At the end of the academic year, many people will be reflecting and considering their hopes for the Summer, and looking to their next steps. As a former Headteacher, I’m only too aware of the transitional feel of the last week of term ( which is this week in Leicestershire). It’s also the 23rd anniversary…
It’s almost a week since the last Northern Rocks conference and I’ve been musing about the effect the day had on me ever since . When I left my Headship I felt like the heart of me had died a little, at times, a lot- there were moments I wondered whether it was even possible…
I’m engaging in some learning of my own at the moment. I’m at another stage of evolution in this Boundless adventure, and reflecting on some of my amber and red lights, in the words of Matthew McConaughey. It’s taken me back to some words I wrote a little while ago about play… Sometimes, and certainly…
I’ve had a roller coaster of a 10 days. Two days before Mothers’ day ( a day I find both challenging and beautiful since I lost Mum and subsequently ,the best friend who used to help me through Mothers’ day following her loss) I received a letter from the NHS summoning me to hospital following…
There is a constant voice speaking to me about transformation, about connection and about refueling. My mantra for this year is playful curiosity. To me, this was about growing into my role, about exploration of possibility, but also in terms of the versatility of my leadership journey. I was reminded of my key values, and…
The clear bead at the center changes everything. There are no edges to my loving now. I’ve heard it said there’s a window that opens from one mind to another, but if there’s no wall, there’s no need for fitting the window, or the latch. RUMI This poem arrived on the last day of a…
As we near the end of the year and a time when families and friends come together where they can to share love and togetherness , I’m moved to share a few words. I have been driven to learn as long as I can remember. I seek to make sense, connections and formulate ideas. I…
I was invited to write a blog for sencowellbeing . You can also find it here https://t.co/QC0ddb1lYq Julia is based in the Midlands and is the founder director of Boundless Learning. She has held three headships across three very different communities. Her MA in education focussed on nurturing emotional intelligence and literacy has underpinned much of…
This week has certainly not followed the direction I set in my diary! There was a time this would stress me out, or make me anxious. Now? I see an opportunity in the midst of the challenge. First of all, I acknowledged the emotions that register when something derails my plans. What needs are arising?…
I’ve been so fortunate to share a range of great books with a great bunch of educators , and some amazing and inspirational authors this year. Starting the year with Marc Brackett and his Permission to Feel: Unlocking the power of Emotions to help our kids, ourselves and our society thrive explores the importance of…