Mindfulness through curiosity and kindness
At the beginning of July I was indulging in a mindless scroll through facebook when a video caught my attention. The comments said this “If you've felt an opportunity to redesign things moving forward (instead of going back to the
Every day is a school day
I say this a lot. Most days. Each day we learn something new either through trying something new, doing something the same or making a mistake. When I say it I don't mean it in a "teaching you a lesson"
Lessons in law and life
I like stats and dates and memories. On 13 June 2005, I started day 1 of my 4 week QUT practical legal training placement at what was then Frank Carroll Solicitor. This is the same firm that I now own
Anything is possible
This weekend I have been reflecting on the way positivity impacts us on a daily basis. In speaking with other business owners, it is clear that this COVID-19 pandemic has taken its toll. My heart goes out to those business
The power of choice
In the last month I’ve been reflecting on the power of choice. We all have the choice to do things or not do things every day. We can choose to approach our day positively, or not. We can choose to let
Have courage and be kind
I’m very tired, but my brain won’t rest long enough for me to sleep. It’s 10am Sunday morning, February 2019. I am supposed to be in Sydney at a course but it wasn’t to be. Having had a lovely holiday
Pausing to reflect and acknowledge achievements
Today I have taken the afternoon off to travel to Sydney to hear Mia Freedman, a woman I admire, speak. This was my treat to myself, a reward for submitting my full manuscript to my editor for final edits in
Following my own advice: time to get journaling
This weekend we travelled to Canberra for our goddaughter’s birthday. On Saturday afternoon, we found ourselves catching up and discussing, with excitement, the opportunity to go and see the Book of Mormon (again) when it opens next year in Sydney.
Learning & Writing: Exciting times ahead
This month I commenced a role with the College of Law, working with the students undertaking their Practical Legal Training. In this role, I will be responsible for facilitating the learning experience of aspiring lawyers. Learning about the law has
Celebrating a sense of achievement
Today I sat down at my computer and wrote 3000 words towards what is probably “take 3” of my book. Yes, I’m writing a book! I started this project last year, determined to publish a 30,000 word book by writing