To destroy the myth of inferiority a woman needs to carry her own sword of truth, sharpening her blade on the stone of discernment. Because so much of women's truth has been obscured by patriarchal myths, new forms, new styles, and a new language must be developed by women to express their knowledge. A woman must find her own voice.
- Maureen Murdock
Bio
Gutsy Leader. Mamma. Artist. Activist. Mentor. Gutsy Creativity Oracle. Earthshaker.
Not for the faint of heart, my work dives deep into social justice and personal sovereignty:
I have a wealth of knowledge and learning gained from trauma, transition and personal transformation.
I am a gutsy leader, artist, speaker, teacher, sacred activist and writer.
- I disrupt spiritual and entrepreneurial spaces with my#dearselfstyledguru letters calling out for better representation of diversity.
- I compiled the Reading and Resources for Activists list, an essential resource of social justice writings, tools, education and programs.
- I teach women and girls Gutsy Leadership, the magic of creativity, to trust their intuition, speak their truth and to be the leaders of their own lives.
I have a wealth of knowledge and learning gained from trauma, transition and personal transformation.
I am a gutsy leader, artist, speaker, teacher, sacred activist and writer.
The tip of the iceberg...
I am an eternal student in the areas of social justice, metaphysics, spirituality, holistic counselling, youth mentoring, emotional intelligence, feminism and trauma.
I am here for gutsy and sensitive women and girls who want to amplify their superpowers, express and accept themselves fully and become the leaders of their own lives.
I hold qualifications in business studies, advertising and Indonesian Language & Culture. 22 years of corporate experience and professional development in advertising, publishing and communications, legal research and contracts management in engineering, shipbuilding and defence environments.
My work is about going deep into the shadows, remembering and reclaiming wholeness through sovereign and gutsy soul work and taking people on soul journeys to their real and raw truth.
My style is mentoring and facilitating healing. I am a gatekeeper of crossroad journeys with a wealth of knowledge and learning gained from lived experiences and many times of transition and transformation throughout my life.
What I know is that some stories have to die in order for new ones to be birthed. It’s up to us to shed our skin and renew ourselves.
I have discovered that my gifts are about lighting the way and guiding others so they can live their lives on purpose. I help people find their path, their truth and themselves. I facilitate as a Coach and Guide. I write my truth and share personal stories and poetry and would love your support on Patreon.
I believe in sovereignty and being an active participant in life, no matter what. (Thought: Seeing, reading and personally knowing pain, racism and trauma means that I know with depth, breadth and knowledge, the resilience, tenacity and inner strength it takes to unearth, go the distance and navigate the road ahead.)
I am here for gutsy and sensitive women and girls who want to amplify their superpowers, express and accept themselves fully and become the leaders of their own lives.
I hold qualifications in business studies, advertising and Indonesian Language & Culture. 22 years of corporate experience and professional development in advertising, publishing and communications, legal research and contracts management in engineering, shipbuilding and defence environments.
My work is about going deep into the shadows, remembering and reclaiming wholeness through sovereign and gutsy soul work and taking people on soul journeys to their real and raw truth.
My style is mentoring and facilitating healing. I am a gatekeeper of crossroad journeys with a wealth of knowledge and learning gained from lived experiences and many times of transition and transformation throughout my life.
What I know is that some stories have to die in order for new ones to be birthed. It’s up to us to shed our skin and renew ourselves.
I have discovered that my gifts are about lighting the way and guiding others so they can live their lives on purpose. I help people find their path, their truth and themselves. I facilitate as a Coach and Guide. I write my truth and share personal stories and poetry and would love your support on Patreon.
I believe in sovereignty and being an active participant in life, no matter what. (Thought: Seeing, reading and personally knowing pain, racism and trauma means that I know with depth, breadth and knowledge, the resilience, tenacity and inner strength it takes to unearth, go the distance and navigate the road ahead.)
Who I am...
I am a biracial, first generation Australian woman and mother and I stand for inclusivity, fierce self-compassion, kindness and anti-racist activism. My roots are Irish, Chinese and Indonesian. My parents migrated to Australia from their respective countries in the 1960’s and 1970’s working in an array of jobs on sheep and cattle stations, in manufacturing and aged care. They worked hard to create a life for the three of us.
I believe in social justice and supporting social enterprises providing services to people in need. Since 2015 I have been a Joining Hands Ambassador, a social enterprise providing wellbeing services to vulnerable and homeless young people in Brisbane, Australia. I donate to charitable organisations that empower women and girls in Australia and overseas.
I believe that glass ceilings were made to be shattered and that it starts with knowing, understanding, trusting and believing in ourselves.
I believe in social justice and supporting social enterprises providing services to people in need. Since 2015 I have been a Joining Hands Ambassador, a social enterprise providing wellbeing services to vulnerable and homeless young people in Brisbane, Australia. I donate to charitable organisations that empower women and girls in Australia and overseas.
I believe that glass ceilings were made to be shattered and that it starts with knowing, understanding, trusting and believing in ourselves.
Diving deeper...
With lived experience of physical and sexual assault, bullying & racism throughout my entire schooling experience, bullying in the workplace, post natal depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder, I have survived and developed the resilience, sensitivity and compassion to be a guide, gatekeeper, advocate and speaker of truth for others who have lived through these too.
I have a thirst for knowledge and have studied creative writing, advertising, business studies, creativity, visual art, goldsmithing, online business, Reiki, energy anatomy and energy medicine, intuition, workshop facilitation skills, metaphysics, shamanic painting, breathwork, mindfulness, Indonesian language & culture while living in Central Java, Indonesia, youth mentoring, women's leadership and 3 years of priestess studies and spiritual leadership. In 2018 I'm studying Holistic Counselling.
Born during a Dark Moon, my approach is highly intuitive and instinctual. I combine my superpowers with my understanding and knowing of being at the threshold of new beginnings, crossroads and transitions. I am a pathfinder working in the shadows to empower others to bravely transform, reveal, unravel and source their creative power and potential.
I have a thirst for knowledge and have studied creative writing, advertising, business studies, creativity, visual art, goldsmithing, online business, Reiki, energy anatomy and energy medicine, intuition, workshop facilitation skills, metaphysics, shamanic painting, breathwork, mindfulness, Indonesian language & culture while living in Central Java, Indonesia, youth mentoring, women's leadership and 3 years of priestess studies and spiritual leadership. In 2018 I'm studying Holistic Counselling.
Born during a Dark Moon, my approach is highly intuitive and instinctual. I combine my superpowers with my understanding and knowing of being at the threshold of new beginnings, crossroads and transitions. I am a pathfinder working in the shadows to empower others to bravely transform, reveal, unravel and source their creative power and potential.
The sacred land I live on...
I reside on the stolen lands of the Turrbal people, the Australian Aboriginal Nation in Brisbane, Queensland. Residing between two mountains on the outskirts of the city, I connect with nature daily and am surrounded by trees and bird life.
I'd love to hear from you! Want to exchange postcards? Send me one (include your address!) and I'll send you one back. Snail mail isn't dead!
My mailing address is:
Sharyn Holmes - Gutsy Girl
PO Box 765
Paddington QLD 4064
Australia
My mailing address is:
Sharyn Holmes - Gutsy Girl
PO Box 765
Paddington QLD 4064
Australia
