It’s in our DNA to want to belong. Yet, somewhere along the way, we’ve lost sight of what matters most – a deep connection to ourselves, others, and the natural world. It can be argued that we’re experiencing a “connection crisis”. Amid the global pandemic, political and economic uncertainty, and the rapid growth of digital technology, many of us have found ourselves feeling lonely and disconnected. Things that were once certain feel uncertain and have thrown us off our axis.

The desire for growth and to evolve is innate in all of us. Our capacity for growth is one of the most fundamental aspects of the human...

We can’t underestimate the importance of courage when it comes to making positive change. In the words of the late poet and civil rights activist Maya Angelou: I am convinced that courage is the most important of all the virtues. Because without courage, you cannot practice any other virtue consistently. You can be kind for a while; you can be generous for a while; you can be just for a while, or merciful for a while, even loving for a while. But it is only with courage that

As social creatures, we all want to feel seen and valued. We call this connection We thrive on meaningful connections with others,...

1. Not all ‘conferences’ are made equal Described by emcee and Newday Leadership co-director Matthew Wright-Simon as a blend of...