Category: Development

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    Changing bad mental health

    Feeling down and out again? Same. But I’ve got a few things I’ve been trying lately to keep busy, and they’ve been working pretty well. Come on in if you’re interested, maybe you’ll find something you like too.

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    Acceptance is the first step?

    Working through my thoughts and realising that I must let go of resistence. Acceptance is the only way forward.

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    Social Media Slump

    In 2024 I was on a mission to get my debut novel published. I wrote it, edited it, hired someone else to edit it (twice), hired professional beta readers, gave it to friends, ordered a book cover, set up an Amazon account and more. I did all the bits and pieces to get it published including taking to Instagram (and…

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    Life Update Dec 2025

    Publishing on time? What is that… Here’s to the ‘before’ stage of my life, as I reflect on how things are going and keep working towards my goals.

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    Shadow Work: Embarrassment

    Embarrassment is the cost of entry, so you must overcome it with shadow work. Examining who you are and what your patterns are will help you change them.

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    Shadow Work: If you were discovered today, would you be happy with what people find?

    If you were discovered today, catapulted into the spotlight, with all the glamour and scrutiny it contains, would you be happy with what people find? I struggle to answer this myself…

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    Charities/Causes to Support

    A list of amazing organisations and charities who are working to create real, positive change in the world.

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    Australian Foreign Policy: 25 years ago

    The article explores Australian foreign policy, contrasting three main schools of thought: Traditionalism, Seclusionism, and Internationalism. Traditionalism prioritizes alliances with Western powers for security, while Seclusionism values Australia’s isolation and material wealth. Internationalism advocates for proactive engagement in global issues, recognising Australia’s unique identity. (Colombo Plan, Bretton Woods)

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    Journal 3: Mirrors and Narcissus

    Journal 3: our obsession with ourselves is killing us

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    Journal 2 – Vision Boards

    Thoughts about vision boards? I love them—I only make about ten each year…