‘Enlightenment is not something you achieve. It is the absence of something. All your life you have been going forward after something, pursuing some goal. Enlightenment is dropping all that.’ Joko Beck[1] A year ago, even six months ago, this…
It is said that everyone has a book inside of them; albeit unwritten for most. There are probably many reasons as to why those who aspire to write a book don’t get around to it. Shortness of time; being ‘too…
Each of us has the gift of grit, At the centre of our being; Unique, personal and great, Not some generic gene. Grit has different guises, That play out in various ways; It is in finding what grit means,…
Anyone who has visited my consulting room will know that the wall behind my desk is graced with the most beautiful photograph of the late Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu. And those who may have browsed the publications sitting on top…
It is that time of year, when everyone seems to be rushing a little faster than usual as we head towards slowing down and taking time to pause during the sunny days of the summer holidays that lie ahead. As…
We are taught, hear and read much about what is required in order to attain success. Education systems; workplace performance programs and assessment tools; societal attitudes; ‘gurus’ on the subject and personal frameworks all contribute towards creating definitions aimed at…
My husband has taken to growing roses in recent times and we are currently enjoying their constant colourful blooms. These beautiful, ornate flowers bring tremendous joy and I often find one having been lovingly put on my desk while I…
Recent times have reminded us of the power of pulling together; No matter how small the act - every kindness counts; Awards and fanfare are not necessary to remind one of the truth; It is in our collectiveness that we…
When times are tough and it is difficult to keep going, we must remember to seek solace in the little things. Those tiny daily actions that are so easily brushed off as ‘the ordinary’. A smile; a laugh; a snippet…
I recently finished reading the inspirational book: ‘Life Profitability – the new measure for entrepreneurial success’ - by Adii Pienaar. It is written in a language that resonates with much of what I believe, invest and share in both my…