Life in Balance

Life in Balance

LIFE IN Balance " I’m sitting high on the hilltop, the sun warm on my face and the butterflies fluttering around my head. The cicadas and the distant sounds of farm work are audible amongst the gentle thrum of cafe noise where I’m seated. It’s...
Hazy shades of winter

Hazy shades of winter

Hazy shades of winter " This morning I made my way to yoga in darkness. Pulling my jacket around myself tightly, I fought down a moment of panic. . . Winter is here!   Wow. Funny how I can feel anxious just because of time passing. Something that is totally...
Flying away from the ones you love

Flying away from the ones you love

Flying away from the ones you love " It’s a strange feeling. To fly away from your ‘home’, not knowing when you’ll return.   This afternoon I flew out of Canberra airport. My parents took the afternoon off work to take me to the airport and we enjoyed...
How to shut down a bully

How to shut down a bully

How to shut down a bully Even when that bully is in your head. " “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” Who are we kidding? We are human, and words hurt. I don’t know about you, but far too often I value other people’s...