Oliver and I have been training for the last 6 months to become a volunteer team with PAWS Pet Therapy. On Sunday, we finally made the cut and passed our assessment. So what is a PAWS Pet Therapy Dog? PAWS is a not for profit organisation that trains up teams, like Oliver and I, to volunteer with people in need. Pet therapy, offers numerous benefits across various settings: 1. Emotional Support: Interacting with animals can provide emotional comfort and companionship, offering solace to patients in hospitals, aged care facilities, domestic violence situations, and children with anxiety. The p ..read more

“Local is Our Future” by Helena Norberg-Hodge is a compelling book offering localism as a solution to the world’s most pressing issues. Norberg-Hodge is an advocate for local economies, communities and sustainable living. She presents a thought-provoking argument for the importance of returning to a more local way of life. Helena shares her story of living in a rural village in Tibet called Ladakh back in the 70’s and 80’s. She saw the village transition from a wholesome and happy, self-sufficient community, to a global town where the local produce became more expensive than imported goods. Sh ..read more

Today the team at Imperfet Us Podcast with Jodie Cooper have shared Episode 36. Check out #ImperfectUsPodcast with Jodie Cooper shared #episode36. They titled it ‘Laps Around Australia Reveal New Learnings’. I’m super excited to share it. We chatted about wellbeing concepts that support our people, communities and the gifts nature provides all of the perfectly imperfect humans across the globe. We share micro-moments that help us to flourish more consistently in our daily lives, regardless of the challenges we are facing, and why HOPE, enables us to see and believe that we can make ..read more

This “Scary Smart” book review will give you a snap shot of the ideas that really resonated with me from Mo Gawdat. In the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), Mo Gawdat, an author with a deep understanding of both AI and human emotions, brings us a thought-provoking journey through the world of AI in his book, “Scary Smart.” Big concepts like the point of singularity, the unprecedented level of intelligence AI might reach, and the vital importance of being kind to the machines that will become an integral part of our future. So, let’s unpack this ‘Scary Smart’ book review ..read more

In an increasingly hectic world, where happiness seems elusive and wellbeing often takes a backseat, many find themselves grappling with frustration, overwhelm, and a lack of confidence and motivation. If this resonates with you, rest assured that you’re not alone. Fortunately, Jodie Cooper’s life coaching program in Wollongong offers a path to rediscover your best self and regain control of your life. This article will delve into how Jodie Cooper’s expertise can help you navigate the challenges of modern life and achieve lasting happiness and wellbeing. The Modern Struggle: For many, the pac ..read more

Book review of Essentialism by Greg McKeown_Jodie Cooper _ positive psychology coaching online wollongong 3 At the core of essentialism is doing less but achieving more. I think we could all agree, that’s a pretty cool idea! In the chaos of modern life, where busyness often overshadows productivity, the concept of essentialism gives us hope to regain our clarity and focus. Greg McKeown’s book, “Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less,” provides a roadmap to declutter your life, prioritise what truly matters, and lead a more fulfilling life, both at work and home. In this book review of ..read more

In this blog post, we’ll explore what is Humble Inquiry, its principles, and how it can play a vital role in improving your workplace culture. The concept was developed by renowned organisational theorist Edgar Schein… who’s kinda a hero of mine. In the ever-evolving landscape of modern workplaces, fostering effective communication and building a positive workplace culture is essential for productivity, collaboration, and employee well-being. I should know, I’ve spent over 18 years studying and learning how businesses and organisations can improve, one concept stands out for it’s simplicity a ..read more

In a world that often feels like a sh!tstorm of responsibilities, it’s easy for the modern professional woman (that’s you and me) to not be prioritising health. Unfortunately, this week I’ve fallen into this trap. (Yes, seriously, after 18 years, you’d think I’d know better.) But we’re all learning together right. LOL. I’d been managing a cough for a week… just working through it (as us professional women tend to do,) and thought I could do just one more day. But four hours of speaking was apparently not what my throat or lungs considered ‘taking it easy’. (Eeek – Sorry body.) So, after ..read more

In our fast-paced, complex modern society, hope is essential. Perhaps, more essential than it’s ever been before. I’ve been reading Humanity’s Moment by Joëlle Gergis, which is a climate scientists case for hope. It’s terrifying and optimistic. Devastating and inspiring. Overwhelming and exciting. To say there’s some conflicting emotions as I’m reading it is a massive understatement. While hope can seem like a fragile and elusive emotion, it is actually one of the most powerful driving forces behind human progress, motivation and resilience. Hope is not merely wishful thinking; it is the belie ..read more

Unleashing confidence at work will help you feel better about the work you do, improve your productivity and help you get noticed for more opportunities. I work with many women who have humility as a top strength. While humility is an admirable trait, when overplayed at work it will result in not asking for promotions, not speaking up in meetings or not taking the lead on projects… that you know you could crush. When we lack confidence not only do we diminish our self-worth, we also dim our light so others don’t see our value either. Unleashing confidence at work will help you: Feel in contr ..read more