This is a mantra we have heard a great deal this year. I’ve been reflecting on what this statement means in my life, my work, my supervision conversations of late. I’m tired. Nothing particularly tiring to my life, but I am tired. Not the usual end of year approaching tiredness that traditionally hits in about … Continue reading Be Kind
Adding to the Pepeha conversation
It interesting how synergy can happen in conversations. In March, Rod introduced himself on our website and in doing so provided some reflection on how to be authentic in our Pepeha as Pākehā. While Rod was having this discovery, I had already begun drafting this blog, reflecting on my own learning from an IRA wananga … Continue reading Adding to the Pepeha conversation
Looking toward the end of Rāhui: Preparing for our new usual
Well it's five weeks on, and the country has survived level 4 Rahui; is tolerating level 3 Rahui; and is bracing, anticipating and chomping at the bit to have some freedom restored and be at level 2. While I sit here thinking to myself, "Taihoa! What's the rush?; let's not be in such a hurry … Continue reading Looking toward the end of Rāhui: Preparing for our new usual
A time of Rāhui – more pondering by Karen
Well it is 'interesting' times we are living in at present! Although I have three draft blogs on the go, waiting to be finished, it seems appropriate to put them aside and write this one instead. As I type this I am on my 6th day of working from home, having made the decision to … Continue reading A time of Rāhui – more pondering by Karen