If I hear one more person say “I’ve got to be good” or “I’m being good this week”, I might scream. Actually, I’ll probably just cry.Because it’s not funny. It’s sad. And yes, I’ve written about this before. The whole being good narrative. It remains my biggest bone of contention. Possibly tied with detox teas and anyone who thinks willpowerContinue reading “January Isn’t Hard. We Make It Hard.”
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Burnout Is Out, Brilliance Is In: Work Smarter in 2026
We’ve all been there—early starts, late finishes, skipping lunch at our desks, hopping from one call to another with barely a breath in between. The pressure is relentless, and in response, we work harder, longer, and faster, convinced this is what being “productive” looks like. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: it’s not. In a worldContinue reading “Burnout Is Out, Brilliance Is In: Work Smarter in 2026”
The WOW Effect: Laughing, Crying, and Getting Angry for All the Right Reasons
I recently went to The WOW Show as part of the Women of the World Festival North East (https://thewowfoundation.com), and it hit me in all the places I needed it to. It’s one of those events that makes you laugh out loud, nod furiously, maybe even cry — not because it’s overly dramatic, but becauseContinue reading “The WOW Effect: Laughing, Crying, and Getting Angry for All the Right Reasons”
Refusing to Gallop with the Herd: A Midlife Rant Against Online Nonsense
Somewhere along the way, society decided that being a person wasn’t enough. No, no — we now need to curate every step, sip, stretch, and sideways glance for the viewing pleasure of… strangers on the internet. Take the classic “candid laughing shot.” You know the one: four women galloping like Shetland ponies across a beach,Continue reading “Refusing to Gallop with the Herd: A Midlife Rant Against Online Nonsense”
Survived 2 days without a phone. Turns out life has better graphics than Instagram
It turns out climbing Ben Lomond in Scotland in torrential rain and wind is character-building. It also turns out it’s phone-destroying. Somewhere between grim clambering, sideways rain, and a questionable choice of waterproofing, my phone gave up on life. Dead. Gone. RIP. At first, sheer panic set in. How would I let anyone know IContinue reading “Survived 2 days without a phone. Turns out life has better graphics than Instagram”
“I’m Being Good” — And Other Ridiculous Phrases We Need to Retire
Ah, the phrase that refuses to die: “I’m being good.” Usually whispered over a limp salad, muttered at a birthday party when someone dares offer you cake, or declared proudly while sipping sparkling water for dinner like it’s a Michelin-starred feast. And I have to ask: if that is being “good,” then what on earthContinue reading ““I’m Being Good” — And Other Ridiculous Phrases We Need to Retire”
The Loneliest Generation? Women, Connection, and the Online Illusion
Let’s talk about something we don’t put in our Instagram bios: loneliness. It’s one of the most quietly common experiences for women today — and yet one of the least spoken about. You can have a packed WhatsApp group, a diary full of Zoom calls, even hundreds of “friends” online, and still feel completely unseen.Continue reading “The Loneliest Generation? Women, Connection, and the Online Illusion”
Reconnecting with Nature: A Path to Healing and Well-Being
Once upon a time, crossing a meadow or hearing birdsong wasn’t a “moment”—it was just life. But over the last two centuries? We’ve quietly unlearned that. Our connection with nature has dropped over 60% since 1800, according to research from the University of Derby. Why This Matters More Than Ever 1. Nature heals—from inside outContinue reading “Reconnecting with Nature: A Path to Healing and Well-Being”
The Lost Art of Women’s Community (And Why We Need It Back)
Once upon a time, women didn’t have to schedule “connection time” in their diaries.They had it built into the rhythm of life — gathering at the washhouse, tending to meals together, mending clothes in shared spaces, swapping stories over work that kept hands busy but hearts open. Somewhere along the way, we lost that. Now,Continue reading “The Lost Art of Women’s Community (And Why We Need It Back)”
Protein, cortisol and other things I’m too peri-menopausal to entertain!
Let me set the scene: I’m scrolling through Instagram, just trying to enjoy a peaceful cup of coffee, when suddenly—*BAM*—some 23-year-old ‘PT/Influencer’ with a Udemy course in nutrition is telling me that my cortisol levels are *ruining my life* because I dared to drink coffee before 8 AM. That my protein intake is *so dangerouslyContinue reading “Protein, cortisol and other things I’m too peri-menopausal to entertain!”
Empowering Women Through Wellness, Community, and Giving Back 