Words can mean different things in different contexts. Privilege is one of those words.

We humans - even diplomats - can hustle to feel like we belong and to feel worthy. Let's talk about that.

A whole lot of life has happened for us in 2020 and 2021. We need to process it in our way.

Hey, office-dweller, how often are you left awestruck by nature?

Here’s how to be a happy diplomat.

If you're getting ready to go on your first posting, I crowdsourced some wisdom for you.

What frequently passes for connection in this diplomatic life is weird and is not enough to feel connected.

Who, or what, in your life sparks joy? Who, or what, in your life gives you a soulgasm?

I have an important question to ask you. Please, only read this if you’re prepared to be honest with your self.

I often get asked the question about who gets lonelier: the diplomat or the accompanying spouse? Let’s have a look at both cases.

It was time to take my own advice and use social media for good. Is it time for you to do the same?

Change is scary for me too. I can doubt my own bravery.

This diplomatic life is tough on relationships. It's a fact that some don't survive.

Is bullying, harassment and discrimination rife in diplomacy?

Advice to help those living their diplomatic life through these crazy times.

This diplomatic life is complicated enough without being worn down by things, beliefs and people that do not serve us. Let's declutter.

Let's explore how mindfulness can help the stressed and busy diplomat with these words from my friend, Jase Te Patu.

Let's have a kind and honest conversation about mental illness and mental health and well-being in diplomacy that moves beyond platitudes.

Amel Derragui shares her reasons why setting up a globally portable business can help diplomatic spouses.

Our diplomatic lives can be dominated by competition. What can this do to us?

Let's explore what can it mean to be a same-sex couple who is living their diplomatic life.

Loneliness often gets confused with being alone, but they're very different. Read Vaughan Carder's reflections on loneliness he shar