by Gill Kenny | Nov 4, 2019 | Shame
I’m not OK! This week I’m recovering from a few difficult days, that saw me grapple with strong emotions which were triggered by something that happened. The ‘old me’ would have reached for the wine, pretended it didn’t matter and would have moved on. But with...
by Gill Kenny | Oct 28, 2019 | Respect
This week I’m trying to get my head around how we treat each other, with a focus on respect for each other’s rights. At the time of writing this I am saddened by the images I see in the news – lines of people queuing to climb upon the sacred red rock that is...
by Gill Kenny | Oct 21, 2019 | Connection to others, Rejection
This week I’m delving into the painful experience of rejection. I don’t think there’s a single human being who hasn’t been rejected at one time or another. I hear stories all the time of how upset kids become when they aren’t picked for a sports team or when friends...
by Gill Kenny | Oct 14, 2019 | Human-animal bond, Integrity, Mental health, Mental health awareness, Pets
It is Mental Health Awareness month here in Australia and it’s got me thinking about the things that contribute to our mental health. One of the greatest discoveries I have made about my own mental health is the power of practicing gratitude. Every day I think about...
by Gill Kenny | Oct 7, 2019 | Addict, Addiction, Alcohol, Imprisonment
Since ‘coming out’ last week I have been moved by the support and appreciation from readers. I feel a transformation taking place in my life and in order to ensure that it’s not just a dream this week’s blog will be a testimony. The feedback I received about my first...
