WTF is wrong with some men? And why are we letting them get away with it?
I’ve reached a point where I hardly dare open the news apps on my phone each morning. Not because it …
Category Archives: Education
21 Pieces Of Advice I’d Give My Teenage Self…
An article in “The Times” last weekend and my coming birthday inspired me to think seriously once again about what …
John Marsden has a point: Let’s strive to build our kids’ resilience, rather than trying to turn them into something they’re not
Many of you won’t be aware of this, but quite a large chunk of my career has been spent in …
There Is No Better Education In Love, Compassion And Empathy Than Having A Child With Special Needs
A few weeks ago we went to a fundraiser. It was a black tie event to raise money for the …
Food Packaging: Has The World Gone Completely Mad?
I am slowly educating myself about my personal impact on the environment. It helps when you have a daughter who …
You Don’t Have To Fit Into Society’s One-Size-Fits-All Box
As, once again, we compile the memories of twenty-five years together into boxes ahead of our next move, it seems …
What Advice Would You Give Your Daughter As She Transitions Into Womanhood?
When I was growing up, I wish someone had told me to bury the past, to keep my eyes focused …
The Secret To Growth Is Curiosity
I heard the word “curiosity” mentioned in two different contexts last week. The first time was at Clementine Ford’s book …
Should We Share Our Birthing Stories Online? Absolutely!
There has been a backlash recently against new mothers who share their birthing stories online. Some people don’t like this …
Make A Proper Apology, Trevor, And Learn From This Experience
There is no doubt that the derogatory comment Trevor Noah made five years ago about Aboriginal women was appalling and …
And In Other Sports News…
The YouTube clip below has popped up on my newsfeeds a few times over the last week and refuses to …
Rape Is About More Than Sex
I took myself on a beautiful winter’s walk yesterday morning. Many locals think that autumn and winter are the most …
‘Making Self-Love Habitual’
‘Self-lovers don’t diet. They eat what they want, when they want, but do so mindfully.’ (Jacinta Tynan, Sydney Morning Herald) …
License To Rant
The best thing about turning fifty is that you get a license to rant and it turns out that I …
