Stories & Articles When the detour becomes the destination PAWS Near Port Macquarie, a simple charging stop became an invitation to rest, reflect, and rethink the boundaries set by habit and expectation. My time-out to pause continues as I drive south, leaving the monks at the Crystal Castle near Mullumbimby...

Stories & Articles In the company of crystals and monks PAWS P for Pause | In the company of crystals and monks I often suggest to people the importance of taking time to pause, and have done so in my articles in this newsletter. Today, I too took time to...

Stories & Articles PAWS: S is for setting boundaries PAWS S for Setting Boundaries | For a healthy mind, body, and spirit We’ve reached the final letter in PAWS: S for Setting Boundaries. It might be the most important part of self-care we make in our week.So many of us...

Stories & Articles Activity as Preparation: What Students Need Before They Begin PAWS A for Activity — Creating Space for the Things That Matter    If you’ve been following along over the past few weeks, you’ll know that I’ve been exploring what I have named the PAWS framework — Pause...

Stories & Articles The Eclectic Mix presents PAWS PAWS How pausing, purposeful activity, writing, and boundaries can reshape your week. P=Pause We rush through our days — getting ourselves ready, supporting family, meeting the needs of colleagues, clients, and everyone in between. What often gets lost is the simple act...

Getting into the Groove: Part 3 – Work Smarter with the Right Tools A simple classroom moment revealed how powerful the right tools can be when we take the time to learn them. Recently, I received several emails from former students—now working professionals—asking whether I could share videos explaining some...

Stories & Articles Getting into the Groove – Part 2 – The Diary If you’re juggling study, work, and personal commitments, a diary isn’t optional—it’s essential. The question isn’t whether to use one, but how. Introduction Paper diary or digital calendar? It’s a question I’m asked often—and one I’ve spent...

Stories & Articles Getting into the Groove – Part 1 Returning to study can feel like both a fresh start and a daunting step. For many learners—particularly those balancing work, family, and other commitments—the beginning of the academic year brings excitement alongside uncertainty. Whether you are returning after a break...