Grace and Truth: Words that Sum Up Our Sessions
How would you sum up the role of a practitioner? I recently stumbled upon two words in a conversation with my professional supervisor that have really stuck with me: grace and truth. Both of these are principles that I try to bring into every session, and I believe they are the linchpins of a safe and effective relationship with clients. … Read More ... Read More
25 Mar 2026
The Quick-Guide to Better Listening
I often return to the term “posture before words” when considering the necessary skills of a mentor, especially the ability to be a good listener. While our words are important and should be chosen carefully, our active presence as a trustworthy and safe person in someone’s life is a powerful gift. Often the best thing we can do is show up with open hearts and listen attentively to what our clients need to say… ... Read More
8 Jan 2026
The Medicine of Laughter–Using Humour Judiciously
Explore how humour can be an essential tool for mentors to build trust, ease up and have fun with their mentees. Click through to read this article and learn more about the powerful impact of humour in the mentor/mentee relationship.
18 May 2023
Six ways to Improve your Listening
Are you a mentor looking to improve your active listening skills? Click through to read this article to explore how to be present and stay focused on your mentee, pay attention to what isn't said, reframe what your mentee says, don't make assumptions and ask thoughtful questions. Assess your competency level and get personalized mentor support and development.
16 May 2023
Key Behaviours that form Relational Bonds: Disclosing Personal Information with Appropriate Vulnerability
Are you a mentor looking to build relational bonds with your mentees? Click through to read this article and explore tips on how to balance your personal and professional information and vulnerabilities. Learn about the importance of sharing your own experiences, and get access to resources to grow your mentoring skills!
20 Apr 2023
Key Behaviours that form Relational Bonds: Knowing, Encouraging and Helping Others
Are you a mentor looking to build strong relationships and avoid common pitfalls? Click through to read this article and explore how to maintain strong motivation and create healthy margins to recharge yourself. Discover your competency level as a mentor and uncover helpful resources to grow your skills.
13 Apr 2023
Key Behaviours that Form Relational Bonds: Empathy, Care and Compassion
Do you want to strengthen your relational bonds? Read this article to explore empathy, care, and compassion and learn how to check your emotional health and seek help from others. Reflect on the questions and take the Mentor Q assessment to get personalized mentor support and development. Click through to read now!
6 Apr 2023
Leadership Issues and Mentors.
Leadership is complex and demanding. Who is helping you?
23 Mar 2023
Building Transparency in mentoring and professional supervision
In this article I explore ways to build trust and transparency in mentorship and professional supervision. I'm sharing the 4 key steps that help to do this, including listening, responding, patience and clarity of purpose. Read more to find out how to foster an environment of trust and safety.
31 Dec 2022
Finding the Right Mentor for You
Mentorship can be a valuable resource for personal and professional growth, but finding the right mentor can be a challenge. In this article, we explore some key considerations for finding a healthy and trustworthy mentor, including the importance of independence and complementary gifting. We also provide a checklist to help you assess the competency and health of potential mentors.
31 Dec 2022
Why should I engage a mentor and professional supervisor?
Explore the reasons why engaging a mentor or professional supervisor is important. It's best practice, helps us to thrive, and fulfills God's mission. Learn more about why it's so beneficial to have these supports in my latest article.
31 Dec 2022
Mentoring Essentials: Why Relational Bonds Matter
The Steps to Mentoring If you are, or are interested in becoming, a mentor for others, there are several essential behaviours every mentor should be applying in their work. In the next few weeks we will be examining these behaviours and providing strategies and exercises to assist our readers in growing in these behaviours. Let us help you become the ... Read More
24 Mar 2022
Chrismas is empathy in the flesh
Beginning as children, we are often told the importance of empathy. We are taught not to push other kids on the playground, or take their toys because “how would you like it if they did that to you?” This is usually our first brush with the concept that other people have feelings, just like us. They can feel hurt and ... Read More
24 Dec 2020
How I Became Don’s Editor: Adrienne Easton
Back when Don and I met, long before the internet and its immediate correspondence, we wrote a letter to each other once a week. Later, letters became tagged ‘snail mail’, partly because of the time it took to travel to its destination and partly because, if it lay in a damp letterbox overnight, the snails would eat holes and leave ... Read More
24 Jan 2020