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2026

June 2026

When exam stress becomes a family affair, and why our calm matters more than we thinkI had a small moment of relief this week. My eldest is in Year 5, which means SATs are not happening for us this year.

May 2026

From Feminism to Partnership: What Raising Two Boys Taught Me About EquityWhen I was younger, I thought of myself very clearly as a feminist. As a teenager and young adult, the disparities between men and women seemed obvious.

March 2026

Why meditation alone is not always enoughAnd what our brains seem to need to truly change Many of the parents I work with come to meditation with a clear ambition. They want change.

February 2026

2025

Interpersonal Neurobiology, Mindfulness, and Connection: Lessons for Working Parents at Year-EndAs the year draws to a close, many of us working parents experience rising pressure. Deadlines accumulate, and not just at work.

Parenting as Activism: Applying the Spiral of "The Work That Reconnects"We’ve just returned from half-term. The holiday was great: pumpkin-picking, harvest festival, laughter with family.

8 Types of Meditation: Different Paths, One DestinationEarlier this month, I attended a 3-day online silent retreat with Eckhart Tolle and Kim Eng. I’ll share more of my insights from that retreat in November, but one thing struck me deeply: their style of meditation seems to fit in all of the traditions — and none of them.

14 Years of Personal Development: What I Learned as a Parent and LeaderOver the last 14 years, my professional development journey has been as much about leadership as it has been about parenting. I was lucky early on: my first manager pointed me to "Emotional Intelligence 2.

Parents, Life Satisfaction, and Mental Health: What the Latest Research Really SaysIf you’ve ever felt both wildly grateful and mildly frazzled, you’re not broken—you’re a parent. A new analysis from University College London offers a refreshingly nuanced view of how parenthood relates to mental health.

Cultivating Inner Calm: The Neurobiology of Equanimity for Mindful ParentsAs parents, we navigate a world of constant demands, from managing meltdowns (in the early years) to juggling schedules. It's easy to feel overwhelmed, reactive, and pulled in a million directions.

Embracing "What Is": The Transformative Power of Acceptance for Busy MumsIn our fast-paced world, especially as working mothers juggling endless responsibilities, it's easy to get caught in a relentless cycle of striving, planning, and often, self-criticism. We're constantly bombarded with messages about what we should be doing, should have, or should achieve.

Why Growing Slowly Makes You a Stronger Leader (and a More Present Mother)In our fast-moving world, the pace of leadership often feels like a race we can never win. As working mothers and professionals, we are asked to constantly stretch: to deliver results, manage teams, attend to emails, nourish our families, and somehow find time to grow ourselves.

Thriving at Work and at HomeWhat If Growth Isn’t About Doing More, But About Letting Go? Spring is a season of renewal. The trees let go of what no longer serves them to make space for fresh growth (come and have a look at the birch branches in my garden).

Do you think work and life "shouldn't be" so challenging? Think again...If you’re a working parent, you’re no stranger to life’s challenges - the big ones and the small ones. From a sick child at home to the latest re-organisation at work that is leaving you shaky, the demands on your time and energy can feel relentless.

Small Acts, Big Impact: The Power of Love in Everyday MomentsThe night before writing this, I found myself in yet another evening battle with my 7-year-old. Dinner was ready, but the Legos were still scattered across the table.

A Mindful Start to 2025: Don't scratch 2024, renew and realign your vision with intention!As we step into 2025, many of us find ourselves juggling the demands of our professional lives with the responsibilities of home and family. The holiday season may have brought moments of joy, but it can also leaves us drained, overwhelmed, and out of alignment.

2024

Mindful Leadership During the Holidays: Balancing Productivity, Peace and Joy.The holidays bring a mix of joy, busyness, and—let’s be honest—stress. As a working mum, I know that balancing the demands of home and work, this time of the year can feel overwhelming.

Mindful Leadership During the Holidays: Balancing Productivity, Peace and Joy.The holidays bring a mix of joy, busyness, and—let’s be honest—stress. As a working mum, I know that balancing the demands of home and work, this time of the year can feel overwhelming.

The Power of Gratitude at Work: Boosting Connection and Joy in the OfficeAs working mums and dads, we bring unique perspectives to our teams—empathy, resilience, and the ability to hold space for others. These same qualities, cultivated at home, can also transform workplace dynamics.

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