Reflections

Don't waste winter

It’s the time of year everyone hates. Here’s how to survive – and maybe even thrive, in winter.

Jun 4 •

Why making art is more important than ever

A review of ‘The Artist’s Way’ and thoughts on creativity’s place in an increasingly fractured world.

May 21 •

A gentle introduction to urban foraging

Sharing what I've learned so far on this lifelong journey.

May 7 •

On life without a smartphone

Reconnect to the world.

Apr 16 •

A 7-day nature connection experiment

Meditation in nature; what more could you ask for?

Mar 19 •

The perfect evening routine (according to 'wellness' advice)

You didn't ask for it, yet for some reason I promised it.

Jan 15 •

Field notes from a solo camp (under a tarp!)

And a somewhat terrifying wildlife encounter.

Jan 8 •

Some notes on goal setting for a new year

A new approach to 2025, separate to any kind of productivity BS.

Jan 1 •

The crumbs of 2024

Looking back over a very intense and busy year.

Dec 18, 2024 •

How to connect with nature

Particularly if you live in a city.

Dec 11, 2024 •

How radical it is to rest!

And why our well-being depends on it.

Nov 13, 2024 •

On the joy of (non-monetised) hobbies

Learning and loving something simply for the sake of learning and loving something.

Nov 6, 2024 •

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