I came across a new word in the last few days, ‘farrago’ which means a confused mixture. For example, you might have a farrago of doubts and fears, hopes and wishes. Often our minds are a confused mixture and I believe it has to do with the way that we
“The best scientists and explorers have the attributes of kids! They ask question and have a sense of wonder. They have curiosity. \’Who, what, where, why, when, and how!\’ They never stop asking questions, and I never stop asking questions, just like a five year old.†Sylvia Earle Curiosity is
This week I have been reflecting on honour. In the UK, the news has recently been filled with the passing of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh and husband to the Queen. Many column inches have been filled as people remember what he was like and the impact that he had
I recently reflected on how things have changed over the last 12 months as a result of the pandemic with fellow business owners. We explored together how things haven’t just changed at the business level, but in the way we use technology, the way we interact and at the basic
This week is Holy week in the Christian calendar. It is a week when we reflect on the events that led up to the crucifixion of Jesus. Those events led up to a horrible death at the hands of Roman soldiers, which is now celebrated on Good Friday. I have
A few weeks ago, I woke up one Sunday morning feeling a little light-headed. I decided it was probably nothing, so I got up and carried on with the day. By 10:00am I was back in bed. The room was spinning and I couldn’t get my balance. A few days
It was just a glimpse, but I was convinced I had seen someone I knew. I ran after them to see. But when I reached them and they turned around I realised they weren’t the person I thought they were and I made an embarrassing retreat. It was a case
A story I once heard illustrates something important about listening. The story went that a man was on the way to visit a friend. As he rounded the corner onto his friend’s street, he could hear his friend yelling at his son. When his friend opened the door he said
Reflecting on attitude reminded me of a time I attended an outdoor activities holiday. I remember being at the bottom of a rock face looking up at our next activity. Abseiling! To take part, I needed to get to the top first! I am not afraid of heights, but I
“I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious.†Albert Einstein When do you think it is that curiosity starts to fade away? I love watching children play, particularly outside. Their unbridled fascination for the world is infectious. I think one of the surprising things for me in having