Inclusion

7 Indigenous Teachings

7 Indigenous Teachings

On International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, here are seven teachings that feel especially worth sitting with. Not as slogans. But as prompts. As invitations. As things to keep coming back to.

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The Weight of “Fine” 

The Weight of “Fine” 

“He said he was fine. He always said he was fine.” – You probably know someone like that. Maybe it’s your dad. Maybe it’s your mate from work. Or maybe, if you’re being honest with yourself, it’s you.

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Stress Awareness Month

Stress Awareness Month

What Stress Awareness Month has reminded me is this: stress isn’t a weakness. And ignoring it doesn’t make you strong. Sometimes the most important thing we can do is notice how stress shows up for us – emotionally, mentally, physically – and stop judging ourselves for it.

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Finley’s Story

Finley’s Story

“Mrs Champion, we’re sorry. Finley has Down syndrome.”

It was that word sorry that stuck with me. Nearly twelve years later, I still think about how different that call might have felt if the tone had been congratulations instead.

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Parinirvana Day

Parinirvana Day

After a decade of fast-paced life in the corporate world, I transitioned into a minimalist and intentional lifestyle. The process helped me to tune myself to a kind of living where I could be at peace from within.

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Time to Talk

Time to Talk

On Time to Talk Day, coming up on the 5th February, we’re encouraged to start conversations – not to “fix” everything, but to remind each other that we’re not alone. That speaking up matters. That being heard can be the first step towards healing.

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International Day of Education

International Day of Education

On January 24th, International Day of Education gives us a moment to pause and reflect on something so many of us rely on, but often take for granted: education. Not just lessons, exams, books, or homework – but the people, emotions, pressures, triumphs and life-changing experiences wrapped around all of it

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The Return of the light

The Return of the light

On the fourth morning after the Winter Solstice, the Sun rises slightly to the right and begins its journey back toward the Summer Solstice. It is this moment, after the pause on the horizon, that our distant ancestors celebrated: the Sun was seen as reborn, and a new cycle had begun

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Disability is Personal

Disability is Personal

November is upon us and that means Disability History Month! Disability means something different for every person. For some, it might be a visible challenge; for others, hidden struggles; for many, a complex tapestry of needs, strengths, and communication styles.

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