Thoughts and Inspirations

Grief in the workplace: why conversations matter more than assumptions

When someone is navigating grief, colleagues and leaders often want to do the right thing. But without real communication, it’s easy for assumptions to take...

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Grief in the workplace: why anniversaries matter

In the last fortnight, I’ve faced three pretty big dates back-to-back.

Our wedding anniversary.

The anniversary of losing my husband.

Father’s Day.

For ...

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“I don’t want another job”: returning to work after loss

 

In the months after losing my husband, I was surrounded by people who wanted to help. Their intentions were kind, and I’ll always be grateful for that su...

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Returning to work after loss: why belonging sometimes starts with a desk

I didn't want to get a different job. I wanted my job. That was important to me.

It wasn’t just about income, it was about keeping a part of my identity tha...

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Returning to work after loss: how I approached it and what I wish leaders knew

 To talk about returning to work, we first need to talk about how it actually feels.

For me, coming back wasn’t just about showing up to a desk again. It w...

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Beyond Compliance: Creating Spaces Where Everyone Truly Belongs

When we talk about inclusion in organisations, there's often a focus on ticking boxes and meeting quotas. But true inclusion isn't about compliance, it's ab...

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Two Words That Changed Everything: A Simple Practice for Deeper Connection

You know those moments when something so simple stops you in your tracks? That's exactly what happened when I first learned about Brené Brown's two-word che...

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Finding Light: A Story I Never Expected To Share

I've been staring at this blank screen for a while now, wondering how to start.

In 2020, while 17 weeks pregnant with triplets, my world changed forever when...

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