

Going round in circles

Sometimes you get caught in a loop that you'd rather not be in. Two people with who see the world differently are likely to end up going round in circles when they try to explain their point of view. But it's also important to talk to people that think differently to you. It broadens your … Continue reading Going round in circles →

Things to be grateful for

It's easy to be grateful when things are going your way. But when times are uncertain and life has thrown a spanner in the works gratitude often becomes a little more challenging. Suddenly the most prominent things are the bad stuff and you're not thankful for your life being turned upside down. In these times … Continue reading Things to be grateful for →