Reflection is something I see a lot in my professional world. In healthcare, doctors, nurses, and allied professionals are required to write reflective pieces regularly. Something happens — an incident, a decision, an outcome — and they are expected to look back and ask some fairly uncomfortable questions: What did I do well? What did I get wrong? What could I have done differently? What will I look out for next time? And actually, when you think about it, it’s a brilliant pr

In the fast-paced world of leadership, the line between dedication and self-destruction can be perilously thin. We are often told to lead from the front, to be tireless and inspiring. But there’s a truth many overlook: if your cup is empty, you cannot possibly fill the cups of others. Burnout among leaders is not just an individual issue; it has a ripple effect across teams, organisations, and cultures. If leaders want to sustain high performance — not just for a season, but