In this inaugural episode of Inner Views, host Jackee Holder sits down with the visionary Jenny Garrett OBE. As the CEO of an award-winning leadership consultancy and a pioneer in the EDI space, Jenny explores the profound intersection of leadership, technology, and the personal practice of journaling.From the nostalgia of "smelly pens" and childhood stickers to the cutting-edge world of AI for equity, this conversation is a deep dive into how we can use reflection to empower ourselves and our communities.In this episode, we explore:The Evolution of a Practice: How Jenny’s journaling moved from childhood play to a transformative "Angel Journal" in her 20s that redefined her creative output.AI vs. The Human Heart: A candid look at Jenny’s AI For Equity podcast and the delicate balance between using AI as a "thinking partner" without losing the soul of human connection.The Reflective Toolkit: Practical ways to journal on the go, using nature metaphors, art, and poetry as entry points for self-discovery.Paper vs. Digital: Why the physical act of pen-on-paper still holds a unique power for emotional processing.Episode Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome to the Premiere of Inner Views03:43 – Jenny’s mission of empowerment and leadership07:53 – Reflections on the younger self and childhood ambition11:39 – The "Angel Journal" turning point18:48 – AI for Equity: Navigating the digital journaling landscape31:34 – Using AI as a thinking partner (not a replacement)46:02 – Using art and poetry as prompts for deeper reflection53:40 – Final takeaways and host outroConnect with Jenny Garrett OBE:[Link to Website/Social]Subscribe & Review:If this conversation sparked an "inner view" for you, please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!