Quality over quantity?
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Quality over quantity?

Why do we exist in a world where someone is constantly looking; a constant scrutiny regarding the quantity, efficiency and profit of what we do?

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Difficult feelings
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Difficult feelings

If you’re editing a part of yourself or keeping it hidden away then people never truly see you. We value being seen, we benefit from being understood and accepted.

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Inner (tree) work
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Inner (tree) work

The tree recovered outwardly yet the dark, traumatic stains remain from 1914-1918…

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Uncomfortably numb
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Uncomfortably numb

‘I'll need some information first, just the basic facts.

Can you show me where it hurts?’

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Feeling stuck?
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Feeling stuck?

I’ve noticed I never feel more alive than when I’m working towards something.

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Shadow
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Shadow

How do you begin to find something about yourself that is hidden? 

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Perfection
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Perfection

‘Forget your perfect offering
There is a crack, a crack in everything
That's how the light gets in’ Anthem - Leonard Cohen

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Trying to connect to something
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Trying to connect to something

You often hear how we are more connected globally, as the digital generation, yet people are left feeling personally disconnected. In hindsight, it strikes me we should be very grateful for the digital connection we had during the lockdown, regardless of the pitfalls. I suppose it’s how you use it. As much as being online rescued us, there can be no denying the importance of physical contact and close proximity. Geographically speaking, to just gather and be exposed to difference, some variety, and some opportunity.

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Mental health in schools could radiate outwards
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Mental health in schools could radiate outwards

It won’t be new to anyone in education, but those not involved may be surprised to learn how many teachers I speak to find themselves waking up an hour earlier than needed during busy terms, ruminating over the academic progress or pastoral care of numerous pupils.

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