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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:

Why the phrase ‘you don't know what tired feels like’ belittles child-free women

Why the phrase ‘you don’t know what tired feels like’ belittles child-free women

The idea that child-free women don’t understand ‘true tiredness’ is an outdated view of the range of pressures that come with modern living.

What is self-compassion and how does it help make you happier?

What is self-compassion, and can it make you happier?

Self-compassion means giving acceptance, kindness, and support to ourselves, even when we like ourselves the least.

Female leadership roles are declining. Here’s why

Female leadership roles are declining. Here’s why

The rate of women hired for senior leadership roles significantly dropped in the first quarter of 2023 after a few years of gradual improvements.

What is true rest?

What is ‘true rest’ and how do you get it?

Just because you’re relaxing or not working, it doesn’t mean you’re actually resting and recharging. Here’s how you can achieve true rest.

Why our addiction to success is making us sick and slowly killing us

Why our addiction to success is making us sick and slowly killing us

What happens when we achieve success, only to be left feeling empty, unfulfilled, and even downright miserable?

The best is yet to come: How women can shift their perspective on ageing

The best is yet to come: How women can shift their perspective on ageing

The narrative around ageing is starting to shift, with more women recognising the empowerment that comes with age.

Are you paying a ‘loyalty tax’ at work? Here’s what it’s costing you

Are you paying a ‘loyalty tax’ at work? Here’s what it’s costing you

Loyalty tax can take many forms, including lower salaries, fewer promotions, and reduced access to training and development programs.

How women can fight against unrealistic beauty standards

How women can fight against unrealistic beauty standards

Unlearning toxic beauty ideals is not easy, but it is worth the effort to protect your long-term wellbeing. Here’s how it can be done.

The ignored plight of women who are carers

The ignored plight of women who are carers

They’re the unsung heroes, and these Australian women provide billions of dollars of unpaid care every year.