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Red Flowers in the Desert: Reflections on ANZAC Day
ANZAC Day is a time to pause and honour the brave soldiers who gave their lives in pursuit of freedom, dignity, and peace. Their sacrifice helped shape the safe, democratic world we are privileged to live in today.
Tamar Balkin
Apr 242 min read


Can a leader be comfortable with discomfort?
Embracing discomfort enhances adaptability to change, creativity, motivation, self-confidence, joy, and stimulates intellectual growth.
Tamar Balkin
Mar 266 min read


Can you permanently change your work habits?
Long-term behaviour change is difficult because our brains favour routines, treating all habits—good or bad—as important.
Tamar Balkin
Mar 76 min read


Should leaders take the time to indulge?
Researchers have found that adaptive indulgence not only boosts well-being and happiness but also aids individuals in recovering from the em
Tamar Balkin
Feb 196 min read


Ending the year well by reflecting on and celebrating achievements.
Researchers have found that taking the extra step of savouring an experience elevates the benefits of reminiscing and promotes meaning.
Tamar Balkin
Dec 13, 20246 min read


What is the critical element in recovery and replenishment from work?
Recovery from work is essential for employees to remain energetic, engaged, and healthy, even under high job demands.
Tamar Balkin
Dec 4, 20246 min read


Is the concept of an occupation still relevant today?
The lens of occupations provides leaders with a new perspective on managing people and fosters a culture of flexible thinking.
Tamar Balkin
Nov 14, 20245 min read


Why do we need Movember? Surely, men care about their health.
Whilst Movember is focused on men's health, all my readers have the responsibility to be proactive with their physical and mental health.
Tamar Balkin
Oct 31, 20247 min read
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