If you’ve watched my latest video, which you can find here , you’ll have seen me spending time outdoors and allowing myself to slow down. There’s often a small moment of hesitation before doing that; the part of us that wonders whether it’s worth the effort, or whether staying where we are would be easier. And yet, without fail, choosing to step outside and be present leaves me feeling more grounded afterwards. It’s a reminder of how much we gain when we allow ourselves to pa

Have you ever told yourself you’re “not creative”? Or felt that artistic expression is something reserved for other people -musicians, painters, writers -but not for you? If so, you’re not alone. Many adults carry the belief that creativity is a luxury, a talent you either have or don’t, or something that belongs to a different phase of life. But psychology, neuroscience and lived experience suggest something very different: artistic expression isn’t optional. It’s a deeply h

If you've seen my latest video, which you can find here , you’ll have seen that I spent some time browsing homeware in the Place Vendôme sales, not because I love shopping in malls, but because I’ve been thinking about something deeper: how the spaces we live in can support our wellbeing. Malls have never really been my favourite places. I often find them a bit overwhelming: the busy walkways, bright lights and constant calls to buy more can leave me feeling exhausted rather