Maybe it's because I'm British or because I'm a woman, or because I have low self-esteem, but I've apologised A LOT. And today, I wanted to reflect on all the times I really shouldn't have. Of course, we must apologise when we have wronged someone, but that's less frequently than we might think. Maybe it’s… Continue reading Things I’ve apologised for when I shouldn’t have
Tag: health
Reminder to set the bar low: it’s more fun!
One of my new favourite go-to wholesome films is Next Goal Wins. It’s about the international football team of American Samoa, which has never won a game or even scored a goal before. I love it because of its Polynesian wit and huge heart at the centre of the people and narrative. Before I tell… Continue reading Reminder to set the bar low: it’s more fun!
Things that are worth tracking & noticing
Taking note of the things you are doing, feeling, experiencing is great feedback. It's data you can use to make changes. Sometimes we just do things without thought and this is worrying because it might be contributing to (or straight up causing) our biggest problems. I've found that tracking my habits, writing in a journal,… Continue reading Things that are worth tracking & noticing
Book Recommendations for the Grieving Process
I lost my grandad last week and I've looked at my bookshelves wondering what would be the most healing for me to read right now. Grief isn't easy, quick or linear. Along the journey, you may need different things. One week, you want to feel the sadness and explore the grief. Another week, you want… Continue reading Book Recommendations for the Grieving Process
Let me tell you about my grandad
I always leave the 13th May free even if I’ve been blogging a lot in case I want to write about my dad. He passed away 24 years ago. 24 years of writing or thinking about him every 13th May. A date seared into my brain. Never did I think I’d be writing about my… Continue reading Let me tell you about my grandad
Capitalism Breeds Heartlessness: Workplaces Don’t Support Our Lows
A number of my friends and family have shared difficulties they have had with their workplace now that they are facing illness (physical or mental) and it's shining a light on the ugly core of capitalism. Why are the low points of your employees' lives such an inconvenience? Why is supporting your employees through struggle… Continue reading Capitalism Breeds Heartlessness: Workplaces Don’t Support Our Lows
Saying Goodbye: Mourning the End of a Chapter
That's it, our last day in this house. A house that felt like home since 2022. A place that saved us from our last rented home which didn't turn out too well in the end. Convenient location, perfect size, space to make our own. And while we are moving on to bigger and better (hopefully),… Continue reading Saying Goodbye: Mourning the End of a Chapter
How to Breathe Series & Content Changes on YouTube
Happy February, everyone! How we feeling about the last month of winter? I know I can’t wait for springtime! I wanted to just let you know about my channel changes going forward. I will no longer be called “Yoga for Writers” on YouTube. Instead, introducing the “Pages & Pauses” channel! The reason for the change… Continue reading How to Breathe Series & Content Changes on YouTube
Consider some different goals / resolutions this year
As 2025 comes to a close, everyone is reflecting on their year and thinking up goals and resolutions for 2026. I invite you to ditch the overdone basics and think outside of the box! No more: Run a marathon Lose 5kg Become a vegan (when you’ve never tried it before and expect it to happen… Continue reading Consider some different goals / resolutions this year
A Little Reminder this Festive Season
Not everyone has the money for a big Christmas A lot of people have social anxiety or depression or are neurodivergent which makes it hard to be around others during what is supposed to be a joyful occasion Not everyone has family or friends to spend it with Many people will go hungry this Christmas… Continue reading A Little Reminder this Festive Season