Peacock Dreaming

Waiting to Fly High with Courage

This afternoon, I sat watching a kārearea gliding above treetops. As the bird spiralled effortlessly on the air current, I mused how easy things are when conditions are perfect and…

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The Surprise of Anxiety

Anxiety often sneaks up behind you. It veils itself under the guise of a mixture of emotions, and you don’t even know it is upon you until someone points out…

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A Time For Renewal

Easter is more significant for me this year than it has been for a very long time. I have leapt off the cliff at an ending, and I’m floating toward…

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The Importance of Being Me

You’re never going to be everyone’s cup of tea. What matters most is that you find joy in being you. I enjoy being me. I always have. Going to the…

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False Expectations

When we place expectations on others, it can only ever lead to disappointment and self-inflicted frustration. When placing expectations on another person, we stop focussing on what we contribute to…

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The Legacy of Prejudice

As a professional project manager within the construction industry, overcoming prejudice has been a mighty hurdle. The other day something happened that prompted a realisation. Even though the same dynamics…

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The Power of Gentleness

We often forget about the power of gentleness in our daily business. This is often the case when dealing with people we perceive as ‘difficult’. Sometimes during our busy day…

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What Is Mindfulness?

Some describe mindfulness as a method of slowing down the mind to change the perception of traumatic events. Mindfulness as a wellness technique has definitely worked for me. However, I…

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Battling the Fires Within

With the fires taking hold around the Nelson Tasman region this past week, people have been tested to the very core of their being. Whilst there has been a lot…