We often chase achievements, but true meaning comes alive when we share it with others. My 88-year-old mum — dressed as Catwoman — reminded me of that in the most unexpected way.

We all love comfort. It feels safe, familiar, predictable. Comfort is the place where we don’t have to think too hard or stretch ourselves too far. But here’s the truth: comfort can be your greatest enemy.

I spent years wondering why anyone needed a ‘dog and bone’—then realised fitting in sometimes means learning to laugh at yourself.

I’ve learned not to look too far ahead. Life moves fast, and trying to predict or control what’s around the corner often just leads to overwhelm.

One little act of silliness can’t fix the challenges our public hospitals face. But it can remind us that even in the toughest places, there’s still room for joy — and that joy can be contagious.

There are so many times we try to hide our vulnerability. We strive to be seen as strong, capable, in control — like we’ve got it all together. Somewhere along the way, we’ve been taught that showing vulnerability means we’re weak, not up to the pressures of life.

How many of us have made a mistake and instantly feared it would be the undoing of us? That sinking feeling… the panic, the self-doubt. We beat ourselves up and worry about the fallout.

But what if that so-called mistake was actually the beginning of a miracle?

I think one of the biggest decisions I’ve ever made was leaving Canada to move to Australia. I was walking away from everything I knew and loved—my family, my friends, and my career. Family has always been incredibly important to me, so leaving them was without a doubt the hardest part.

Most of us grow up with dreams—of who we want to become, of what we hope to do in the world. A lucky few go on to fulfill them. But what if those dreams weren’t just childhood fantasies? What if they were the blueprint for the life we were meant to live?

How many times have you caught yourself being way too hard on yourself?

We all have that voice — the inner critic — that second-guesses, undermines, and judges.

Who has shaped your soul?
Behind every success, there’s someone who believed, someone who challenged, or someone who showed the way — even if they didn’t realise it at the time.
I’ve been shaped by love, by adversity, and by lessons that have stayed with me for life.
Who do you owe your growth to?

Everyone sees the gold medal. No one sees the 5am alarms.
You don’t win on race day, launch day, or the day the deal is signed.
You win in the quiet moments — when no one is watching.

🟡 The sacrifices
🟡 The discipline
🟡 The consistency

That’s where the magic is.