acceptance
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Guest Post: What lupus taught me about burnout, friends and myself
I’m Kirstie, I’m 44 years old, I have been a wife for 17 years and I am a mother of two boys, aged 14 and 10. I’m pretty run of the mill. Average… you might say. I have a day job, I dress conservatively and I live in a modest home. If you walked into…
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7 Simple steps to self care
No bullshit, warm baths or cups of tea here! Just some simple and sage self care tips on how to get your mind and body back into equilibrium when you’re feeling a bit meh… although I must say that this list seems to be my main staple through life at any juncture. It keeps me…
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How I learned patience amidst a pandemic
I’ve been somewhat surprised at my reaction… or maybe lack of… to this lockdown… I’ve been calm and reasoned, present, connected and hopeful. My anxiety has been low, very low and I am sleeping well. The family is all getting on well and we seem to be enjoying our time together. We get along well…
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Leadership and vulnerability during Covid19
I’ve always tried to lead with my heart. Opt for relationships first, above all else. After all, we are all human right? And if nothing else we are all doing our best to make our way in this world. For the most part, this has served me well. But more than anything it has given…
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Show up, move forward
So, here’s the thing. You don’t need to create a new empire during this tough, tough time. You don’t need to pivot your biz, or start a new company. You can simply be. Be present and be connected. But, here’s the caveat. Show up. Right now, shit sucks. Really sucks. People are losing their livelihoods…
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