Quiet Reflections and Deep Dives

The space between
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The space between

We live in an age of almost constant noise and motion, yet few stop to ask, ‘how do we measure the value of a pause?’

Poets and musicians have marked time - and space - in their compositions for many centuries. From the caesura’s in ancient texts, to more conventional marks such as the dashes and dots that demark space in the written word, an array of rests of various length, give shape and expression to musical notation.  And yet the value is not in the length of the pause, but in its relational quality, context, and the interpretation of reader and musician.

When learning a new piece of music, I’ll often begin with marking the score, shaping phrases, highlighting breaths - both for expression of words and intake of breath - giving shape and direction, and leaving space for the music to grow. The pencil would be there for as long as needed, impermanent markings that become embodied and changed over time. There is room for creativity and choice.

But how often do we choose to pause, and how are we relating to the spaciousness and quality of length and time?

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Easing into the holidays

Easing into the holidays

For those who are caught up in the busy-ness of the holiday season, caring for others and putting their needs and wants first, these ideas are for you! Easing into a busy period may feel difficult at times, but it is absolutely possible to find balance and joy with a little intention.

And for the next season, where there might be a little more expansiveness, there are a few thoughts and ideas about where a coaching conversation can help you dive deeper into your thinking and decision making.

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 Life's True Anchors
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Life's True Anchors

In a world often driven by competition, achievement, and rapid change, it's easy to overlook quieter qualities such as compassion, love, and kindness... and they can seem a bit 'fluffy'.

But the tea-bag wisdom is that compassion, love and kindness aren't just fleeting emotions or nice-to-have traits; they can, hold us - and others - steady amidst life’s storms. When we embrace these qualities, they become our superpowers, guiding us through challenges and connecting us to others in profound ways.

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Everyone needs a   coach
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Everyone needs a coach

Coaching conversations are so valuable in a world that often prioritises the quick fix and surface-level interactions.

By embracing the beauty and power of poetic inquiry, and drinking from the deep well offered by a coaching conversation, we can cultivate a richer, more reflective approach to life - one that truly honours the complexities of the human soul and the mysteries of the world around us.

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