courage
Rarely have I needed courage with a capital ‘C’ – that big Courage to run into a burning building to save a child, to front… Read More »courage
Self-care
R U Ok
Over recent years we have heard the question, “Are you OK?” asked more and more. This simple question has become the centrepiece of media campaigns… Read More »R U Ok
Recipe for Life
Reach for a large mixing bowl – we call it life. Get your ingredients ready. Break up kindness into small pieces – each doable, real… Read More »Recipe for Life
Saying ‘no’ and finding life
I cannot run to save myself. I would still be coming out of the blocks as Usain Bolt crosses the finish line. My life long… Read More »Saying ‘no’ and finding life
Zena
Brisbane has just had massive flooding. Like the proverbial Noah’s Ark flood it has appeared to rain for forty days and nights. While out walking,… Read More »Zena
Be gentle with yourself!
As we set out on the adventure that will be 2022 we know that it will have its joys and its sorrows, its ups and… Read More »Be gentle with yourself!
Back pack
I am a teacher. What a privileged title; teacher! My calling is to walk with young people, to help them find their key to their… Read More »Back pack
Shadow work
I cannot think of too many lessons I have learnt in my life. But one thing that my life’s journey has taught me is that… Read More »Shadow work
One Step
A dear friend of mine – Denis Hernon – used to say to me, “Damien, can you leave that which is essential and attend to… Read More »One Step
Journey
Recently a great friend of mine gifted me with a journal. Now in my life you have to have a sense of humour. So the… Read More »Journey