Learning | Dani Matthews

Lessons from Chelsea the Miniature Groodle: Gratitude, Agility & Loving Unconditionally

Posted on March 2, 2025 1 Comment

Since Chelsea, our miniature groodle, joined the family, I’ve softened. She’s taught me presence, patience, and the joy of life’s little moments—like finding the perfect stick. Even balancing two coffees mid-walk when she decides to double-poo is a lesson in agility. I see why dogs are our best friends.

10 Lessons to Thrive in 2025: Boundaries, Balance, and Breakthroughs

Posted on December 30, 2024 Leave a Comment

As we step into 2025, I’m reflecting on the lessons that shaped my personal and professional journey in 2024. From setting healthy boundaries and trusting my intuition to embracing the superpower S’s—sleep, strength, spirit, sacrifice, and speed—this year was all about evolving mindframes.

Inspired by high performance champions like Layne Beachley and thought leaders like Adam Grant, I’ve learned that even in busy moments, small intentional actions can create lasting impact. Here’s to a new year filled with purpose, presence, and growth!

“I have more than enough time not to rush.”

Posted on October 3, 2022 Leave a Comment

Family Matthews travelled to Jindabyne last week set in the beautiful Australian snowy mountains which always seems to generate some writing inspiration… It was my first experience of a ‘workcation’ where I worked half days in the mornings and then had the afternoons to enjoy time exploring the area with the family. I found it […]

The Power of Performance and Experience Goals

Posted on July 31, 2022 Leave a Comment

Last Sunday I participated in the Real Insurance Sydney Harbour 10k running race on a beautiful winter’s day. It was a race of two halves for me and I thought I’d share my reflections in case they resonated with others. I had a performance goal for the race of sub 42 minutes and was excited […]

When life gives you lemons….

Posted on March 26, 2022 Leave a Comment

I hope you are keeping safe and well during these unchartered times dear readers. It has been a while since I connected through this blog and it feels good to put the fingers to the keyboard and reconnect. I have been sharing some learning through LinkedIn articles if interested to check out including an ‘International […]

The Power of Connection

Posted on November 21, 2021 Leave a Comment

“The most important things in life are the connections you make with others” Tom Ford I have been pondering on the power of connection and the network effect over the last couple of weeks and thought I’d put the fingers to keypad whilst our little boys are watching Mickey’s Christmas! I truly believe that we […]

Not ignoring your weaknesses and stepping into your courage zone

Posted on October 4, 2021 Leave a Comment

I’m a big believer in utilizing a strengths-based philosophy and have written about it previously (see Discovering and Utilising Your Strengths ). I have reflected however this should not mean ignoring your weaknesses if they are a crucial part of your goal. As an example, I ignored focusing on my swimming for a long time […]

The Parent Gap

Posted on August 22, 2021 Leave a Comment

Much has been written about the gender equality gap and the gender pay gap and now another gap has become evident, what I’ve called ‘The Parent Gap’ – the gap emerging between those currently in lockdown home schooling children whilst concurrently working and those not.

What I Know for Sure

Posted on July 11, 2021 Leave a Comment

The question “What do you know for sure?” stunned Oprah Winfrey when she was first asked it in an interview, and she’s spent years since reflecting on this and asking it to others.