You’ll know I work in a challenging place.  People expect it to be noisy and disruptive. But our Education Landings are generally harmonious – because the teachers create respectful places in which to...

At this time of year we often look back.  In doing so, I came across an article I'd written some years back when I was new to Prison Education. It gave me hope - I hope it does the same for you.

I’d ...

I’ve felt out of flow recently.  I’m usually buoyant and upbeat and able to chug my way through most obstacles. But I’ve noticed it become more of a struggle these past few weeks.

I don’t know about ...

I’ve always had a problem with my weight.  I eat to praise myself.  I eat to fill the parts I see as unfilled. And of course, I gravitate to the sugar – natch!

Sugar’s addictive, as are many things i...

You know I work at an HMP Establishment.  Every day I meet people who show up in a state of frustration, despair, irritation, and detachment. And that’s not just the prisoners.

Sometimes I am greeted...

A while ago my son came to live with me when he lost his job, flat and partner.

The whole world was going through Covid complications and I felt the turmoil too as I started sharing my single space w...

Like you, I work in a busy environment.  Stress can creep up on us. One moment we can manage things and the next it all gets a bit too much.

Depending on our own levels of awareness, and how much we ...

I used to hate asking for help. I blame my Father.  No, I’ll rephrase that.  My Father taught me to be resilient. I was expected to be self reliant and to learn how to do things without needing the su...

It’s a common feeling in the workplace. We all want to be appreciated, to be noticed and valued for what we contribute, what we bring, and who we are.

When we’re appreciated we feel good.  The drive ...

For a long time I thought I was just one of the team supporting our prisoners. I am an Exam Officer and I didn’t claim to have any clout in decisions that could affect those I worked for. 

But a w...

I find it hard to work in noisy environments.  Nothing unusual there.  Many of us need quiet to concentrate and get tasks done as smoothly as possibly.  So why do I choose to work in a Prison.  Noise ...

Vision Boards are a great way to bring focus to your goals. They work on many levels and are a powerful visual way to remind the universe of our intentions and desires.

Let’s unpack it a bit.

Vision...