Once upon a time, blogging conjured images of travel diaries, food journals, or the early internet’s version of an open letter. But today? The landscape has changed. Blogging has evolved into something far more layered, strategic, and powerful. Yet strangely, the word stayed stuck in the past. What we used to call a “blog” is now a very specific form of professional communication; one that builds credibility, sharpens your voice, and attracts the right clients, collaborations

Discover how creative intelligence and emotional learning shape impactful thought leadership in education. Louise Sommer explores the value of art in education, symbolic communication, and cross-cultural clarity—featuring insights from Isabel Allende and academic research. For educators, creatives, and changemakers building meaningful digital presence and leadership.

There is so much performance in education today; teachers performing knowledge, students performing achievement, institutions performing innovation. But real learning is quiet, relational, and deeply human. My blog became a place where I could share what that looks like. Not for the sake of branding or self-promotion, but because I believe that reflective storytelling is essential for leadership.

Education as leadership: In the 21st century, education is no longer defined by the four walls of a classroom, or even by static curricula. It is shaped by visionaries who can navigate complexity, inspire innovation, and re-imagine what learning can be. At the heart of this transformation lies a powerful concept: thought leadership in digital education.

There are cities you visit, and there are cities you live in. And then there is Paris; a place you inhabit with your soul.To walk the cobbled streets of Montmartre or the Left Bank is to wander through time, brushing shoulders with the ghosts of artists and writers who defined entire epochs. One of the most iconic of them all, in my opinion, is Gertrude Stein.

Discover how Louise Sommer blends art, education, psychology, and cultural storytelling to create a unique, creative consultancy for today’s learners, educators, and creatives. She says: "My work has always centered around one essential question: How do we communicate knowledge in ways that resonate across backgrounds, intelligences, and cultures?"

Quirky, grand, slightly awkward, and entirely majestic, the pelican never fails to make me smile. This week, I released a new artwork.

Once upon a time, in a tiny kitchen, in the heart of Paris, a woman named Rachel Khoo stirred up a sauce and created magic.

This is the kind of creative courage Madonna embodied. And it’s the kind of creative courage I’ve been learning to live. Here's my TOP FIVE

Watching foreign films, TV shows, and reading books from other cultures is a way to train, expand and broaden our cultural intelligence.

From European medieval times to the captivating adventures of Indiana Jones, the Grail has remained alive in our hearts and imaginations.

The legend of the Holy Grail, much like the adventures of Indiana Jones, continues to captivate our imaginations.

Remedios Varo wasn’t just painting from imagination; she was painting from a mythic state of consciousness. She lived in tune with the muse.

Gertrude Bell’s story goes far beyond exploration. Discover the real diplomat, visionary, and cultural bridge-builder who shaped the modern Middle East. Learn how her creative intelligence and cross-cultural empathy offer timeless lessons for today. Written by artist and storyteller Louise Sommer. Explore creativity, history, and cultural myths at louisesommer.co. #GertrudeBell #CreativeIntelligence

Discover the real Gertrude Bell; scholar, adventurer, and cultural diplomat. Explore how Hollywood misrepresented her legacy in Queen of the Desert and learn why her true story of cultural intelligence, empathy, and leadership still matters today. Dive into a richer narrative of history, creativity, and women’s empowerment with Louise Sommer at louisesommer.co. #GertrudeBell #CreativeLiving