The importance of empathy

In trying times is more important than ever to consider the feelings of those around you. We are all in our own bubble, with our own unique perspective on the world, and it is crucial for our personal development to understand how other people experience the world....

Speak up! But how?

When I came across this article I thought of the wonderful work that our hospital here in Whanganui is doing with Speaking up for Safety. Speaking up is important but how do we do it positively and effectively? Some practical suggestions in this article from the...

Who’s problem is it anyway?

This article from the International Institute of Restorative Practices is lovely reminder that the solution to ours problems lies with those in the problem. If every one of us across our community or in our workplace/team understands and embraces the principles of...