🚀 Ever feel like your brain is on a never-ending treadmill? No pause button, just go-go-go? Let’s change that. Quiet time isn’t just about resting—it’s about recharging. And yet, most of us avoid silence like it’s the last thing on our to-do list. When was the last time you sat in stillness, without a screen,

Your brain should be your biggest cheerleader, but sometimes, it’s your toughest critic. That little voice of doubt? The one that whispers, “You’re not good enough,” or “Why even try?”—it’s time to challenge it. Negative thoughts can shape how we see ourselves, our work, and the people around us. But here’s the good news—you don’t

Let’s talk about flourishing. It’s not just about doing well personally but thriving collectively, too. For educators, this means finding ways to thrive amidst the daily challenges of teaching, leading, and balancing life. Professor Tyler VanderWeele from Harvard University gives us a pretty inspiring take on flourishing. He says it’s “a state in which all

My Word This Year: FunEvery year, I choose a word to anchor my focus and intentions. In the past, my words have been Data, Kindness, Smile, and Breathe. These words shaped my decisions and provided a lens through which I navigated life. This year, my word is Fun. Not because it sounds lighthearted (though it

Healing takes time—a lesson I’m coming to understand, slowly but surely. Amid tears, moments of sadness, flashes of anger, and countless long walks, I’ve realised that my healing isn’t just physical. My tribe could tell you that much. Along the way, I stumbled upon an unexpected ally: reading.  There are only so many walks you

Live Danishly These Holidays  I love a good read. Losing that ability in 2023 was incredibly frustrating, but getting it back has been a reminder of how important small joys can be. Shortly, I’ll share some of my favourite books of the year here. One of mine, which I highly recommend for the break, is

The end of the school year is finally here. For many school leaders and teachers, this time brings a mix of relief and exhaustion. The Christmas break offers a chance to pause, recharge, and reflect—but how can you use this time intentionally to improve your well-being, not just for the holiday season but for the

It seems a little crazy for me to reflect on this—slowing down is not something that has ever come naturally to me. But here goes. Over the past two years, patience and humility have become two companions I didn’t know I needed. My family says I’ve become kinder. I’m not entirely sure I see that

What’s the deal with AI? Is it a game-changer or a threat to education? When generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot entered the scene, many educators in Australia and New Zealand met them with skepticism. Teachers’ first reactions were often negative: “This will make cheating easier” or “It’ll take away the