What happens when you feel drawn to make a difference – whether in grand, world-changing ways, or in everyday choices and work that matters to you? And how do you hold that desire without it consuming you?

In this episode, I sit down with Laura Hartley – leadership coach, climate activist, and founder of the Scintilla Centre – to talk about change-making, sensitivity, and the space between how the world is and how it could be. We explore what it means to act from a place of emotional honesty, why joy and pleasure are essential parts of sustainable activism, and how sensitive people can find their unique edge in the work of remaking the world.

Laura’s work brings together systems thinking and inner work to help change-makers find their voice, connect with their values, and navigate complexity with courage.

What we talk about in this episode:

• Why sensitivity and the desire to make a difference are so often linked
• The cultural conditioning around "toughness" and why it needs rethinking
• Finding a sustainable approach to activism that doesn’t lead to burnout
• The power of resourcing, community, and joy in long-term change-making
• How sensitive people can work with vulnerability instead of against it

More about Laura:

You can learn more about Laura’s work at the Scintilla Centre and follow her updates on LinkedIn:

·     Website: https://scintillacentre.com

·     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-hartley-

Want to get in touch? Email me at [email protected]

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