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Emma Lennon

Emma Lennon

Emma Lennon is a passionate writer, editor and community development professional. With over ten years’ experience in the disability, health and advocacy sectors, Emma is dedicated to creating work that highlights important social issues.

Articles by Emma:

Sisters Inside: How Debbie Kilroy went from prisoner to protector of women’s rights

Sisters Inside: How Debbie Kilroy went from prisoner to protector of women’s rights

Sisters Inside is supporting women in and out of prison to re-establish their lives, empowering them to break free of the cycles of disadvantage.

What is mindfulness and what are the benefits of being mindful every day?

What is mindfulness and what are the benefits of being mindful every day?

If you want to be more mindful but aren’t sure how to start, read on to discover the benefits of daily mindfulness.

Adult friendship: How women can make new friends in adulthood

How to make new friends as an adult

If you’re keen to make new friends in your adulthood but aren’t sure how, here are some helpful places to start.

Choosing a therapist How to find the right psychologist for your mental health needs

How to find the right therapist for your mental health needs

If you want to start taking better care of your psychological wellbeing, here are some tips to help you find the right therapist.

How a values-based career could lead to greater job satisfaction

How a values-based career could lead to greater job satisfaction

Aligning your career path with your values is important for feeling engaged and motivated at work, but what does it entail?

How to reset your goals for the new year

How to reset your goals for the new year

Here are some tips to help you reset your goals for the new year in a way that is empowering and achievable.

How to handle the pressure to have kids when you want to remain child-free

How to handle the pressure to have kids when you want to remain child-free

If you’ve decided not to have children and are struggling with pressure to do so from others, here are some strategies that can help.

Why some women choose friendship over marriage or romantic love

Why some women choose friendship over marriage or romantic love

Some women choose a best friend as their ‘life partner’ over marriage or romantic love, making platonic friendship the centre of their life.

Signs you may be experiencing burnout and how you can manage it

Signs you may be experiencing burnout and how you can manage it

Burnout is on the rise and it particularly impacts women, but there are ways to manage it.