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:
Child-free
Why the phrase ‘you don’t know what tired feels like’ belittles child-free women
Emma Lennon | August 16, 2023
The idea that child-free women don’t understand ‘true tiredness’ is an outdated view of the range of pressures that come with modern living.
Wellbeing
What is self-compassion, and can it make you happier?
Emma Lennon | August 2, 2023
Self-compassion means giving acceptance, kindness, and support to ourselves, even when we like ourselves the least.
Career
Female leadership roles are declining. Here’s why
Emma Lennon | July 19, 2023
The rate of women hired for senior leadership roles significantly dropped in the first quarter of 2023 after a few years of gradual improvements.
Wellbeing
What is ‘true rest’ and how do you get it?
Emma Lennon | July 3, 2023
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.
Wellbeing
Why our addiction to success is making us sick and slowly killing us
Emma Lennon | June 21, 2023
What happens when we achieve success, only to be left feeling empty, unfulfilled, and even downright miserable?
Life
The best is yet to come: How women can shift their perspective on ageing
Emma Lennon | May 22, 2023
The narrative around ageing is starting to shift, with more women recognising the empowerment that comes with age.
Work
Are you paying a ‘loyalty tax’ at work? Here’s what it’s costing you
Emma Lennon | April 19, 2023
Loyalty tax can take many forms, including lower salaries, fewer promotions, and reduced access to training and development programs.
Beauty
How women can fight against unrealistic beauty standards
Emma Lennon | March 27, 2023
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.
Wellbeing
The ignored plight of women who are carers
Emma Lennon | March 20, 2023
They’re the unsung heroes, and these Australian women provide billions of dollars of unpaid care every year.